Colleen McKown
Producer at Spectrum News NY1
Emmy-winning producer. News, short docs and specials at Spectrum News. Wanderer at heart.
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1 month ago |
spectrumnews1.com | Bree Driscoll |Colleen McKown
In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re bringing you stories of trailblazing women — literally, in this case. Emma Gatewood, affectionately called Grandma Gatewood, started hiking long distances at age 67, racking up tens of thousands of miles in the following years. Her example inspired future generations to chart their own paths. Putting one foot in front of the other — that’s the strategy of long-distance hiker Jennifer Pharr Davis.
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2 months ago |
spectrumlocalnews.com | Colleen McKown |Nicole Clark
Imagine a therapist that’s always there, always alert, and that responds within a matter of seconds. But it’s not a real therapist — it’s a chatbot. In the past several years, a number of apps have emerged that focus on using artificial intelligence to improve users’ mental health. The one we tried out is called Youper. The app was founded in 2016 by psychiatrist Dr. Jose Hamilton.
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Dec 12, 2023 |
spectrumnews1.com | Amrit Singh |Colleen McKown |Brianne Barry
Nestled in the picturesque California landscape is Felton Grove. This tight-knit community has its small-town charm, but now residents are grappling with a new reality as they find themselves on the front line of climate events. This is the first installment of a three-part special, Seeking Higher Ground: America's Climate Migration. Nathalie Dervaux has lived in Felton, California, just south of the San Francisco Bay Area, for 11 years. “This is such a beautiful area. You know, you feel at peace.
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