Korva Coleman

Korva Coleman is a newscaster for NPR.

In this role, she is responsible for writing, producing, and delivering national newscasts airing during NPR's newsmagazines All Things Considered, Morning Edition, and Weekend Edition. Occasionally she serves as a substitute host for Talk of the Nation, Weekend All Things Considered, and Weekend Edition.

Before joining NPR in 1990, Coleman was a staff reporter and copy editor for the Washington Afro-American newspaper. She produced and hosted First Edition, an overnight news program at NPR's member station WAMU-FM in Washington, D.C.

Early in her career, Coleman worked in commercial radio as news and public affairs directors at stations in Phoenix and Tucson.

Coleman's work has been recognized by the Arizona Associated Press Awards for best radio newscast, editorial, and short feature. In 1983, she was nominated for Outstanding Young Woman of America.

Coleman earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Howard University. She studied law at Georgetown University Law Center.

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The Two-Way
10:24 am
Sat August 11, 2012

Top Stories: Romney Taps Ryan As Running Mate; Some Of The Runners-Up

Here's a quick roundup of the main story and some of the other short-listed potential Republican running mates:

Romney Picks Wisconsin's Ryan To Be His Running Mate On GOP Ticket.

Report: Ohio Senator Rob Portman Learned Of Ryan Pick From Romney. (ABC)

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The Two-Way
2:52 pm
Sat August 4, 2012

Weekend Stories: Skydivers Break Record; Star Trek Goes To Mars

Originally published on Sat August 4, 2012 5:22 pm

Happy Saturday! Here are a few offbeat stories to consider:

After Several Attempts, 138 Vertical Skydivers Break Record With Gigantic Formation. (AP)

Mitt Romney Receives Surprising Endorsement From Adult Movie Star. (New York Daily News)

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The Two-Way
10:25 am
Fri August 3, 2012

VIDEO: How To Survive An Office Shooting: Run. Hide. Fight.

Credit City Of Houston
The city of Houston prepared a very realistic six minute video instructing people what to do should a gunman open fire in a public place.

Originally published on Fri August 3, 2012 11:08 am

The Two-Way
11:02 am
Thu August 2, 2012

San Bernardino Files For Chapter 9 Bankruptcy Protection, Owes $1 Billion

Credit City of San Bernardino
San Bernardino City Hall.

Originally published on Thu August 2, 2012 12:39 pm

The financial morass that San Bernardino, Calif., plunged into last month widened on Wednesday, when city officials filed an emergency request for bankruptcy protection with a federal bankruptcy court. The city's estimated liabilities are greater than a billion dollars.

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The Two-Way
8:18 am
Thu August 2, 2012

Top Stories: Accused Shooter's Psychiatrist Was Worried; Three Planes Avoid Collision

Good morning, we're watching these stories today:

Psychiatrist Was Alarmed By Aurora Shooting Suspect's Behavior, Media Report.

Three Commuter Planes Avoid Collision At Washington, D.C. Area Airport. (Washington Post)

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The Two-Way
11:07 am
Wed August 1, 2012

It's 'Army Foundation Day' In Syria; President Assad Praises Troops

Credit AP
An image from amateur video released by Ugarit News purports to show Aleppo under fire. The AP cannot independently confirm the authenticity of the image.

Originally published on Wed August 1, 2012 11:17 am

This is the day 67 years ago Syria created its modern army. President Bashar Assad released a statement saying the country depends on its troops to win the war against the enemy.

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The Two-Way
9:12 am
Wed August 1, 2012

London Mayor Can't Fall Down - Boris Johnson Gets Stuck On A Zipline

Credit Jeremy Vine/Twitter
Boris Johnson awaits rescue from his zipline above Victoria Park.

The lively, boisterous mayor of London has a new accomplishment: he's the first person to get stuck on a zipline today across London's Victoria Park.

According to ITV news, Johnson was heard hollering, "Get me a rope, get me a ladder" as he dangled above the ground in his suit and blue helmet. He clutched two British flags as he was finally pulled to safety by ground teams.

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The Two-Way
8:21 am
Wed August 1, 2012

Top Stories: India Blackouts Infuriate Millions; Gore Vidal Dies

Welcome to August! We're following these stories today:

Indignant In India: Blackouts Have Millions 'Fuming'.

Gore Vidal, In Words.

Syrian President Makes Remarks To Troops But Doesn't Reveal His Whereabouts. (New York Times)

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The Two-Way
11:01 am
Sat July 28, 2012

Syria: 'Mother Of All Battles' Looms In Aleppo

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Free Syrian Army fighters are seen in the Syrian town of Azaz, some 20 miles north of Aleppo, on Tuesday.

Originally published on Sat July 28, 2012 4:54 pm

Syrian rebels are taking a pounding in Aleppo, Syria's largest city but they continue to hold some neighborhoods where they've taken control. VOA reports the Syrian government is warning of "the mother of all battles" in the commercial hub, home to millions of people. Russia says a tragedy is "imminent."

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The Two-Way
12:06 pm
Wed July 25, 2012

After Another Night Of Near-Riots In Anaheim, Latinos Want Feds To Investigate

Credit Jonathan Gibby / Getty Images
An injured pedestrian cries out to end the destruction of local properties after violence erupted between police officers and protesters during demonstrations to show outrage for the fatal shooting of Manuel Angel Diaz.

Originally published on Wed July 25, 2012 6:02 pm

Update at 5:36 p.m. ET. U.S. Attorney Will Investigate:

During a press conference today, Mayor Tom Tait asked for calm. He also said that the Office of the U.S. Attorney had agreed to investigate the shootings.

"The first step is to get to the truth," Tait said according to the Orange County Register. "That takes some time and patience, and that's what I'm asking for."

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