Shomari Stone
Shomari Stone joined FOX 5 DC in May 2023 as an Anchor and Reporter.
Stone is a 7-time Emmy and 2-time Edward R. Murrow award-winning journalist, coming to FOX 5 from CNBC. He was a correspondent for "The News with Shepard Smith," based at the network’s Washington, D.C. bureau. He spent over 10 years as a general assignment reporter at WRC, an NBC owned television station in Washington, D.C.
Prior to WRC, he served as a reporter for KOMO in Seattle, CBS Miami, and WINK in Fort Myers, Florida.
Throughout his on-air career, he has reported on a multitude of high-profile stories across the country including Hurricane Ian, the expansion of Veterans’ health care benefits, the Buffalo mass shooting, the January 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, the bombing at the Boston Marathon, immigration reform, the local impact of Cuban dictator Fidel Castro's relinquished power and the fall of Haitian President Jean Bertrand Aristide, as well as an exclusive interview with Trayvon Martin’s parents while they were in Washington, among others.
He is a graduate of the University of Michigan, where he received six journalism awards. He enjoys spending time with his family, cheering for his son, Shomari Stone II, on the University of Michigan Football team, playing golf, hosting charity events and galas, along with mentoring and volunteering with the youth.
Follow Shomari Stone on Twitter and Instagram at @shomaristone and on Facebook at @ShomariStoneFOX5DC
The latest from Shomari Stone
Two deadly hit-and-runs leave Prince George’s County residents grieving
Tragedy has struck twice along Saint Barnabas Road, where two deadly hit-and-run incidents have occurred in the past month, leaving families devastated and a community calling for justice.
Crisfield Seafood to close after nearly 80 years in Silver Spring
Crisfield Seafood, a beloved community staple in Silver Spring, is closing its doors after nearly 80 years of serving the community.
Victim shot during attempted robbery near Dunbar High describes attack
D.C. police are still searching for three teenagers accused of shooting a man during an attempted robbery near Dunbar High School.
Brutal school assault caught on video: Parents demand justice for Maryland teen
A 14-year-old student at Potomac High School in Oxon Hill, Maryland, was brutally attacked last Thursday, and some of the assault was captured on cell phone video. The girl’s parents, demanding justice, are now calling on police to arrest the teenage suspects involved in the attack.
Gonzaga's Kainoa Winston named Gatorade DC Football Player of the Year
Kainoa Winston, a standout senior at Gonzaga College High School, has been named the 2024-25 Gatorade District of Columbia Football Player of the Year, recognizing his exceptional talent on the field, academic success, and commitment to his community.
DC high school student joins University of Michigan Wolverines on National Signing Day
It’s National Signing Day — the first day that a high school senior can sign a binding letter of intent for college football.
Woman randomly punched by man in DC speaks out: 'It's a lot of fear'
A woman was randomly punched in the back of the head while walking down the street in Northwest, D.C.
'It's just disheartening': Thieves steal thousands of dollars of product from DC cannabis shop
A D.C.cannabis shop owner spoke exclusively to FOX 5 after thieves broke into stealing thousands of dollars in marijuana and merchandise — and it was all caught on camera.
Thirsty thief steals $1K in wine from Virginia store
Police are searching for a suspect caught on surveillance cameras stealing more than $1,000 worth of wine from Dominion Wine and Beer in Falls Church.
Virginia woman speaks out after husband's 2-year battle in Peru hospital
A Fairfax wife is mourning the loss of her husband who died after nearly three years of hospitalization in Peru following a traumatic brain injury.