Chanteé Lans
Before returning to New York, Chanteé was an investigative reporter and evening anchor at the ABC affiliate in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was also a general assignment reporter at KYW-TV CBS Philadelphia and at WBZ-TV CBS Boston.
Chanteé has interviewed President Joe Biden. She also covered the Boston marathon bombings, arrest and murder trial of New England Patriot Aaron Hernandez, the sexual assault trial of Bill Cosby, Philadelphia Eagles' first super bowl win, and the imprisonment and release of Rapper Meek Mill which prompted criminal justice reform in Pennsylvania and across the United States.
Chanteé was chosen by the Radio Television Digital News Association to travel to the NATO headquarters and the European Union in Brussels, Belgium as a fellow of the RIAS German/American Exchange Program.
Born in Brooklyn and raised on Long Island, Chanteé earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in broadcast journalism from Temple University. The school honored her with the Lew Klein Alumni in the Media Rising Star award.
She obtained her master's degree in global development and social justice from St. John's University.
Chanteé's Stories
2 Suffolk County men charged with stealing $500K in tires and rims in crime ring
The 190-count indictment accuses Randy Woods, 37, and Dwayne Jones, 45, of stealing tires and rims from more than 100 cars across the county from July 2022 through October 2023.
Suffolk County police cracking down on underage vape sales on Long Island
Nicotine flavors like Mexican Mango and Watermelon Ice might appeal to teens and children, but they are illegal to sell in Suffolk County.
After son tased by police, family using event to spread message about mental health awareness
After their 16-year-old son, who has behavioral issues, was tased by police, the family is working to raise awareness about the right way to deal with people in the event of a mental or emotional disturbance.
Suffolk Co. continues search for human remains in Gilgo Beach murders, expands investigation area
The weeklong search involved K9 officers souring forestland mostly in Manorville, where the partial remains of two Gilgo Beach murder victims were found in the early 2000s.
Long Island man who survived pancreatic cancer raises funds for PurpleStride walk
After 48 years of marriage, three kids, and grandchildren the Stein family's lives were nearly shattered after Howie, a 71-year-old lawyer, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Leavened bread burned in Woodmere, Long Island ahead of tonight's Passover observance
This is the 20th year that the Woodmere Fire Department has offered what's called a controlled burn. It gives people a safe space to burn their bread.
Gilgo Beach murder suspect appears in court as prosecutors turn over discovery
On Wednesday, prosecutors disclosed evidence involving one of the victims: Maureen Brainard-Barnes.
Group of dancers with autism partner for recital in Dix Hills: 'It's fun and it's hard work'
The one-of-a-kind performance will feature studio dancers from Dance Workshop of Deer Park and dancers from Family Residences and Essential Enterprises.
Long Island community concerned after large chemical drums found at Bethpage Community Park
There are growing concerns about toxic pollution at a town on Long Island after large chemical drums were dug up at Bethpage Community Park.
International Cricket Council Men's T20 World Cup coming to Nassau County, New York
Eight matches will be held in New York over 12 days in June at a brand new stadium in Nassau County.