Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: India Currents Entry Title: Desi Dost Project Entry Credit: Meera Kymal, Anjana Nagarajan-Butaney, Vandana Kumar Judge Comment: The decision to tackle this fascinating and horrifying topic required such dedication and legwork. I am impressed with the commitment to this very powerful story that needed to be told. It's a true public service.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: California Health Report Entry Title: Domestic violence coverage Entry Credit: CLAUDIA BOYD BARRETT, Carly Stern Judge Comment: It's unfortunate that more work continues to be necessary when addressing solutions-focused reporting on domestic violence in various communities. However, the work put in by this organization to highlight alternative responses in this area is a testament to the hope that exists for a more resilient future generation.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: California Health Report Entry Title: Water contamination in the Central Valley Entry Credit: CLAUDIA BOYD BARRETT Judge Comment: The need for coverage of this level of neglect for such a basic need is appalling but must continue as long as the disparity exists. Holding people and agencies accountable is sometimes the only thing that results in an outcome that betters the lives of others. This organization is doing important work not just for these communities but for humanity in general.
Place Name: Fourth Place Contestant Name: Capital & Main Entry Title: Cart Battle: Los Angeles' Code War Against Street Vendors Entry Credit: Jack Ross, Janette Villafana Judge Comment: This series reveals an interesting ongoing struggle and dichotomy that could be easily fixed with an agreed mutual benefit to the city and business owners for the greater good.
Place Name: Fifth Place Contestant Name: Valley Voice Entry Title: Tulare Public Cemetery District turmoil Entry Credit: Catherine Doe Judge Comment: The horror abounds! What an awful but necessary series to report on and follow. Closure must be given to families and justice must be given appropriately. Great job staying on top of this story and covering the necessary details.
