Reformer reporter Madison McVan named ‘Young Journalist of the Year’

By: J. Patrick Coolican

Outlets: Minnesota Reformer

Published: June 17, 2026

Words: 426

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

The Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists named Reformer reporter Madison McVan the state’s “Young Journalist of the Year” Tuesday for her work during 2025, when she covered a wide array of high-impact stories, from abuses by homeowners associations to the murder of Melissa Hortman, from profiles of U.S. Senate candidates to the gathering storm of the immigration crackdown.

The judges said “she consistently delivered reporting that was revelatory, insightful, and grounded …

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