Neal Augenstein
Ever since 1997, when Neal Augenstein kept nudging the then-news director to hire him as a part-time weekend reporter, he’s had the great pleasure of being a reporter for WTOP.
In 2013, Neal took on the role of Tech Editor, overseeing the growth of the WTOP.com tech section.
Things have changed in many ways. When he walked in the door, the newsroom was still equipped with reel-to-reel tape recorders, and the portable bag phones that weighed as much as a bowling ball. Today, Neal is the first major market radio reporter who does most of his field production on an iPhone.
Through the years, Neal has covered many of the crimes and trials that have gripped the Washington community – including the Beltway Snipers, Chandra Levy, and of course, Sept. 11, 2001. But ironically, listeners seem to remember the lifestyle and feature reports – cooking food on the dashboard of his car in 100 degree weather, butt-lifting underwear and pole dancing for guys.
Neal’s been pleased to receive awards over the years for hard news, feature reporting, use of sound and sports. However, he’s most proud when people he reports about tell him they believe his reporting is accurate, fair and in context.
Neal’s ultimate honor is having listeners trust him and the WTOP team, to provide information they need and enjoy in their life.
You can email Neal at naugenstein@wtop.com or follow him on Twitter @AugensteinWTOP.
Latest Articles by Neal Augenstein
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Child sex abuser suspected in murder of victim’s mother killed himself, autopsy finds
The convicted child sex abuser found dead in his jail cell hours after being named a person of interest in the 2000 disappearance and murder of his victim’s mother died of suicide.
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‘Just unconditional love’ – Barbara Bush’s 1989 DC AIDS-hospice visit changed the HIV conversation
Most of the accolades pouring in for former first lady Barbara Bush, who died Tuesday at 92, center on her role as the matriarch of a powerful American political family. But a few people in the D.C. area are pointing to an act of grandmotherly humanity as her defining moment.
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Woman charged with bringing loaded gun to CIA headquarters
A woman who drove into the CIA headquarters compound in McLean, with a loaded gun, a passport and $100,000 in cash while wearing a wig is being held without bond.
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Don’t be ‘that’ driver: How to avoid a water rescue
After torrential rains, first responders in the D.C. region have been rescuing stranded drivers. Here are some tips to avoiding requiring a water rescue.
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Bag from McDonald’s leads to arrest for January murder of Germantown man
Police have arrested a man for the murder of 30-year-old Maurice Cortez Mercer, who was shot to death in his Germantown townhome in January.
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Ewww: Dirty truth about hand dryers and bathroom bacteria
Are hand dryers more sanitary than paper towels? New research looks at which spreads more bacteria.
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The familiar (and hidden) costs of owning a car in DC
Anyone who drives a car knows it’s expensive, but a new study shows the cost of parking makes up one of the largest chunks.
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Anger, arrests after deer carcasses dumped near Va. African-American cemetery
Four men have been charged with illegally dumping deer carcasses near an historic church and African-American cemetery in Leesburg.
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Md. bump stock ban headed to Gov. Hogan’s desk
The future of bump stocks in Maryland will soon be on the desk of Republican Gov. Larry Hogan, who has said he would sign it, even as opponents said the bill could be challenged in court.
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Fairfax Co. police say teen missing since February now in danger
Fairfax County police say a 16-year-old girl who walked away from a juvenile facility in February is now likely in danger.
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From Dischord Records to Art Truck, Arlington hones cutting-edge arts trek
Arlington has a long history with artists and groundbreaking sounds. That storied tradition continues this week with the launch of Arlington Art Truck, which brings art to the people.
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50 years later, MLK memorial visitors reflect on past, future civil rights fight
On the 50th anniversary of his assassination, visitors to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial are reflecting on the state of his fight for equality and civil rights.
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3 arrests at Md. elementary school spark concern, meeting with superintendent
“It’s terrifying to send these kids to school, every single day, not knowing if they’re going to be safe,” said parent Jenifer Miller, who has three children attending Cloverly Elementary School in Silver Spring.
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Afraid Md. teacher was buried alive, suspect admits he shot her
Tyler Tessier shot his pregnant girlfriend once in the head, because he was afraid he had buried Laura Wallen alive, according to prosecutors.
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Assault trial moves forward for person of interest in murder of Fairfax Co. girl
The 17-year-old ex-boyfriend of Jholie Moussa, whose body was found in a Fairfax County park two weeks after she disappeared, will go on trial for a separate, earlier assault on the 16-year-old girl.
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