Jacqueline Matter
Jacqueline Matter joined FOX 5 DC in July 2021 and is a morning anchor on FOX5 Mornings and Good Day DC. Before moving to mornings in March 2024, she was the weekend anchor for FOX5 and reported for the weekday evening shows. She also is the host of FOX5’s true crime DMV series on FOX Local. She is thrilled to be a part of such a dynamic team of journalists and to be living in the nation’s capital!
Before coming to FOX5, Jacqueline was the weekday evening anchor of ABC7 News in Tampa, FL. She spent five years at her previous station taking on many roles including serving as a morning anchor and the host of a political and investigative talk show. Prior to working in Tampa, she was the anchor of the morning newscasts at WNCT in eastern North Carolina and served as the bureau chief reporter in Jacksonville, NC.
Jacqueline has covered several major events including the Baltimore Key Bridge collapse, nearly a dozen hurricanes, the Parkland shooting, the Surfside building collapse and the 2020 election. Her coverage of veterans’ issues has also led to change at the federal level regarding toxic water exposure and helped a Korean War veteran receive a Silver Star for his heroic actions in combat more than 70 years ago.
Jacqueline graduated with a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She also was a member of UNC’s all-girl cheerleading team and a sister of Phi Mu. While in school, Jacqueline also interned at all four local news stations in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Jacqueline was Miss North Carolina International 2016, where she actively advocated for PTSD awareness on behalf of active duty military, veterans and their families. She placed in the Top 10 at Miss International and spent her year of service speaking at events nationally with non-profit organizations NAMI and Hope for the Warriors.
She comes from five generations of military men and her father is currently serving in the Army. She spent most of her life moving around the country, which has made it easy for her to adapt and grow in new environments and she is never afraid to meet new people! She says while the term "Army Brat" can sometimes have a negative connotation, she is thankful for her experience as the daughter of a service member which has given her many opportunities in life and provided her a different perspective to global issues.
When not at work you might find Jacqueline exploring DC, volunteering, dining at local restaurants and craft breweries, cooking, at the gym working out or with her dogs Marleigh & Hops!
With so much to do and see in the DMV, Jacqueline is always open to recommendations! If you have any story ideas or just want to say hi, she wants to hear from you. You can send her an email at Jacqueline.matter@fox.com or connect with her on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
The latest from Jacqueline Matter
Is this DC's most haunted house? A look inside the Octagon
In the early 1800s, the Octagon House served as the White House for President James Madison, but today, it has plenty of ghostly activity to share.
Is Harpers Ferry haunted? A closer look at the town's eery past
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia is a town rich with American history. But it's also said to be the home of some who have passed on and still choose to lurk around.
New documentary examines the horrors behind the troubled teen industry
A new documentary from FOX 5 DC takes a look at the troubled teen industry, which has been gaining attention for decades due to allegations of corruption, child abuse and even death.
FOX 5’s Jacqueline Matter reflects on 9/11 and its impact on her career
As the nation marked 23 years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, FOX 5’s Jacqueline Matter shared her poignant memories of the day, detailing how the tragic events shaped her life and career.
Pay It Forward: We Are Artistic supports artists in the community
We Are Artistic is an art community and organization for artists, artistic people, and people who appreciate art!
Nonprofit to host gala in DC this weekend to raise money for families of wounded military
FOX is partnering with nonprofit Luke's Wings for the 10th Heroes Gala to raise money for emergency travel for military and police families.
Derwood church teacher who assaulted young girls was deported twice, charged with multiple sex crimes: ICE
A church teacher accused of sexually abusing multiple young girls in his congregation in Montgomery County was twice deported from the U.S. and was in the country illegally at the time of the assaults, according to Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Relisha Rudd's stepfather holds onto hope a decade later
"Relisha Rudd is D.C.’s baby," said Derrica Wilson, co-founder of the Black and Missing Foundation.
New true crime documentary 'In Plain Sight' unravels unsolved murder in Montgomery County parking garage
Over a year ago, a man was murdered in a Montgomery County parking garage after a family outing to a restaurant in Downtown Silver Spring.
$60K in cash discovered in rusty coffee can at Maryland auction
A Maryland businesswoman made a startling discovery after going through a recent lot of items brought to her auction house.