Paloma Chavez has joined PEOPLE as a current events staff writer, bringing four years of journalism experience covering breaking news, human interest, and crime stories.
Before arriving at PEOPLE in 2026, Chavez worked on McClatchy’s real-time national news desk, where she reported on crime, internet culture, breaking news, and mental health.
Education and Background
Chavez graduated with a B.A. in Journalism from the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism at the University of Southern California.
During her four-year career, she has focused on:
- Breaking news
- Internet culture
- Crime reporting
- Mental health coverage
About PEOPLE
PEOPLE, a People Inc. Brand, has delivered celebrity news and human-interest stories since its first issue in 1974. The outlet says it strives to tell compelling stories about the people behind the issues, rather than just the issues themselves.
PEOPLE positions itself as an “everyday escape,” covering:
- Intriguing stars
- Newsmakers
- Ordinary people doing extraordinary things
- Beauty, food, and style trends
- Stories of hope, optimism, and kindness
The brand states it tells stories that drive conversation and inspire action, operating under editorial guidelines aimed at providing trustworthy content.
