Jillian Smith
Jillian Smith joined FOX 5 in June 2023 as a digital content producer. She is excited to be sharing the most important stories of the day across FOX 5’s digital platforms and social media.
After working for the syndicated television show The National Desk in Washington, D.C., Jillian returned to her roots in local news. Before making the move to the nation’s capital, she was the evening digital content producer for the FOX affiliate in Charlotte, North Carolina for four years.
Her love of journalism started in high school when she began writing and interning with several print and online publications. Jillian went on to serve as editor-in-chief of the historically African-American newspaper The Nubian Message at North Carolina State University, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in communication media (Go Pack!). She also received a Master’s degree in digital communication from Johns Hopkins University.
In her free time, Jillian enjoys cooking and baking, curling up with a good book and cuddling with her two dogs, Bella and Bailey. She’s happy to call the DMV home and loves exploring the best restaurants across the area.
Have a story idea or question about online content? Email her at jillian.smith@fox.com or connect with her on Twitter.
The latest from Jillian Smith
Increased police presence at Israeli Embassy in DC following attack on Iran
There's an increased police presence outside of the Israeli embassy in D.C. following Israel's attack on Iran.
Young black bear safely removed after 'hanging out' in Herndon neighborhood
A young black bear was on the loose in Herndon Monday afternoon. It was an all-hands-on-deck approach to get this black bear out of the tree he took refuge in, and he was eventually captured.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia criminal charges: DOJ claims he ran 'alien smuggling' scheme
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a man who had been living in the U.S. for over a decade before being deported to El Salvador by the Trump administration in what was called an "administrative error," has been brought back to the U.S. to face federal charges.
Severe weather threat, flash flood concerns across DMV
Severe weather is picking up in the D.C. region.
Annual Salvadoran festival cancelled due to ICE concerns
The largest Salvadoran event in the D.C. region has been canceled. The summer festival was set to be held in Montgomery County but organizers say they’re shutting it down due to concerns about possible raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
10-year-old injured by moped driver in Northwest DC hit-and-run, family says
A 10-year-old child was injured in a reported hit-and-run in Northwest D.C. on Monday, his family told FOX 5.
Man accused in several swatting incidents across US pleads guilty
A man accused of leading a years-long conspiracy that targeted dozens of government officials pleaded guilty this week.
Man arrested after stabbing student in Bowie High School parking lot, police say
A man is in custody after police say he stabbed a student at Bowie High School Wednesday afternoon. Investigators say it was the result of an ongoing dispute between the two.
Woman shot after driving up to CIA headquarters charged with DUI, court documents show
A woman who was shot by security outside of CIA headquarters last week has been charged with driving under the influence.