Jessica Harrington
She came to Fresno from KERO in Bakersfield, where she spent five years reporting and anchoring. During her time in Bakersfield, she covered major mudslides that shut down Interstate 5 and Highway 58 for several days, earthquakes, multiple elections, murder trials and police wrongdoings.
Jessica has her Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication and Journalism from Fresno State and her Master's Degree in Journalism from the University of Southern California.
Born and raised in the Central Valley, she is happy to be back in the place she's called home most of her life.
In her spare time, you'll find Jessica running local 5K, 10K and half-marathon races, hanging out with her rottweiler, Canelo, and enjoying local restaurants.
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Jessica's Stories
Clovis East students spend summer gaining hands-on agriculture experience
Some Clovis East High School students are using their summer break to gain hands-on work experience through the school's agriculture program.
Fresno offers free digital literacy classes to help seniors navigate technology
The program is designed to help older adults build confidence using technology while staying connected to family, friends and important resources.
Madera Unified students teach swim lessons, build water safety skills during free summer program
Hundreds of Madera Unified students are diving into summer with a program designed to build confidence in the water while teaching critical safety skills.
Fresno State launches artificial intelligence minor open to students across disciplines
Beginning this fall, the university will offer a new minor in artificial intelligence that is open to students regardless of their major.
KCUSD summer program challenges students to learn survival skills through hands-on projects
Students are participating in "Ultimate Survival," a Gifted and Talented Education program offered through Kings Canyon Unified School District.
Fresno City College students win top honors in Chinatown design competition
Architecture students put their skills to the test to reimagine a portion of Fresno's Chinatown as part of a local design challenge.
Clovis summer program teaches middle schoolers filmmaking through stop-motion projects
Middle school students are spending part of their summer creating films and exploring future career pathways through a hands-on program at Clovis West High School.
Selma High senior gains hands-on experience through paid fire department internship
While many students take on summer jobs, one Selma High School soon-to-be senior is spending her break preparing for a future in emergency services.
Tulare County group launches scholarship for STEM, business students
The program is still in its early stages, but organizers say they're prepared to launch the scholarships in the spring.
Coalinga High auditorium renovation updates historic space while preserving legacy
Inside the auditorium, workers have been removing more than 1,000 seats that had remained in place for decades.