Delano Massey is the Managing Editor of Axios Local, where he helped launch coverage in more than two dozen U.S. cities and now leads editorial strategy across the Midwest. A veteran newsroom leader, Delano has held key roles at CNN, the Associated Press, and in local newsrooms nationwide. He believes truth is power—and that journalism plays a vital role in capturing history, especially in moments of national reckoning. His work champions equity, accountability, and the enduring impact of local storytelling.

Massey briefed National Press Foundation fellows in April 2025: How to Cover Schools Amid Dismantling of Education Department.