Vanessa Reza
Producer & Multi-Media Journalist
Madison WI
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Vanessa joined the NBC15 team as a Producer & Multi-Media Journalist in June 2021, however, it wasn’t her first time stepping foot into the newsroom.
Vanessa began working in the newsroom as an Associate Producer in July 2020, contributing to online and on-air coverage of the coronavirus pandemic, 2020 presidential election and other local news stories.
She continued in her role through her final year of college at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she also worked as a reporter and editor for the student-run newspaper The Badger Herald. In May 2021, Vanessa graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in English Literature and certificate in Digital Studies.
When Vanessa isn’t working, you can find her enjoying food and drinks at a restaurant on the Capitol Square, spending time with family and friends, or binge watching 90’s Rom-Coms.
Vanessa is looking forward to further connecting with the city of Madison in her new role and helping share stories that are important to the community.
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DOT adds Wisconsin State Patrol - Deforest is handling the incident.
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Wednesday’s string of shots fired incidents are considered rare, but unacceptable by Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes.
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As part of NBC News’ political coverage, they are focusing on a select number of counties across the country, including Dane County.
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To support Joey’s Song by learning more information or buying tickets to the show or livestream, go to JoeysSong.org.
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the series started this fall and covers everything from lunchtime recycling to zero emission transportation.
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Ahead of the season’s final four holiday performances, NBC15′s Leigh Mills sat down with Jonathon Solari, Chief Executive Officer of Madison Ballet, and Choreographer and Dancer Michelle Ramos.
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After traveling to the Midwest following Hurricane Ida, and birthing a litter of puppies, she’s looking to finally relax in a comforting home.
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The two wished Wisconsinites a Happy Thanksgiving, expressing gratitude for the “grit and resilience” of the community during the pandemic.
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You can find local businesses near you at mainstreetwi.com.
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Elsie is highly encouraged by snacks. The more apples you have, the better!
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Police say one of the apartments struck by gunfire was occupied by a woman and two children.
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State health officials say it’s another way to notify exposure. Those who test positive will still get a phone call form a contact tracer.
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Investigators say the incident started in the man’s apartment and he and the suspect knew each other.
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Students were evacuated to Jack Young Middle School out of an “abundance of caution.”
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MMSD previously announced a mask mandate that required students wear masks when in school buildings or on a bus.
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Among the recommendations is a mask mandate for everyone inside schools.
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Health officials at the local level still have the freedom to implement their own masking policies.
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Over 98 percent of cases recorded in the state just this year were among the unvaccinated, according to DHS numbers.
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The 11-year-old began to drift away from the boat and started to struggle, prompting his father to quickly jump in the lake to help him.
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The resident, after hearing glass breaking and furniture moving in the home, hid in the closet while police responded.
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The funding is part of the American Rescue Plan.
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Police say 40-year-old Marcus Lucas escaped with a large amount of coins.
Police say a Wisconsin State Patrol Trooper spotted Bileck on the interstate near the Columbia and Dane County line
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Tickets are available until Sunday, August 1 for $50.
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A parade will be held Thursday starting at 11 a.m. in downtown Milwaukee.
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The simplified policy applies to all of UW Credit Union's accounts.
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The event has been rescheduled to Thursday, July 15 due to weather conditions.
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Dane County has the strongest vaccination rate in Wisconsin for the Latinx community, UW Health says.
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In just an hour, SSM Health said over 45 staff members stopped to say hello.
The event has been rescheduled to Thursday, July 8 due to weather conditions.
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Broadhead police were notified of a possible intoxicated driver in a drive through of a McDonald’s Sunday night.
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Health officials encourage the community to attend public displays of fireworks.
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There are over 15 shows to choose from this 2021-22 season.
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Police say the suspect escaped from the area before they arrived.
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The man pleaded guilty to shooting and killing someone in the Red Roof Inn parking lot last year.
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Giannis injured his knee during the third quarter of Game 4 while going up for a block.
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Police say the vehicle from a Wednesday hit and run incident matched the description of the robbery suspect's.
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The state’s last winning ticket was sold in January at a Kwik Trip in Superior.
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“It’s hard to overstate the impact and legacy of @UWBadgers Director Barry Alvarez,” Gov. Evers tweeted.
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Police are asking for the community’s help in identifying the suspect.
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Janesville police say the Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest for them.
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A pedestrian was sitting inside the fireworks stand when it was struck,
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According to WisDOT, the crash happened just before 8:30 a.m. at West Mineral Point Road.
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The hotspots will be available for the kids to take home to ensure access through the 2021-22 school year.
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Thunderstorms forecasted were not going to permit helicopter lifts, the White House said.
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Senator Ron Johnson released a statement saying while he agrees we should invest in infrastructure, the current plan is not fiscally responsible.
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The announcement comes as the new, highly contagious COVID-19 Delta variant has showed its presence in the badger state.
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The Dane County Sheriff’s Office is handling the incident.
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Authorities say the leak was at the intersection of North Grand Avenue and Windsor Street.
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Pop-up vaccination clinics can be found on the Public Health Madison & Dane County website.
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