
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
Mount Rainier Police vote 'no confidence' in city manager
Police officers in one Maryland city are calling for the city manager to step down.
FOX 5 camera catches construction crew coming down high-rise amid severe weather in Bethesda
A construction crew in Bethesda appeared to be stuck on the side of a building as a rapid rush of severe weather moved in. They were able to make it down safely despite the intense rain and wind.
New chief in town: George Nader to replace Malik Aziz at Prince George's County Police Dept.
Prince George's County Police Chief Malik Aziz is on his way out after serving the department since 2021.
Woman dies after being drug under semi-truck, then hit by another vehicle in DC: police
D.C. police are investing after a woman was hit and killed by a truck in Northeast Monday night.
Jay Jones wins Virginia Democratic primary for Attorney General
Jay Jones has been declared the winner of Virginia's Democratic primary for attorney general.
New Prince George's County State's Attorney appointed: Who is Tara H. Jackson?
A new State's Attorney has been named for Prince George's County.
Prince George's County parents react to naming of district's new superintendent
As Prince George's County gets ready to say goodbye to their superintendent Millard House II, the newly appointed superintendent, Dr. Shawn Joseph, is getting a warm welcome from county leaders.
Virginia Primary: Who's on the ballot, how to vote
Virginia voters will head to the polls on June 17 to cast their ballots in the state’s primary election, a key milestone in a race that’s already making history.
More than 30 people hospitalized following DC military parade
D.C. officials say 31 people were taken to the hospital throughout the events of the Army 250th military parade.
Approximately 60 people arrested following demonstrations on Capitol Hill, USCP says
U.S. Capitol Police arrested at least 60 demonstrators near Capitol Hill Friday night.