Cat Sandoval

Cat Sandoval

Cat Sandoval

National Correspondent

Cat Sandoval is a Chicago-based national correspondent where she writes, produces, reports and video edits stories that impact our community. From breaking news stories like the Monterey Park Mass Shootings to serious topics like the rise of anti-Asian hate incidents to quirky pieces like environmental advocates who like dress up like mermaids, Cat stories are as diverse as she is. She is a solution-based reporter who focuses on the people and community behind the issues. Before joining Scripps News in 2017, Cat owned a boutique video production company in New York City. She also created and hosted an NBC series called “Take Back,” with the aim of dispelling stereotypes about Asian Americans. Cat is a former New York president of the Asian American Journalists Association and an avid runner.

Recent Work
A couple pauses at a memorial at a vigil honoring the victims of a shooting at Star Ballroom Dance Studio

People gather at Monterey Park City Hall to celebrate the lives lost

Members of the Missouri House of Representatives pledge their allegiance to the flag

Missouri House of Representatives introduces dress code for women

A screen displays a notice on an iPhone

Increase in Suicide & Crisis Lifeline calls, texts since number change

A sign promotes awareness of human trafficking

January is human trafficking awareness and prevention month

A woman holds a glass of sparkling wine

The Benefits Of Incorporating A Dry January Into Your New Year

Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg speaks on the stage of a demonstration in Glasgow, Scotland

World Environmental Activist Greta Thunberg Turns 20 Years Old

American Airlines flight information screens display today flight information

Winter Weather Causing Hundreds Of Flights To Be Canceled Or Delayed

An image of Purdue University Northwest Chancellor Thomas Keon is shown.

Purdue Northwest Chancellor Stays Despite Faculty Push For Resignation

An employe of a genetic institute makes a DNA test in Bogota, Colombia

How Are Genetic Tests Changing Families?

Purdue University Northwest Chancellor Thomas Keon gives a speech.

Purdue Northwest Chancellor Apologizes For 'Offensive' Speech Remark

People sit on a subway.

Masks Might Be Coming Back As 'Tripledemic' Surges

A "#StopAsianHate" sign hangs on a car window.

Orange County Leaders Share Why They Declared Racism A Health Crisis

a stack of credit cards

Feds Warn Of Dangers Of Buy Now, Pay Later

Picture of the book "Orientalism."

Another Insitution Is Taking 'Oriental' Out Of Its Name

USA fan booing while watching the match.

Team USA Fans React To U.S. World Cup Loss To Netherlands

The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree

Major U.S. Cities Host Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies

About 130 soldiers with the U.S. Army's 87th Division Sustainment Support Battalion, 3rd Division Sustainment Brigade

U.S. Military Struggling With Recruitment

A nun makes caramel candy.

These Iowa Nuns Are Devoted To Making Life A Little Sweeter

Bianca the main character in Reflect

New Disney Movie 'Reflect' Focuses On Body Positivity And Self-Esteem

Halle Bailey as Ariel in Disney's "The Little Mermaid."

New Little Mermaid Inspires Diversity In Halloween Costumes

People shop for Halloween costumes.

Halloween Costumes Have Grown Into A Billion-Dollar Industry

Gursharan Virk salutes.

Sikh Air Force Cadet Explores Religious Identity Woes In U.S. Military

woman holds a sign and attends a rally to support stop AAPI (Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders) hate

Why Are Hate Crimes Against Asian Americans On The Rise?

A woman in Turkey cuts her hair during a protest against the death of Iranian Mahsa Amini

Women Worldwide Cut Their Hair To Protest The Death Of Mahsa Amini

Students wear caps and gowns.

The Paper Ceiling That Is Keeping Workers Without Degrees From Jobs

People hold signs in support of Asian American Pacific Islander communities

More Asian Americans Are Purchasing Guns

A car missing its catalytic converter

Car Thefts Are On The Rise

Dr. Lilian Abbo, center, receives a flu vaccine from Nicholas Torres, left, and a Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot

Experts Are Expecting High Flu Numbers This Year

Woman working at call center.

How Accent-Changing Apps Are Removing Communication Barriers

A rainbow Pride flag waves in the sky

LGBTQ+ Individuals Face Heightened Safety Risks In Prison