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Writer, reporter, 2007 Pontiac Vibe owner. Editor-in-chief at rabblenews.com; Formerly of @ktla @newschannel312 @dodgersnation

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Writer, news guy, transit & travel enthusiast. Currently the editor-in-chief of www.Rabblenews.com

Travis Schlepp’s Journalist Portfolio

Spirit Airlines 30-year history ends: who will get refunds?

Spirit Airlines 30-year history ends: who will get refunds?

As Spirit Airlines rides off into the sunset, tens of thousands of customers are impacted and not everyone wi…

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United Airlines flight hits drone near San Diego Airport

United Airlines flight hits drone near San Diego Airport

The FAA is investigating a potential mid-air collision between a United Airlines flight and a drone flying 30…

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LA Metro adds 'Ride the D' hat and hoodie for D Line opening

LA Metro adds 'Ride the D' hat and hoodie for D Line opening

LA Metro is releasing another batch a promotional "Ride the D" merch to hype up the opening of the D Line ext…

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Metrolink reduced schedule to remain in effect indefinitely

Metrolink reduced schedule to remain in effect indefinitely

Metrolink says its reduced schedule will remain in place indefinitely while the beleaguered passenger rail sy…

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Family finds 1 million copper pennies while cleaning out Los Angeles home

Family finds 1 million copper pennies while cleaning out Los Angeles home

John Reyes, a realtor from the Inland Empire, is trying to figure out what to do with more than 1 million pen…

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US suspends passport and visa meetings in United Arab Emirates amid regional security crisis

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By Travis Schlepp Verified
| Rabble News
American diplomats in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) canceled all routine meetings for visas, passports and citizen paperwork through Wednesday as escalating military strikes in the nearby Strait of Hormuz heighten security concerns. The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the U.S. Consulate General in Dubai suspended the in-person services starting Monday. The alert states that services would be suspended until Thursday, although it remains to be seen if the notice is extended.
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World Cup, Pride events drive big ridership numbers for LA Metro

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By Travis Schlepp Verified
| Rabble News
Public transit ridership in Los Angeles climbed in June, fueled largely by the FIFA World Cup, local community events and the continued integration of L.A.’s newest subway stations. On Tuesday, LA Metro reported 26.2 million boardings on its bus and train lines over the span of June, an increase from the 23.8 million recorded in June 2025. According to the agency, this 9% increase defied a traditional seasonal decline that typically occurs when local schools close for the summer.
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More upgraded Amtrak trains depart for testing before 2027 debut

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By Travis Schlepp Verified
| Rabble News
Amtrak has just sent off the latest group of its upgraded Airo trainsets, which are headed east for months of testing before being deployed on its busy Pacific Northwest route. The Airo trainsets that departed on Monday are the sixth new trainsets that departed a manufacturing plant in Sacramento, California, to head east to Colorado, where they will undergo testing before making their debut in 2027.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

I was a newscast assistant at KTVQ in Billings, editing bumps, teases and VOs and then operating the studio cameras during the show.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

We had a large black antique typewriter in my house growing up. I would pretend to write on it so it would move the carriage and snap back.

How is social media changing news?

Social media has led to misinformation and harassment that has driven a lot of great journalists out of the industry. Good stuff is out there

Awards

National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences

2018 - Breaking News

Pacific Southwest Emmy Awards Breaking News coverage of the Thomas Fire in Southern California awarded to KEYT News Channel 3 station management.