Professional Experience
A "jack of all trades" journalist with a versatile and dynamic skill set spanning multiple newsroom roles.
TV Production
I have 2+ years of experience crafting live newscasts, from writing stories to designing rundowns and executing precise timing all while navigating breaking news situations.
Anchoring
As an anchor, I have delivered news stories with clarity and professionalism. Check out a few clips of my anchoring highlights while I was working at WGNO in New Orleans.
Reporting
My commitment to journalistic integrity and accuracy drives my reporting, which has focused on breaking news, public safety, criminal justice, courts, environment, health, entertainment, and more.
Video Projects
Explore a curated selection of my most impactful video projects—ranging from traditional news packages to documentary-style pieces—that showcase my journalistic interests and delivery style.
Illinois Families Who Lost Children to Gun Violence Push for Policy Change in Springfield
Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children and teens in Illinois. Now, grieving families are rallying behind the Safe Gun Storage Act (SB8)— a proposed law that would impose fines on gun owners who fail to lock up their firearms or report them missing within 48 hours. Reilly Cook reports from Springfield on the emotional push to turn tragedy into action.View more details...
How store owners are preparing for Valentine's Day in Chicago
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Tulane Football fan section explodes after winning streak
At WGNO, I produced a package on Tulane Football's growing fan engagement and excitement leading up to the Military Bowl. Following their victory over USC in the previous year’s Cotton Bowl Classic, hopeful fans eagerly anticipated another winning season.View more details...
Why Argentina's María Guadalupe School was named #1 in the world
I traveled to Buenos Aires, Argentina, where I interviewed administrators and former students who attended the María Guadalupe School in Las Tunas, Tigre. It was honored with the Community Collaboration prize at the 2024 World's Best School awards.View more details...
