Wanya Reese

Denver

Weekend Morning Anchor and Reporter at KMGH-TV (Denver, CO)

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Articles

UCHealth working to improve mental health of EMTs and paramedics

1 week ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

AUROA, Colo. — Often, paramedics are among the first to arrive at a medical emergency, crime scene, or car accident. Depending on the scene, that can be difficult for any first responder to process. As we mark Mental Health Awareness Month, we are taking a closer look at how a UCHealth program works to improve the mental health of EMTs and paramedics across the Denver metro.
Father will honor son’s legacy in BOLDERBoulder race

2 weeks ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

LAKEWOOD, Colo — On Monday, thousands of runners will lace up their shoes for the 45th annual BOLDERBoulder. The race honors the men and women who paid it all for our freedom. Among the participants is the Gold Star family of Airman Will DuBois, who died in service in 2014. His father, William H. DuBois, reflects on his son’s legacy, highlighting his journey from ROTC scholar to F-16 pilot.
Denver and Colorado face a shortage of therapists

2 weeks ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — Denver and Colorado face a shortage of therapists, prompting state leaders and nonprofits to take action. "We've got to figure that out as a behavioral health system, and that's difficult, because we need a lot more therapists than we have right now," said Dannette R. Smith, commissioner of the Colorado Behavioral Health Administration. Some in the Denver area and across the state are trying to fix the shortage.
While rent prices are down, one Denver7 viewer reports that renewal rent prices are up | The Follow Up

3 weeks ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — In April, Denver7 reported that the Apartment Association of Metro Denver clocked rent prices at their lowest rate since the opening quarter of 2022. After that story, a Denver7 viewer reached out saying," I love my Denver apartment, but I received a notice that renewing my lease for the next year, the rate will increase by 10%," that renter said.
Colorado nonprofit working to make mental health care more accessible

3 weeks ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — A Denver nonprofit is working to make mental health care more accessible, particularly for marginalized communities. Kind Therapy Inc. was born out of a need for affordable mental health care after the organization’s founder, Lundi Ramos, struggled with personal and financial challenges. Zaneta Evans, a therapist who works with Kind Therapy clients, said finding the right therapist can be the most challenging part of getting help for some people.
Denver therapist turning his past struggles into a mission to help others

1 month ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — A Denver therapist is turning his past struggles into a mission to help others. William Davis is a licensed professional counselor candidate working with Fully Liberated Youth, a Denver-based organization that helps young people. Growing up in a chaotic and uncertain environment, Davis said he lacked resources and stability due to his parents' separation. “I didn't have access to things, and so I had to figure out how to get it, and that was because of a broken family.
Littleton nonprofit working to secure funding to continue serving community

1 month ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

LITTLETON, Colo. — Break Bread, a nonprofit that provides free meals to the Littleton community, could face difficult choices if it does not receive more funding. At East Community Center in Littleton, you will find several organizations helping the community, including Break Bread.
Nonprofit organization working to improve housing needs in Five Points neighborhood

1 month ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — Denver7 is in the community taking a closer look at the need for affordable housing in Five Points. We know housing is an issue across the Denver Metro but how are some community leaders dealing with it in Five Points? The Non-profit Brothers Redevelopmentsays the state of housing in Five Points is an issue and they're working to find solutions. “From South Carolina, just moved to Colorado about November of last year,” Jennie Walker said.
Looming childcare cuts have Denver parents worried

1 month ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — If you are a parent, you know that child care can be costly, and now, some parents could have to pay more out of pocket. Places like Denver are not taking new applications for their childcare assistance program. The program's website says it's because it has more expenses than the available funding. Denver7 spoke with a parent who says any cuts could impact her and her family.
Denver Nuggets continue community outreach with the YMCA

1 month ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — With the Denver Nuggets continuing their run in the playoffs, Denver7 is sharing how the team supports local organizations in the community. The YMCA of Metropolitan Denver said the Nuggets are helping them give kids life-changing experiences. For JC Watne, a senior manager of sports at YMCA, each day comes with a lot of fun and a busy schedule. "My heart is just to invest in kids and grow them, be kind of a mentor to these kids," Watne said.