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
'Cinderella Project' aims to give HJUSD young ladies once-in-a-lifetime experience
Young ladies in the Hanford Joint Union High School District will have their own fairy godmother on Saturday.
Selma Unified students make meaningful connections through new mentorship program
A new program in the Selma Unified School District is highlighting the importance of mentorship.
VUSD Global Learning Charter closing in the Spring, Sierra View Elementary opening in its place
This Fall, changes are coming as Global Learning Charter closes its doors for good. Opening in its place will be a new neighborhood school.
Hanford West students given opportunity to explore hands-on careers through welding pathway
Superintendent Victor Rosa says Career Technical Programs like these give students who don't play sports or aren't part of a club a reason to show up to school.
'Design Build Competition' expands to more CTE pathways, pairs students with industry partners
Hundreds of students are racing against the clock - and each other - to build the best shed. The second annual "Design Build Competition" is underway.
Students growing crops in the classroom at Farber Educational Center
A state grant is allowing students to grow crops in the classroom. Farber Educational Center is utilizing "flex farms."
Sierra Pacific High program makes 'deposits' into students' future careers
A Career Technical Education program in the South Valley is making "deposits" into students' future careers.
Fresno State and Valley Children's Hospital partner for ASN to BSN Pathway Program
A new partnership between Fresno State and Valley Children's Hospital is enhancing professional development for nurses.
Children First: Bright Start Parent-Infant Program in Tulare County
The Bright Start parent-infant program is under the direction of the Tulare County Office of Education. Nine-hundred families are served.
Oakhurst student creates 'MY Closet Box', a free subscription clothing box for students
A love of fashion sparked an idea for one Valley student to give back. She's created a program that provides students access to a free clothing subscription box.