Yukare Nakayama, Reporter
Yukare Nakayama joined the CBS 58 news team in February 2022 as a reporter.
Yukare previously worked as a community journalist in WLS-TV in Chicago. There she focused on telling feel-good, pandemic struggles and gun violence-related stories in Black and brown communities in the southwest side of Chicago.
Yukare began her career as a multi-media journalist at WHBF-TV in the Quad Cities, where she covered everything from feel-good stories to crime stories to severe weather stories.
Yukare is an Emmy-nominated journalist and is part of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ).
Yukare is originally from the suburbs of Chicago. She ventured out of the Midwest when she attended American University in Washington, D.C where she majored in broadcast journalism. Her family is originally from Mexico and speaks Spanish fluently.
This is Yukare's first time living in Wisconsin. She considers herself a foodie and is a big fan of cheese curds.
You can email her at [email protected]. You can follow Yukare on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Articles by Yukare Nakayama
- MPD, US Marshals targeted effort nets more than 250 violent fugitives in Milwaukee
- Waukesha collector breaks her own record for massive Winnie the Pooh collection
- Milwaukee County now a sanctuary for transgender and non-binary people after proposal passes
- 'She was caring, loving': Waukesha man charged in 2022 murder of girlfriend
- Debate reignited: Protesters decry, supporters celebrate resumption of abortion services in Milwaukee and Madison
- Milwaukee County Zoo Seal and Sea Lion show to end after 30-year-run
- 'You don't always have to use guns': Mother of 19-year-old shot dead pleading to put guns down
- Owners of Milwaukee’s SoHi Lofts, deemed unfit for human habitation, speak out
- Bringing NYC to MKE: New York native reflects on 9/11 anniversary, opening of new Milwaukee restaurant
- Brewhouse Inn and Suites and On Tap celebrate decade in business, receive National Historic Registry plaque
- Waukesha residents may have red, stinky water after switch to new water source
- 'There's no speed bumps': Neighbors call for safer streets after 4-year-old injured in hit-and-run
- Murphy the therapy dog, bringing smiles to patients at Children's Wisconsin
- New app helps addicts connect with treatment services
- 11-year-old dies days after being struck on bicycle by hit-and-run driver
- Milwaukee men charged in deadly armored car robbery
- MPS parents want AC in buildings as nearly 50% are without
- Parents finding ways to keep children cool and entertained in extreme hot weather
- 'We need that village foundation': Family of Jamillian Brown says community needs to step up after teen's tragic death
- Racine Habitat for Humanity Women Build event; home build by over 100 women for single mother
- 'You have to value you': Ex-cons determined to veer Milwaukee teens away from life of crime
- 5 kids found malnourished, weighing less than 55lbs, in Racine home; mother charged
- Racine mother of 5 arrested for neglect after children found living in basement
- Breakthrough pill treats postpartum depression -- what that means for Wisconsin mothers
- Wisconsin Conservatory of Music camp giving children opportunities to express themselves
- Device that turns handguns into machine guns on the rise in Milwaukee
- 34-year-old man dead in shooting near 32nd and Hampton
- Seniors experience personal Quinceañera celebration for first time
- Milwaukee chief of police notes uptick in gun negligence injuries, fatalities among young people
- Veteran gifted service dog from Brewers' Brandon Woodruff and local organizations
- New Berlin Starbucks hops on unionization movement, filing petition with National Labor Relations Board
- Family and friends remembering beloved musician Jahmés Tony Finlayson
- Oldest Harley-Davidson dealership in Wisconsin kickstarts anniversary celebrations
- 'This hurts the community': Family of 48-year-old man killed in drive-by shooting speak out
- Oak Creek High School graduate turns heads with duct tape prom dress
- Surveillance video: Woman vandalizes Wisconsin Black Historical Society, causing at least $2K in damage
- 'Doesn't feel real': Sidney Dobner on becoming Bucks' 1st female assistant coach
- Stay-at-home mom creating custom quilts out of T-shirts
- Greenfield man sentenced to 25 years for reckless driving crash that killed 4-year-old
- A child under 14 has been shot every day this week, Milwaukee police numbers show scary trajectory
- DNR urges boat drivers not to drive under the influence ahead of holiday weekend
- Medical professionals urge caution using fireworks over 4th of July weekend
- Parents forgive driver after 7-year-old struck by car and killed in Fond du Lac
- Adult autism diagnosis rates on the rise in SE Wisconsin
- 'Find what your limits are': Milwaukee hosts Six Days in the Dome
- 24-year-old woman's homicide marks 8th domestic violence death in Milwaukee this year
- 3 Oconomowoc gyms targeted in string of vehicle break-ins
- Milwaukee police, community orgs spread word of peace on city's south side after string of violence
- No lifeguards expected on Milwaukee County beaches this summer
- 'Don't give up on your dreams': Tauro Cocina owners living the American dream
- Glendale woman and grandson win more than $20K on 'Wheel of Fortune'
- Lack of sponsorships affecting Milwaukee cultural festivals
- Group of mothers plan drive-thru memorial for Milwaukee gun violence victims
- Beloved Milwaukee artist Cecilio Negron passes away at age 47
- USPS mail truck flips to its side in Waukesha crash, neighbor jumps in to help
- 'Kids are losing their lives': Family members mourn victims of reckless driving crash that killed 5
- Glendale student honored with prestigious US Presidential Scholars award
- Waukesha County bear sightings becoming less unusual
- 'Jeepresent MKE' bonded by love of Jeeps and helping people in need
- UW-Madison student racist rant video goes viral, expert weighs in on what makes hate speech protected or punishable
- Franklin woman dies in I-55 dust storm pileup in Illinois
- Hundreds march in Milwaukee for immigrant rights on May Day
- 'It's going to get worse': Mail carrier thefts on the rise
- Caught on dash cam: Kenosha police rescue 84-year-old man from burning vehicle
- 74-year-old Army vet killed in hit-and-run Sunday morning, police looking for suspect
- 'We want to be about peace and bringing good into their lives': Franciscan Peacemakers make products for women handcrafted with a mission
- Teens dedicate song, create music video for 15-year-old killed trying to break up fight
- Local group of Jeep lovers lends helping hand for south side fire victims
- Milwaukee Jewish Day School dubbed a heart safe school by nationwide initiative
- David Crowley hosts 'Coffee with the County Executive' to talk deep issues in Milwaukee
- 'More kids in our country are dying from guns': ER doctors explain how gunshots damage a child's body
- Courage MKE C2 apartments burglarized; up to $100,000 worth in damages and stolen property
- Eggs prices altering Easter traditions
- FBI recognizes efforts of director of organization that helps victims of sex trafficking
- Supreme Court election: Milwaukee County voter turnout hits new record; state sees nearly 2 million voters
- Man who shot beloved chef 11 times at Loaded Slate sentenced to life in prison
- 'Our kids are killing each other': Mothers of Milwaukee gun violence victims say city isn't doing enough
- 5-year-old shot inside home watching TV; family pleads for community to put the guns down
- Security footage shows 39-year-old man shot in broad daylight after scuffle over bike
- 'Everyone's favorite': Sister of 15-year-old killed in Milwaukee mass shooting speaks out; 15-year-old in custody