Awards Investigate Midwest’s Juan Vassallo wins first place in NAAJ writing contest The NAAJ judge praised the reporting for its depth, use of sources, and ability to connect policy decisions to real-world impacts. By Lauren Cross, Investigate Midwest / 23 Mar 2026
Investigate Midwest News Student journalist wins University of Illinois award for livestock investigation 2 Investigate Midwest journalists were also honored by NAAJ for investigative stories on groundwater loss in the plains and poultry farmers left behind after Tyson plant closures. By Lauren Cross, Investigate Midwest / 11 Apr 2025
