Owens briefed journalists in January 2024: Race And Crime Reporting: Communities Of Color Disproportionately Represented. 

Cassie Owens works with journalists and communities to transform coverage of the criminal justice system. Before joining Free Press, she spent her entire career as a journalist in Philadelphia, often reporting on the experiences of Black Philadelphians. Born and raised in Philly, Cassie is deeply passionate about her city, cultural history, combating media harm and exploring ways that news storytelling can better serve Black communities.