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
Free FUSD summer camp teaches students gymnastics skill, self-confidence and life lessons
A free Fresno Unified summer camp is building confidence in young gymnasts.
Madera Unified hosts 'You be the Crime Scene Investigator' summer camp for students
A week-long summer camp in Madera Unified is getting students up close and personal with professionals in law enforcement and public safety.
Students whip up their own meals at FUSD Junior Chef Academy Summer Camp
Something special is cooking up at Chukchansi Park this summer. Fresno Unified students are taking over the kitchen to sharpen their cooking skills.
Fresno Unified allocates more than $100 million to 'Every Child is a Reader' initiative
Over the course of five years, between 2023 and 2028, the district has allocated $109.5 million for the literacy initiative 'Every Child is a Reader.'
How FUSD high school regions got to weigh in, make decisions on 'Every Child is a Reader' plan
As Fresno Unified moves forward with its 'Every Child is a Reader' initiative, district administrators say they took an intentional approach to ensure high school regions bought into the program.
UC Merced launches Transitional Kindergarten Residency Program
Future teachers have the chance to earn their credentials in a brand-new TK residency program spearheaded by UC Merced.
Clovis Unified School District utilizes summertime to do 'heavy lifting' on facility maintenance
As students soak up the summer, staff is hard at work in the Clovis Unified School District.
Program at Thomas Elem. disguises learning and teaches students social-emotional skills, teamwork
A newly offered summer program at Thomas Elementary School is showcasing the power of teamwork and communication.
CUSD students earn college credit through Clovis Community College's 'Summer at S.E.A.' course
Clovis Unified soon-to-be juniors and seniors are spending their summer at S.E.A. -- the STEM Exploration Academy.
Thousands of Central Valley kids eligible for free money for higher education through CalKIDS
There are hundreds of thousands of kids across California who qualify for free money for college and haven't claimed it.