Michael Hill is NYPR's Host of Morning Edition at WNYC.
Michael is a native of Newark and has spent the last 6-plus years covering the Garden State as an anchor, correspondent and multi-media journalist.
He's thrilled to have stepped into the role of hosting — anchoring, writing and delivering news and announcements to the metro area and beyond. Michael is an avid Scrabble player, cherishes a great mystery and welcomes great opportunities to laugh at life.
Michael Hill appears in the following:
Tiny sugar spoons are popping up on NYC fast-food menus. You're being warned.
Friday, October 24, 2025
WNYC's Caroline Lewis says the advisories aim to encourage consumers to make healthier choices. Read the full story here.
Advocating for Climate Justice in Central Harlem
Thursday, October 02, 2025
WNYC and the nonprofit Street Lab regularly team up to highlight stories from neighborhoods across New York City. We recently set up shop on St. Nicholas Avenue in Harlem, and though ...
Your Optimal Morning Routine
Thursday, October 02, 2025
Inspired by an article in The Atlantic that shares recommendations for a "happy start to the day," listeners call in to share their morning routines, and explain why it helps them get...
Finding Community in Washington Heights
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk is highlighting voices from neighborhoods across New York City, in collaboration with the nonprofit Street Lab. We recently set up in Washington Hei...
Voters Look Ahead to the NYC Mayoral Election
Tuesday, June 03, 2025
It's election season in New York City with the Democratic mayoral primary just a few weeks away. As part of our coverage, we're visiting laundromats around the city to engage with vot...
A New York City teen discusses creating youth spaces and community
Friday, May 30, 2025
For migrant families coming to New York City, finding community can be challenging. Radio Rookies reporter, Giuliana Vallejo, knows that reality firsthand. Her family immigrated to th...
NJ's Democratic Candidates for Governor Speak
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Michael Hill, WNYC Morning Edition host and Briana Vannozzi, anchor for NJ Spotlight News, recap and offer analysis of a conversation between New Jersey's Democratic candidates for go...
NJ's Republican Candidates for Governor Speak
Thursday, May 08, 2025
WNYC Morning Edition host Michael Hill and David Cruz, senior political correspondent and anchor, and moderator of Chat Box and Reporters Roundtable at NJ Spotlight News, recap and of...
'I deserve to be in the room': Local musicians mark Women's History Month
Monday, March 31, 2025
March is Women's History Month. To mark it, WNYC is profiling local musicians and their journey through the music industry. We wrap up our series with Raquel Delgado, a 22-year-old si...
'Just be truly you no matter what': Local musicians mark Women's History Month
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
March is National Women's History Month and to mark it. We are profiling several local musicians and their journey through the music industry. Today we hear from Amani Adelekan, artis...
'You have to love what you're doing': Local musicians mark Women's History Month
Friday, March 21, 2025
March is Women's History Month, and to mark it, we're profiling several local musicians and their journey through the music industry. Today we hear from Hayley Brooke, a 23 year old s...
'We are here, and we are plentiful,': A moment in music for Women's History Month
Thursday, March 13, 2025
March is Women's History Month, and to mark it, we're profiling women in music and their journeys through the industry. Today we hear from Sky Hume, who is a music business major and ...
' With the love of a neighbor,' : Building a trusted resource in the Upper West Side
Monday, February 24, 2025
Across New York City, people support their neighbors by being a positive resource in their communities. WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk has been highlighting some of these folks, o...
Showing compassion through cleaning
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Countless people in New York City are making differences in their communities. WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk has been highlighting some of those people, our neighbors. We're call...
A City Island resident reflects on supporting community
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Every day, New York City is supported by the efforts of people trying to make a difference in their communities. WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk is highlighting some of them, reca...
A Manhattan teen uses his passion for baking to help others
Monday, January 13, 2025
New York City communities thrive on everyday people trying to make a positive impact on those around them. WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk is spotlighting some of those people. We'...
A Manhattan teen looks through the legacy of Westbeth Artists Housing
Monday, January 06, 2025
The West Village is one of Manhattan's most upscale neighborhoods filled with luxury townhouses, fancy restaurants, and designer boutiques. But for more than 50 years, one building n...
A comforting pernil dish for family gatherings
Monday, January 06, 2025
The taste of a family recipe can bring back a flood of warm memories. WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk set out to hear from New Yorkers across the city about the memories that come...
A New York-based artist talks healing and community through dance
Thursday, January 02, 2025
Across New York City, every day, people are making impactful differences in their communities. WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk is highlighting some of these community champions. T...
A lumpia recipe made with love
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
The taste of a particular dish has the power to evoke flavorful memories. WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk is asking us to share stories about family recipes with special meaning....
