Amelia Jones
I always say my passion for journalism found me. I did not grow up dreaming of becoming News Reporter, but I always knew I wanted to do something to help people.
My passion first found me when I attended Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. On my first day, I sat in the Journalism 101 class and listened intently as my professor described how journalists have the power to make a difference in people’s lives. That was all I needed to hear. I declared a journalism major the second week of classes, auditioned for Marquette Television shortly thereafter, and I never looked back.
After graduation, I started my career as a journalist in Madison, Wisconsin,as the Morning Reporter for NBC15. During my time there, I covered historic flooding across the central part of the state, contentious elections, and protests at the State Capitol after George Floyd was killed in Minneapolis. While in Madison, I received a Wisconsin Broadcasters Association award for ‘Best Live On-Scene Reporting’.
The skills I developed in Madison prepared me for my next career step. I joined FOX6 in Milwaukee as the WakeUp Reporter and a fill-in Anchor. I was so excited to come back to Milwaukee because I had interned for the station in college. During my time there, I covered stories that gained national attention including Kyle Rittenhouse’s trial in Kenosha, Wisconsin and the Milwaukee Bucks NBA World Championship. One of the stories I am most proud - is my ride along with Milwaukee Police for a special report on the city’s increase in crime. While at FOX6, I received my second Wisconsin Broadcasters Association award for ‘Best Live On-Scene Reporting.’
I greatly enjoyed my time in Wisconsin, but there was one thing missing -- my family. While I grew up in Overland Park, Kansas, my roots are southern. Growing up, family vacations were traveling down I-35 to visit family in Oklahoma and Texas. I learned quickly that Saturdays in the fall were for Sooner football, and Sundays were for cheering on the Cowboys. And, with my Grandpa being a former TCU football player, I cheer on the Horned Frogs too!
When the opportunity came to join the FOX4 News team, I could not have been more excited to finally get back to my roots and give back to a community that has given my family so much.
I love checking out new restaurants and I cannot wait to spend more time outdoors running and riding my bike! Send me a story idea or restaurant recommendation, amelia.jones@fox.com.
The latest from Amelia Jones
Richardson police chase ends in Dallas after murder suspect shoots himself: police
A woman in the passenger seat, a 5-year-old child and two teenagers were also in the SUV during the chase. Police say the woman was shot by the driver twice. The kids were unharmed.
Murdered Cleburne 18-year-old remembered at candlelight vigil Sunday
A candlelight vigil was held for 18-year-old Kaylee Merchant who was shot and killed last weekend in Cleburne.
Dallas Black Clergy calls scathing juvenile report 'shocking but not surprising'
The Dallas Black Clergy called the Office of Inspector General’s report shocking but not surprising. The group is now calling for an independent review, more accountability and community input in the search for the new executive director.
Stolen daycare bus leads Fort Worth police on chase through several neighborhoods
A stolen daycare bus led Fort Worth police on a chase Monday afternoon. Several FOX 4 viewers captured the chase as it went through their neighborhoods.
Dallas shooting: 16-year-old charged with murder of Kimball HS football player
17-year-old David Washington was shot and killed at a gas station on Polk Street in South Dallas on Friday night.
Dallas police officer Darron Burks remembered at funeral service
Family and friends of Dallas police officer Darron Burks, who was shot and killed while sitting in his police cruiser, are getting an opportunity to say their final goodbyes.
10-month-old ejected in Everman rollover crash wasn't properly restrained, police say
Police now believe speed was a contributing factor. The force of the crash ejected the baby, the baby’s mother and another adult from the car. Police say no one in the truck was restrained.
Man accused of shooting girl, 2, in Dallas road rage attack released on bond
Police say Jason Cain fired toward a family delivering DoorDash in their car, striking their young daughter, The girl is now out of the hospital, but the family says they feel less safe knowing the suspect isn't behind bars anymore.
Dallas man shoots 2-year-old girl during road rage incident, police say
In an apparent road rage shooting, police say a 50-year-old man shot a toddler while her parents were on a DoorDash delivery. They say he even returned to the scene and gave cops a fake story. Here's what he said.
Arlington suspected drunken driver kills woman on motorcycle
The driver of a Dodge Charger ran a red light and struck 43-year-old Julie Maldonado’s bike, police said.