I’m a Los Angeles–based investigative journalist and writer covering homelessness, housing policy, environmental justice, and public safety. My reporting appears in Invisible People, The Wave, LA Focus, and other outlets. I focus on stories that expose injustice, shape public discourse, and amplify communities too often ignored.

I hold a master’s in creative writing and a paralegal certificate from UCLA, training that helps me scrutinize records, policies, and court filings with care. Recent work includes coverage of lead contamination in Watts, rising hate crimes in Los Angeles, and government accountability at the intersection of community activism and public policy.

Beyond journalism, I’m preparing to publish my first book, blending narrative storytelling with deeply reported, real-world issues. My goal is simple: pursue truth with rigor and put people—especially those most affected—at the center of the story.

Beyond journalism, I am preparing to self-publish my first book, further blending my storytelling skills with real-world narratives. My work is driven by a commitment to truth, justice, and giving a voice to those often ignored by mainstream media.

📌 Specialties:
✔ Investigative Journalism & Policy Reporting
✔ Social Justice, Race, & Environmental Issues
✔ Legal Analysis & Court Reporting
✔ Opinion & Cultural Commentary

📬 Contact:
Email: stephenoduntan@ymail.com
LinkedIn: Stephen Oduntan

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