Andrew Pantazi

Investigative Journalist

I'm a data-driven journalist with a passion for uncovering the truth. I've spent the last decade exposing corruption, injustice, and systemic issues, holding those in power accountable. My work has led to resignations, investigations, and real change in my community.

For eight years, I reported for my hometown newspaper before founding Jacksonville’s first investigative nonprofit news site, The Tributary. I worked there as the CEO and editor from December 2020 through December 2024, and now I’m looking to continue my work as an investigative reporter.

I specialize in using data to tell stories about why things go wrong.

I've exposed corrupt officials. I've revealed systemic injustices. And I've sparked change.  

I've uncovered how a public defender mismanaged funds, paying political allies with state salaries while his attorneys made the lowest salaries in the state.  

I've revealed jail policies that led to inmate abuse.  

I've documented racial disparities in drug prosecutions.  

I've used data and interactive maps to expose racial gerrymandering and neighborhood segregation.

Personal

I'm a father of two, a former union organizer, and a passionate advocate for government transparency and accountability. I’m learning how to pick the banjo.

Contact

email: andrew.pantazi [at] gmail [dot] com

Twitter: @APantazi