McKenna Ewen - Producer, CNN Digital
McKenna Ewen
Producer, CNN Digital
McKenna Ewen is a producer for CNN Digital in Minneapolis, MN.
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CNN commentator Van Jones does a vibe check at the DNC. See how it went
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Aug 22, 2024
CNN political commentator Van Jones speaks with Democratic National Convention attendees about the source of their renewed joy.
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‘They’ll trust us more than mainstream media’: DNC credentials 200+ influencers
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Aug 21, 2024
For the first time, the Democratic National Convention invited influencers to cover the event, credentialing more than 200 content creators. CNN’s David Rind speaks to a few of them about their experience.
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CNN 10: The big stories of the day, explained in 10 minutes
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Aug 18, 2024
Today on CNN 10, the?US government is suing Ticketmaster’s parent company Live Nation?in a groundbreaking lawsuit. The antitrust action alleges that Live Nation abused its industry dominance to harm fans nationwide for years. Then, a court ruled?Elvis Presley’s Graceland mansion?will remain with the family and cannot be foreclosed upon– for now. All that and more on this episode of CNN 10.
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Judge goes viral again after suspect tells him to ‘kiss my a**’
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Aug 13, 2024
A Michigan judge sentenced a defendant to up to 558 days in jail for contempt of court after he repeatedly cursed at him.
The 25 days that unraveled Biden’s campaign
Jul 21, 2024
Here are the key events that have shaped one of the most crucial months in Biden’s career — and would eventually sunset his half-century life in politics.
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Arkansas driver encounters flash flood on way to work
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Jul 17, 2024
Rainfall levels topped five inches in only three hours, which is a rainfall rate only expected once every 500 years, according to NOAA data.
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He was a fake elector for Trump. He still oversees elections and protesters want him out.
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Jul 2, 2024
Robert Spindell, who serves on the Wisconsin Elections Commission, submitted false electoral college votes for former President Donald Trump in 2020. Protesters are calling for his resignation.
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See how this town gets the most fun out of one of the biggest lakes in the world
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Jun 24, 2024
In Duluth, Minnesota, Victor Blackwell enjoys Lake Superior in every way imaginable: fishing for lake trout, walking along world’s largest freshwater sandbar, drinking spirits distilled with the lake’s water, and finally — dining at a 100-year-old tavern where the chef cooks his catch of the day.
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This is one of the few places in the country to see this special summer light show
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Jun 24, 2024
Knoxville, Tennessee — famous for Dolly Parton, the Tennessee Volunteers…and fireflies? Just outside the city you can watch synchronous fireflies flash in unison, a phenomenon that’s special to the region. After celebrating all things Dolly Parton with the locals, CNN’s Derek Van Dam catches a firefly-powered light show in the woods.
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Climate protesters disrupt annual Congressional Baseball Game
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Jun 13, 2024
On June 12, climate protesters were tackled to the ground by police after they ran onto the Nationals Park field during the annual Congressional Baseball Game.
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CNN 10: The big stories of the day, explained in 10 minutes
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May 22, 2024
Today on CNN 10, actor?Scarlett Johansson?hired legal counsel after accusing OpenAI of using a synthetic voice for ChatGPT that sounds “eerily similar” to hers. Then,?Ireland, Spain, and Norway?have announced plans to formally recognize a Palestinian state.?All that and more on this episode of CNN 10.
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CNN 10: The big stories of the day, explained in 10 minutes
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May 21, 2024
Today on CNN 10, scientists from Australia and the UK captured video of a?rare deep-sea hooked squid, one of the largest deep-water squids in the world. Then, the?International Criminal Court?is seeking arrest warrants for Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on charges of war crimes over the October 7 attacks and the ongoing war in Gaza.?All that and more on this episode of CNN 10.
