Scotia native, powerlifter Erin Michael defends world title in wake of tragedy
Nina Rodriguez
Nina Rodriguez
Reporter · Albany, NY
Nina Rodriguez is a dynamic community reporter with 4 years of experience covering Albany's vibrant neighborhoods. A graduate of Bard College, she has a background in arts and culture reporting and focuses on local events, public art, and community initiatives.
More from Nina →Reporter · Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 2:46 PM · 1 min read
Last Tuesday — the day Michael was set to travel to Houston for the 2026 IDFPA World Championships — Michael's mother, Bonnie Michael, died suddenly from leukemia, complicated by pneumonia.