Karen Yi

Reporter, WNYC

New York City, USA

About Karen

Karen Yi is a reporter for WNYC, covering social issues and politics in New York City. She has reported on a range of topics, including poverty, inequality, and social justice. Yi has a background in journalism and has worked for several news organizations. She is based in New York City.

Associated Podcasts

NYC NOW

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Recent Appearances

New Work Rules Could Push Thousands of New Yorkers Off Food Assistance

NYC NOW•Mar 9, 2026•23:05•host

Tracking The Cost of Groceries Across NYC

NYC NOW•Feb 9, 2026•26:42•guest

Karen Yi

About Karen

Associated Podcasts

NYC NOW

Connect

Recent Appearances

New Work Rules Could Push Thousands of New Yorkers Off Food Assistance

Tracking The Cost of Groceries Across NYC

Key Topics

Solving New York’s Child Care Crisis

Evening Roundup: Evening Roundup: ICE Raid Sparks Chaos in Chinatown, and City Unveils a Plan for “The Hole”

Stricter SNAP Rules Could Push NYC's Most Vulnerable Off Food Assistance

Midday News: Work Requirements Return for Public Assistance, Local Leaders Protest Budget Cuts, and a Look at NYPD Data on Homeless Encampment

Midday News: Lawmakers Bypass Hochul on Discovery Reform, Legal Aid Challenges NYPD Arrests, and NYC Child Care Vouchers at Risk

July 26, 2024: Morning Headlines

July 18, 2024: Morning Headlines

July 16, 2024: Midday News

July 16, 2024: Morning Headlines

July 11, 2024: Morning Headlines

July 8, 2024: Midday News

June 26, 2024: Morning Headlines

June 25, 2024: Evening Roundup

June 14, 2024: Midday News

June 13, 2024: Morning Headlines

June 7, 2024: Morning Headlines

June 6, 2024: Evening Roundup

May 20, 2024: Morning Headlines