Regina Yurrita
Regina Yurrita was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. She recently moved from San Diego to DC. In San Diego she focused on covering stories affecting the southern border, including the end of title 42. She eventually became the early morning news reporter where she covered breaking news and crime.
Regina started her career in Palm Springs during the pandemic, where she focused on stories about farm laborers.
Regina is the type to easily talk about current events and politics, even at the dinner table. In her off time, she likes to go to yoga, is into reading and baking sourdough. She’s happy that her starter made it with her from SD to DC.
Most importantly, Regina is excited to be a part of the FOX 5 DC team. She is looking forward to getting to know her colleagues and the wonderful community of the DMV area.
The latest from Regina Yurrita
UFC Freedom 250: heightened security, traffic at The White House
Washington, D.C. is under heightened security Sunday evening as thousands of fans, fighters and VIP guests converge on the White House grounds for the historic UFC Freedom 250.
Republicans extend Congressional Baseball Game winning streak with 11-2 rout
Republicans kept their winning streak alive for the sixth year in a row Wednesday night, defeating Democrats 11-2 in the annual Congressional Baseball Game for Charity at Nationals Park.
Proposed data centers spark debate over major development in Prince William County
A wave of proposed data center projects could bring major development to Prince William County, but also growing concern from nearby residents worried about noise, traffic and quality of life.
Alexandria takes up plan to boost businesses, update Duke Street corridor
On Tuesday, the City of Alexandria considered an update to one of its oldest and most diverse corridors: Duke Street.
Herndon moves to block downtown casino plan amid legal fight
A proposed downtown casino in Herndon has been effectively halted after the Planning Commission advanced a resolution to block future casino development, setting up a possible legal fight with the developer.
Family warnings, weapons details emerge in White House dinner shooting
New details are emerging about the suspected gunman who sparked panic during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, as investigators work to understand what led up to the incident.
Prince William County leaders to vote on school funding plan that could leave $31M gap
The budget fight is heating up in Prince William County, where school leaders and county officials are at odds ahead of a final vote on Tuesday night.
Virginia redistricting referendum: Voters to decide future of congressional maps
Virginia voters will decide on Tuesday whether to approve a ballot measure to temporarily redraw the state’s congressional districts.
MPD officer accused of dragging cyclists in Navy Yard
A video recorded by a local resident is raising concerns about how police are enforcing juvenile curfew rules in parts of the District.
Undercover child predator sting in Fairfax County leads to 10 arrests
Fairfax County police have arrested 10 men in a child predator sting.