Matthew Rand
Morning Edition HostMatthew Rand is the Morning Edition for 89.7 NPR News. Rand served as a report and an interim producer during the pandemic for WOSU’s All Sides daily talk show.
Rand worked at several television and radio stations in Kentucky where he gained skills as a reporter, anchor and multimedia journalist.
He pitched and covered stories frequently picked up by CNN, CBS and AP that were shared with affiliates across the nation.
His high-profile coverage includes issues and controversies surrounding Kentucky’s pension system and live coverage of President Donald Trump’s 2018 rally on the campus of Eastern Kentucky University.
Rand’s work has been recognized numerous times by the Kentucky Associated Press Broadcasters Association.
Originally from Cincinnati, Rand attended Morehead State where he studied broadcasting and journalism.
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Health, Science & EnvironmentTo really get the full experience of Monday's solar eclipse, you had to get yourself inside the path of totality. Several Ohio state parks attracted eclipse chasers from across Ohio and all around the world. -
Health, Science & EnvironmentA new study suggests that living in a neighborhood with high rates of eviction can lead to high levels of psychological distress, even for neighbors not facing eviction. -
Chelsea and Manchester City are set to play a pre-season friendly match August 3 at Ohio Stadium as part of the 2024 FC Series. Tickets go on sale Wednesday. -
For the first time, a collection of General Sherman’s personal effects, including his wartime sword, rank insignia and more, are being auctioned May 14 in Columbus. -
Health, Science & EnvironmentThe study found patients with behavioral health disorders were less likely to go through with cancer surgery, and those who did had generally worse outcomes than their peers. -
Business & EconomyOhio ranked sixth in the nation for casino revenue, raking in over $3.3 billion last year, driven in part by the state’s new sports betting program. -
The answer can vary, depending on the road and the neighborhood that road runs through. -
Business & EconomyIntel had originally targeted production to begin in 2025, but construction on the $20 billion computer chip manufacturing facility now isn't expected to be complete until late 2026. -
More than 180 of the best figure skaters in the country are competing this week for a chance to represent the U.S. in various international competitions, including the Olympics. -
One of the biggest stars in all of college basketball is coming to Columbus this weekend. Caitlin Clark has electrified sports fans across the country in her four years with the Iowa Hawkeyes and taken national interest in women’s hoops to new heights.