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CNN 10: The big stories of the day, explained in 10 minutes
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May 20, 2024
Today on CNN 10,?Blue Origin’s tourism rocket?launched the latest passengers to the edge of space after a nearly two-year hiatus. The New Shepard rocket carried six customers, including the retired US Air Force captain selected by President John F. Kennedy in 1961 to be the nation’s first Black astronaut candidate. Then, the world’s largest seafood restaurant chain,?Red Lobster, known for its cheddar bay biscuits, has filed for bankruptcy.?All that and more on this episode of CNN 10.
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Rare footage shows deep-sea creature attacking camera
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May 20, 2024
Scientists from Australia and the UK captured unique footage of the rare deep-sea hooked quid, one of the largest deep-water squids in the world.
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President Biden calls for ‘immediate ceasefire’ in Gaza
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May 19, 2024
During a commencement speech at Morehouse College in Atlanta, President Biden said leadership is “doing what you believe is right even when it’s hard and lonely.”
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‘Self-determined’: Activists explain coining the term ‘Asian American’
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May 18, 2024
It’s Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time that celebrates the history of more than 50 ethnic groups. So where did the term ‘Asian American’ even come from? Two activists who helped coin the term in 1968, Vicci Wong and Dr. Floyd Huen, explain.
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CNN 10: The big stories of the day, explained in 10 minutes
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May 16, 2024
Today on CNN 10, President Joe Biden and Donald Trump have agreed to continue the tradition of?presidential debates?for the upcoming election, but with a twist. The candidates will first debate on June 27 on CNN ahead of the usual fall debate, an event not organized by the Commission of Presidential Debates since 1988. Then, Korea’s annual?Space-Out Competition?challenges the social norm for productive rest and how doing nothing can be valuable. All that and more on this episode of CNN 10.
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Watch raccoon interrupt Major League Soccer game
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May 16, 2024
A raccoon was captured and safely released after it ran onto the field during a Major League Soccer game between the Philadelphia Union and New York City FC.
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See driver crash through bridge after multi-car collision in Kentucky
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May 16, 2024
Newly released dashcam footage shows the moment a driver lost control of a semi truck after a multi-car collision on?Clark Memorial Bridge in Louisville, Kentucky. 33-year-old Trevor Branham has been charged for his alleged role in the crash, which happened in March. The case now is headed for a grand jury.
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CNN 10: The big stories of the day, explained in 10 minutes
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May 15, 2024
Today on CNN 10, as Russia pushes into northeastern Ukraine, the United States?announces?an additional $2 billion in military spending. CNN visits the Arabian Peninsula to see how the UAE is producing energy using household waste, and we hear from one dentist who?provides?care to an underserved population and dedicates himself to a mission much greater than himself. All that and more on this episode of CNN 10.
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CNN 10: The big stories of the day, explained in 10 minutes
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May 12, 2024
Today on CNN 10, some companies are considering a 4-day work week to prevent employee burnout. We introduce you to a performance wellness company that just made the switch. Then, we travel to Lady Elliot Island off the eastern coast of Australia to examine the delicate ecosystem’s history and future. Plus, there’s a rare fossil on display in Chicago. All that and more on this episode of CNN 10.
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Boeing cargo plane lands with no front wheels at Istanbul airport
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May 8, 2024
A Boeing-767 cargo plane landed on its nose after making the journey from Paris to Istanbul. Airport staff in Turkey guided the aircraft to land safely after the gear failure.
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CNN 10: The big stories of the day, explained in 10 minutes
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May 8, 2024
Today on CNN 10, NASA released a new immersive visualization that shows viewers what it’s like to get sucked into a massive black hole. Then, TikTok is suing the US government to try to block a ban of the popular Chinese social media app. All that and more on this episode of CNN 10.
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Police investigating shooting outside of Drake’s home
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May 7, 2024
Police are investigating after a security officer was shot outside of rapper Drake’s home in Toronto, Canada. It’s unclear if Drake was at his residence during the time of the shooting.
