Brenda Koopsen, Multimedia Journalist
Brenda Koopsen joined ABC 57 in August of 2019 as a Multimedia Journalist.
She graduated from Syracuse University in May of 2019 with a bachelor’s in Broadcast and Digital Journalism and a minor in Political Science. She’s proud to bleed orange! She spent the summer of 2018 in Houston, Texas at KHOU-TV as a Digital Media Intern. Throughout college, she also interned for WAER radio station in Syracuse and even tried her love for politics at a congressional internship.
She was born and raised in San Diego, California and will always be a beach girl. Brenda loves to travel and was fortunate enough to travel throughout Europe during her time spent studying abroad in 2017.
In her free time, she loves to be outdoors, enjoy the sunshine and spend time with her dog. She’s excited to explore the beaches in Southwest Michigan and everything this area has to offer!
What’s on your mind? She’s eager to learn about the issues that matter most to this community, so if you have any story ideas or just want to chat, feel free to email her at bkoopsen@abc57.com or send her a message on Facebook or Twitter!
Articles by Brenda Koopsen
- Investigation underway after arrest turns violent, incident captured on Facebook Live
- 'Back the Blue' gathering in St. Joseph to show support for police
- Protest against Indiana statewide mask order in Goshen
- Police agencies weigh in on enforcing Michigan mask order
- Michigan man killed by police after stabbing elderly man in mask dispute
- Sports book opens at Four Winds Casino in New Buffalo
- Suspects Identified in Elkhart robbery of man in wheelchair
- La Porte councilman criticized for comments made during meeting
- Local coin shop owner weighs in on nationwide shortage
- Mobile food pantry vandalized in LaPorte
- Balloon organizers hope to keep Blueberry Festival tradition alive
- A helping hand for the homeless in Michiana
- Family still looking for answers one year after deadly mass shooting
- LOGAN Center receives PPE donation; adult services resume
- How COVID-19 has impacted Michiana crime levels, first responders
- Black Lives Matter protesters calling to defund South Bend Police Department
- U.S. House District 2 race results, candidates weigh in
- Police preparing for possible protests in Michigan City
- Local activists rally together in response to George Floyd's death
- Travel industry takes a hit; some eager to travel again
- Penn High grad will play part in historic SpaceX launch
- 'Fly with Woochi Airways'; Local restaurant uses 'boarding pass' to keep customers safe
- ABC57 Investigates: Scammers putting health, finances at risk
- School security guard launches fundraiser for city-wide prom
- Restaurants reopening to dine-in customers
- Michiana dentist offices stepping up safety measures
- ABC57 Investigates: Are the cleaning agents you use effective?
- Michigan Attorney General weighs in on counterfeit N-95 mask concerns
- Michiana families speaking out after kids bitten by buffalo gnats
- Indiana officials launch free website for mental health resources
- Clothes Mentor brings shopping experience online
- Store owner gets creative to help customers, keep business going
- ABC57 Investigates: The hand test
- Legislators focusing on public health in reopen plan
- Notre Dame Tax Clinic sees uptick in stimulus check questions
- Therapy dog helping kids improve reading skills
- ABC57 Investigates: Price gouging complaints skyrocket in Indiana and Michigan
- FAFSA application deadline approaching, how COVID-19 impacts filing
- Toy vendor delivers free Easter goodies to kids
- Miss Indiana's Outstanding Teen raises thousands for children's hospitals
- Notre Dame Law community secretly raises thousands for students
- First responders lead procession to show support for medical staff
- Student uses 3D printer to make protective shields
- Non-profit launching virtual support series for women
- Local business making protective mask shields
- Food Bank of Northern Indiana hosts drive-thru distribution drive
- Domestic violence, child abuse cases likely increase during shutdown
- Future of economy uncertain amid pandemic
- Local businesses relying on community support
- Local restaurant using food truck to help support employees, customers
- Community giving back to postal carriers during outbreak
- Evacuated Peace Corps volunteer forced to rethink future
- Pandemic posing mental health challenges
- Local babysitter offering free services
- Organization increases efforts to feed the community amid coronavirus outbreak
- Restaurant selling pizza kits to keep families entertained
- Elkhart Education Foundation helping students and teachers as E-Learning begins
- South Bend St. Patrick's Day celebrations canceled amid coronavirus concerns
- ABC57 Investigates: Is it safe to donate blood amid coronavirus outbreak?
- Dress for Success Michiana prepares for free pop-up closet
- 13th Annual Mustache Bash raises money for child burn victims
- Mother of South Bend student allegedly assaulted by teacher speaks out
- Sheriff helps local teen collect state-wide uniform patches
- Notre Dame law trip to compete in Rome canceled due to coronavirus
- Youth boxing groups using sports as an opportunity to grow
- Neighbors give input on Tolson Center expansion plan
- Students, teachers donating hair at Grissom Middle School for a good cause
- Fred Upton running for re-election
- Aviation and Flight Operations Program opens for South Bend Community School students
- Cultivate teams up with volunteers in Elkhart County to serve more children with food insecurities
- Kintae Lark: Making a difference one haircut at a time
- Auto shop reflects on Ryan Newman's local roots as he recovers from fiery crash
- Community shows support for annual St. Margaret’s House Winter Walk
- Local startups competing for a chance to win $500,000
- Family of missing Benton Harbor woman searching for answers two months after disappearance
- Mayor James Mueller addresses the South Bend Common Council for the first time
- Local teen earns Prudential Spirit of Community award
- Annual "Shave-In" Mustache Bash kicks off at Corby's
- Judge rules certain police tapes can be released
- Ring video captures heroic South Bend officer during house fire