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Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Managing Editor · St. Paul, MN
Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.
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National Cat Day is the perfect time to celebrate the hilarious quirks of our feline friends while shining a light on shelter pets waiting for their forever homes. Ruby McCullers, the adoption coordinator at Contra Costa Animal Services, joined us on 'The Nine' with two adorable kittens to discuss the importance of local adoptions and fostering.
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