Danielle Chiriguayo

Danielle Chiriguayo is a proud LA native and joined KCRW in 2019 as a member of the inaugural class of the Report LA Fellowship. Before serving as Morning Edition host, Danielle worked as a digital producer and reporter, bridging the gap between broadcast and digital platforms. In her work, Danielle has carved out a space in the newsroom dedicated to finding and sharing community and character-driven stories. Her reporting ranges from housing and health to queer line dancing in Echo Park, catalytic converter thefts, the long-standing legacy of LAUSD’s coffee cake, and breaking the news of the return of beloved chicken chain Koo Koo Roo.

Prior to KCRW, Danielle worked at Marketplace, where she wrote digital-first features and trend-based stories. She was also part of the 2021 California cohort of USC’s Center for Health Journalism Fellowship. For her work at KCRW, Danielle has been honored by the Radio and Television News Association and LA Press Club, including a 2023 National Arts & Entertainment award.