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Texas Public Radio

Local Government & Communities Reporter

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 07/03/2026

Location: San Antonio, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/30/2026

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A Reporter investigates and reports on news events and stories. Gathers information from interviews, site visits and background research, and writes reports for news and media outlets. May edit news stories or write news commentary. Covers a particular territory or specializes in a topic such as politics, sports, on an industry. Works for a news service or media company, or works freelance and takes assignments from news organizations.

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Local Government & Communities Reporter 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars San Antonio, TX 78205 Texas Public Radio 6 reviews

SUMMARY:

The Local Government & Communities Reporter, based in San Antonio, reports on local government, public policy and civic life with a focus on how decisions made by public officials shape people's daily lives and communities. This reporter tracks daily developments at City Hall, county government and across local government agencies while also producing public service journalism, breaking news coverage, important alerts, explanatory reporting and accountability journalism on issues including housing, growth, infrastructure, public safety, transportation, climate resilience and neighborhood change. Texas Public Radio (TPR) is a mission-driven, award-winning, multi-platform news organization serving audiences across South Texas and beyond. Click here for the full job description. ————————————————————————————————————————————-