Shirley Jahad Reporter and Host, Weekend Edition
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Shirley Jahad serves as reporter, weekend anchor and host at KPCC: Southern California Public Radio.
An award winning journalist, radio correspondent and news anchor, her work as an anchor and reporter has been honored by the LA Press Club and the Associated Press among other outlets.
Jahad is also a recognized documentary producer, winning the Robert F. Kennedy Award, the National Associated Press Award and others for her work. She traveled to Iran, her parents’ home country, to produce the award-winning documentary, "Dreaming in Farsi." Most recently Shirley has been named a fellow by the International Center for Journalists.
She has also written television documentary stories, including one for the History Channel on the life of Fidel Castro.
Before coming to Los Angeles, Jahad spent many years as a journalist in Chicago. She worked at WBEZ-FM, Chicago Public Radio as a correspondent, anchor, documentary producer, and news executive. She also worked at WTTW, Chicago Public Television as a regular correspondent for the acclaimed program, "Chicago Tonight."
Jahad graduated from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University.
In her spare time, she dabbles in tap dancing, jewelry making and karate kicking.
Stories by Shirley Jahad
Many Hillary Clinton supporters are not ready to move on just yet
New York Senator Hillary Clinton's supporters still think her name should be on the ticket. KPCC's Special Correspondent Kitty Felde talks with KPCC's Shirley Jahad about Hillary and the Democratic National Convention, which she will address tomorrow.
Kelso to Make Major Announcement about Prison Hospitals
Federal receiver Clark Kelso was appointed to overhaul the prison medical system. He wants to build new hospitals and clinics for inmates. He also wants $7 billion to pay for it. So far lawmakers have said no. KPCC's Julie Small tells local All Things Considered host Shirley Jahad that Kelso could take action tomorrow against the state.
Officials Seek More Time to Address Prison Overcrowding
Attorneys for prisoners, and state and local officials asked federal judges today for another month to try and reach an agreement to reduce the state's prison population by tens of thousands of inmates. Sounds tough, but the alternative could be worse. A three-judge panel is considering whether to limit California's prison population, which could mean things like releasing prisoners early. KPCC's Julie Small was at the San Francisco courthouse for the proceeding.
McCain Raises Money in Los Angeles
Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Senator John McCain spoke with reporters at the Beverly Hilton before a Bel Air Fundraiser. KPCC's Frank Stoltze was there and told KPCC's Shirley Jahad what Senator McCain discussed, including the recent California ruling on same sex marriage and the Iraq War.
Governor Releases Revised Budget
Governor Schwarzenegger took the wraps off his revised state budget Wednesday. KPCC's Shirley Jahad spoke with state capitol reporter Julie Small about the proposal.
L.A. Mayor Delivers State of the City Address
Transportation, education, gang violence, and a huge budget deficit. All were on the agenda as Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa gave his third State of the City speech Monday night. KPCC's Frank Stoltze was there, and joined Shirley Jahad with a recap.
Arrest Made in Bus Stop Shooting
The LAPD announced an arrest Thursday night in a shooting at a South Los Angeles bus stop at Vernon and Central 24 hours earlier. KPCC's Adolfo Guzman-Lopez was at the police news conference, and gave Shirley Jahad details on the incident and the suspect.
Governor Unveils State Budget, Declares Fiscal Emergency
Across-the-board 10% cuts are a key feature of the state budget released Thursday by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, in order to close an estimated $14.5 billion shortfall over the next 18 months. KPCC's Shirley Jahad spoke with State Capitol Reporter Julie Small about how the budget is being received in Sacramento.
Weather Finally Cooperates with Firefighting Efforts
On Wednesday, firefighters got a break in the weather, with lighter winds, cooler temperatures, and higher humidity. That allowed them to get a handle on many wildfires. But as KPCC's Steven Cuevas told Shirley Jahad, there's still zero containment on the two fires burning in the Lake Arrowhead area.
California Lawmakers Pass Health Care Reform; Governor Promises Veto
Democrats in Sacramento passed legislation Monday that would provide health insurance to three million uninsured Californians. Governor Schwarzenegger plans to veto the bill and call a special legislative session. KPCC State Capitol reporter Julie Small detailed the health care fight with All Things Considered host Shirley Jahad.
Rescue Team Believes Whales Made it Home
Two humpback whales that swam 90 miles upstream from the Pacific Ocean have apparently made it home. KPCC's Julie Small gives Shirley Jahad an update from the Presidio near Golden Gate Bridge, where the team has just announced the good news.
Chief Bratton Issues Preliminary Report on May 1st Incident
LAPD Chief Bill Bratton delivered a preliminary report Monday on the May 1st incident in MacArthur Park. Bratton in part blamed a breakdown in command and control that led to officers clubbing and firing rubber bullets at immigrant rights marchers and journalists. The chief made his presentation to the civilian Police Commission, which oversees the LAPD.
