Leah Foreman - Profile and Journalist Details

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Biography

Leah has a master's of journalism from NYU's Arthur L. Carter Journalism. Her reportage includes enterprise, investigative and multimedia journalism on issues such as homelessness and housing, gender and race equity, breaking news, as well as broader political and general news coverage. Leah's writing and photography has appeared in Salon, Straus News Manhattan, Community Impact Newspapers and other outlets.

Content

Total articles 205

• Hear from Houston's mayoral candidates on why they chose to run, top priorities

  By Leah Foreman, Shawn Arrajj Verified| Community Impact Newspaper Verified Seventeen candidates are running for Houston mayor in an election set to take place Nov. 7. The slate includes former—and one current—members of the Houston City Council, attorneys, business owners and other elected officials. The winner of the race will serve at least one four-year term in what experts said is one of the most powerful mayoral seats in the U.S.Read Q&As with each of the candidates below.

  By Leah Foreman, Shawn Arrajj Verified · Community Impact Newspaper

  Oct. 09, 2023

• Houston's next mayor to face budget, planning decisions

  By Leah Foreman, Shawn Arrajj Verified| Community Impact Newspaper Verified Seventeen candidates filed to run for the seat in the Nov. 7 election, and whoever wins will have the task of balancing the city’s budget. Houston’s mayor is considered one of the most powerful in the U.S., experts said, with the power to single-handedly determine the agenda for Houston City Council’s weekly meetings as well as a vote on each item. However, a ballot proposition this year could also put some power back in the hands of council members.

  By Leah Foreman, Shawn Arrajj Verified · Community Impact Newspaper

  Oct. 06, 2023

• Rice Village gallery space Gremillion Art & Co reimagined as ‘multifaceted event space’

  By Leah Foreman| Community Impact Newspaper Verified Gremillion on Sunset, formerly known as Gremillion & Co. Fine Art, Inc., located in Rice Village at 2501 Sunset Blvd., Houston, hosted an event Sept. 14 to celebrate the gallery and multiuse space's first phase of renovations nearing completion. What happened? As nearly a year's worth of renovations at the mixed-use arts space will soon be completed, Gremillion hosted a launch party Sept.

  By Leah Foreman · Community Impact Newspaper

  Oct. 02, 2023

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Company Info

Community Impact Newspaper

Community Impact is a privately owned news organization founded by John and Jennifer Garrett. It serves as a prominent source of local news and information, primarily in Texas, covering major metro areas such as Austin, Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio. The company has expanded its operations to include both print and digital products, reflecting its commitment to serving a diverse audience. The organization publishes monthly newspapers that reach approximately 2 million readers, featuring local news, events, and community stories. Community Impact also offers external printing services through its state-of-the-art facility, catering to clients across the U.S. Additionally, the company is developing digital products to complement its print offerings, enhancing the reader experience. Community Impact has partnered with Texas Monthly to include a mini edition of the magazine in its monthly newspapers, further enriching its content. Headquartered in Texas, Community Impact employs around 200 staff members, known as "Impacters," and has established a strong presence in the Texas media landscape. The company has received numerous industry awards and is recognized for its leadership in the evolving news industry.