Samantha Dietel

Samantha Dietel is a reporter intern in Washington, D.C. She is pursuing a degree in journalism at the University of Missouri-Columbia. She has previously covered the Missouri legislature in Jefferson City as a reporter for the Columbia Missourian.

‘Out of control’: Advocates rally in D.C. calling for action on housing crisis

"As a father I feel like I’ve failed my family," said Demetrius Mosley of Louisville.

By Samantha Dietel

Democrats push to extend child care grant program

In Kentucky, half of working adults are parents — more than a third of to young children.

By Samantha Dietel

Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19; President, testing negative, maintains schedule

The first lady has mild symptoms and will spend the week at home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, the White House said.

By Samantha Dietel