Christine Vendel

Christine Vendel is an accomplished journalist with extensive experience in investigative reporting and public safety. Currently, as the Director of Investigations and Breaking News at PennLive.com, Vendel manages a team dedicated to delivering timely and accurate information while uncovering significant issues related to government abuse and conflicts of interest. Previous roles include serving as Public Safety Editor, where oversight of crime and safety coverage was key, and as a crime enterprise reporter for The Patriot-News. Vendel's career spans over two decades, including a tenure at The Kansas City Star as both a columnist and a reporter, known for breaking competitive stories and comprehensive investigative projects. Vendel holds a bachelor's degree in Journalism & Mass Communications from Kansas State University and has further training in data reporting and visualization from the University of Missouri-Columbia.