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Hear what Putin said at his inauguration
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May 7, 2024
Russian President Vladimir Putin was sworn in for his fifth term in an inauguration ceremony in Moscow.
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Watch: Boat capsizes during training race, sends crew members flying
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May 6, 2024
The USA SailGP Team’s boat was damaged after flipping on its side during a training race in Bermuda.
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Man aims gun at pastor during church service
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May 6, 2024
A gunman pointed a gun at a pastor during a church service in Pennsylvania before being tackled by a member of the congregation. According to CNN affiliate WTAE, the suspect, identified as 26-year-old Bernard Polite, was arraigned on several charges including attempted homicide.It’s unclear if he has an attorney. CNN affiliate WTAE reports.
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‘They told us that this material would be safe.’ Toxic PFAS discovered on US farms
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May 2, 2024
Farms across Maine are discovering toxic PFAS chemicals in their soil and water. But the problem could impact millions of acres of farmland nationwide.
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‘Shut the f**k up’: Officer seen kneeling on man’s neck before his death
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May 1, 2024
A 53-year-old man crashed his vehicle into a utility pole and fled to a nearby veteran’s hall in East Canton, Ohio. While he was being placed under arrested, he told officers at least 7 times that he couldn’t breathe.
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CNN 10: The big stories of the day, explained in 10 minutes
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Apr 24, 2024
Today on CNN 10,?President Joe Biden has signed a bill?that would effectively ban TikTok in the US if the parent company ByteDance does not sell it. The social media platform is ready to take the fight to court, claiming that this ban is unconstitutional. Then,?NASA’s images reveal a lava lake?on the surface of Jupiter’s moon Io. All that and more on this episode of CNN 10.
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CNN 10: The big stories of the day, explained in 10 minutes
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Apr 23, 2024
Today on CNN 10, the?Voyager 1 spacecraft?has finally sent decipherable code back to Earth again, after NASA engineers fixed a communication problem. Voyager 1 is currently about 15 billion miles away and 46 years old. Then, there’s a new?social media trend in China?as youth are sporting their “gross” outfits to work. It’s a form of?rebellion against what many Chinese youth call toxic work conditions, low pay, and long hours. All that and more on this episode of CNN 10.
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CNN 10: The big stories of the day, explained in 10 minutes
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Apr 22, 2024
Today on CNN 10, a piece of?space garbage?from the International Space Station pierced the roof of a Florida home. NASA believed space junk would disintegrate as it entered Earth’s atmosphere, but this small piece survived. Then, Columbia University in New York has announced that all classes must be held virtually after?pro-Palestinian protests?have raised tensions. All that and more on this episode of CNN 10.
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Once lush Mexican lake, now a bed of rock
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Apr 17, 2024
Lake Pátzcuaro in Michoacán, Mexico has been impacted by several “environmental factors” as well as water theft, according to Pátzcuaro’s local government.
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Dog helps rescue owner who fell through ice
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Jan 19, 2024
After a 65-year-old Michigan man fell into an icy lake, his dog, Ruby, came to the rescue.
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Watch Buffalo Bills fan slide down stadium stairs
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Jan 15, 2024
The Buffalo Bills recruited community members to help shovel snow ahead of Monday’s playoff game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Some didn’t seem to mind the sub-freezing temperatures.
About
McKenna Ewen is a producer for CNN Digital, where he shoots, writes and edits short documentary films. As a visual storyteller, Ewen brings a cinematic approach to news. He travels the country in search of extraordinary people, challenges conventional wisdom and explores the universal conflicts that connect us all. Prior to joining CNN, Ewen worked at The Washington Post and Minneapolis Star Tribune. He was named Editor of the Year in 2020 and Multimedia Journalist of the Year in 2017 by the White House News Photographers Association. He has received 10 regional Emmy Awards with recognition from NPPA, POYi, SPJ and RTDNA. As a childhood cancer survivor, he graduated magna cum laude from the University of Minnesota. He lives in Minneapolis, MN.