Julie Donaldson
Julie Donaldson is a freelance anchor and reporter. She joined FOX5 DC in December 2024. She made the switch to news after making history as the first female regular on-air member of an NFL radio broadcast booth, serving four seasons with the Washington Commanders’ gameday radio team. As Senior Vice President of Media and Content for three seasons, she led the franchise’s broadcast and editorial operations, assembling and managing a talented team while shaping the organization’s creative vision.
Before joining the Commanders, Julie spent a decade at NBC Sports Washington, covering major teams and events in the D.C. and Baltimore region. She hosted Emmy-winning NFL pregame and postgame shows and contributed to national and international coverage, including four Olympic Games (2012–2018).
Julie is a board member for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, reflecting her commitment to community and advocacy. A University of Florida alumna, she is an avid outdoor enthusiast who enjoys working out, boxing, biking, and reading a good book. She has a 16-year-old Maltese, Lucy. Her career began in Miami with FOX Sports and the Miami Heat, followed by roles in New York City, Boston, and Washington, D.C., solidifying her legacy as a trailblazer in sports media. She was Miss Florida USA 2001.
The latest from Julie Donaldson
Fairfax County schools consider selling naming rights to fix $400M repair crisis
Fairfax County school leaders are exploring a bold, business-style strategy to tackle a growing infrastructure problem: selling naming rights to school facilities.
Frederick County data center fight heads toward referendum
A grassroots campaign to challenge Frederick County’s new data center zoning plan is gaining traction, with more than 22,000 signatures submitted to put the issue on the November ballot.
Germantown couple displaced after speeding car crashes into home
A couple has been displaced after a speeding car crashed into their Germantown home Friday night.
Student released from hospital after being stabbed at Great Mills High School
A high school student was released from the hospital a day after being stabbed at a high school in St. Mary’s County.
VA Democrats vote to approve proposed redistricting map
Virginia Democrats approved a proposed congressional map Tuesday that could significantly reshape the state’s political landscape ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Virginia Democrats release proposed new congressional district map
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed a bill on Friday, sending four constitutional amendments to voters — one of which concerns congressional map redistricting.
New Virginia law could threaten small wineries in the state
By the end of the year, some of Virginia’s smallest wineries may be shutting down as a law passed in 2023 comes into full effect at the end of the year.
Jury selection begins Monday in Brendan Banfield murder trial
A high-profile trial is set to begin Monday in Fairfax County as Brendan Banfield faces double murder charges.
Parents, community members continue to voice concerns about MCPS redistricting
Parents and community leaders voiced strong opposition Thursday during a Montgomery County Public Schools Board of Education working meeting over a controversial redistricting proposal known as "Option H."
Loudoun County schools to limit public comment at school board meetings
A federal appeals court has ruled that Loudoun County Public Schools can limit what parents say during school board meetings, specifically when it comes to calling out or criticizing individual students by name or talking about them in a way they can be identified.