Jen Reel
Jen Reel was an Observer intern before joining the staff in July 2010, first as Web Editor, and most recently as Multimedia Editor. She received a Masters in Journalism with a concentration in Photojournalism from the University of Texas at Austin, where she was co-chair for the student chapter of the National Press Photographers Association. She has worked in the non-profit sector for the Peruvian-American Medical Society and has been published in Utne Reader magazine, the Village Voice and Pitchfork Music.
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Photos from Greg Abbott’s Victory Party
Gov.-elect Greg Abbott, Ted Cruz, Rick Perry and other GOP leaders spoke to an ecstatic crowd in Austin, Texas, on election night. Full Story -
Meet the Justice Advocate for HPD Adult Sex Crimes Unit
Justice Advocate Emily Burton-Blank talks about her role in the Houston Police Department for providing support to survivors and investigators of sexual assault crimes. Full Story -
State of Texas: Swimming in Germs
How safe are Texas beaches for swimming? A recent study has us worried. Full Story -
A Mother’s Search
Texas has become the deadliest state in the U.S. for undocumented immigrants. Full Story -
Direct Quote: All the World Loves a Clown
Pam Ramirez is an independent theater director and professional clown based in San Antonio. Full Story
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State of Texas: Swimming in Germs
How safe are Texas beaches for swimming? A recent study has us worried. Full Story -
Life On the Fence Line
Suffering from chronic illnesses and cancer, Corpus Christi residents can't afford to relocate. Full Story -
Drilling for Water
John Ebert owns and operates Harvey’s Water Wells, a well drilling and water pump servicing company in Brenham. Ebert’s father started the company in […] Full Story -
The People vs. The Pipeline
As the North Texas gas-drilling frenzy continues, residents fight for the truth--and brace for the worst. Full Story
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Photos from Greg Abbott’s Victory Party
Gov.-elect Greg Abbott, Ted Cruz, Rick Perry and other GOP leaders spoke to an ecstatic crowd in Austin, Texas, on election night. Full Story -
Meet the Justice Advocate for HPD Adult Sex Crimes Unit
Justice Advocate Emily Burton-Blank talks about her role in the Houston Police Department for providing support to survivors and investigators of sexual assault crimes. Full Story -
Direct Quote: Lockhart’s Old School Iron Man
For 41 years, Mike Graham has helped Texans achieve their fitness goals through strength training. Full Story -
Direct Quote: Mama T Brings Gospel to Austin on KAZI
For the past six years and counting, Mama T, also known as Louise Thomas, has played gospel music on Austin radio station KAZI FM 88.7 every Sunday morning. Full Story -
State of Texas: Swimming in Germs
How safe are Texas beaches for swimming? A recent study has us worried. Full Story
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