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Maureen Umeh
I remember watching the news as a kid growing up in Chicago and seeing one of my favorite reporters taking on city hall and fighting for the little guy. He was something like a superhero, and I wanted to be just like him.
I'm proud to say that I've achieved the goal of becoming a reporter, and even more proud to know that some of my stories have helped make a difference.
Hello, everyone! My name is Maureen Umeh and I'm an anchor and reporter for FOX 5 Morning. It's a new shift for me after being here at FOX 5 since 2002 and anchoring and reporting on mostly the evening and weekend newscasts.
The early hours are taking some adjustment, but boy am I having fun. I mean, on what other show can you go from covering something serious at the White House to dancing with a celebrity, and laughing till you cry with a famous comedian? It's a whirlwind, and I'm so glad to hear from so many of you who tell me how much you enjoy our shows.
My career in TV started many moons ago in Champaign, Illinois. I was lucky to land a full-time reporting job at WCIA-TV right after I graduated from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana.
I worked so hard to get that job. I had a radio talk show and also DJ’d. I wrote for the university newspaper, and then I worked at the TV station. I did anything I thought would give me the experience needed to be a better journalist. It wasn't always fun, but it proves that hard work does pay off.
My next stop was Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina where I served as one of the main anchors for the late evening newscasts at WSPA-TV. I had such an amazing experience there and treasure the memories.
I've been honored with several awards for my work. They include an Emmy for Best Investigative Series and Best Newscast. I've also been honored by many other organizations, including the South Carolina Television and Arts Association; the Illinois Broadcaster's Association and the NAACP.
I served as the Chairwoman for the Upstate Leadership Council of the American Cancer Society and also worked with nonprofit organizations including Big Brothers, Big Sisters and Mathew House, an agency for disadvantaged youth. With that said, my biggest accomplishment is my daughter.
She is a dream come true, and I am so grateful to be her Mom. In my free time, I love to travel. What Nigerian doesn't? Yes, I am full Nigerian. Born there, partially bred there. Ask me how I got rid of my accent or learned to pronounce the word, "fork." Now, how's that for a tease? Thank you for watching and allowing me the honor of bringing you the news.
The latest from Maureen Umeh
3 dead after fiery crash in Fairfax County; vehicle speeding over 100 mph, chief says
Authorities say three people died when a vehicle crashed early Tuesday morning in Fairfax County, and police believe the car involved was being driven over 100 mph.
Vehicle crashes into office building near DC’s Dupont Circle; police search for driver
D.C. police are searching for the driver of a vehicle that plowed into a multi-story office building just north of the Dupont Circle neighborhood.
July 4th Traffic: Best and worst times to drive
More than 1.8 million Washington, D.C. area residents will travel over the week surrounding the Fourth of July holiday, says AAA Mid-Atlantic, and most of them will hit the road to get to their destinations.
Montgomery Virtual Academy on the chopping block; supporters stage protests
A showdown at the Montgomery County Board of Education as protesters staged a sit-in in support of the Montgomery Virtual Academy.
1 killed, multiple injured in Capital Beltway crash in Montgomery County
One person was killed, and several others were hurt after an early morning rollover crash that involved multi-vehicle on the Capital Beltway in Montgomery County.
Police body camera video shows officer shoot man after being stabbed in DC
Newly released body-worn camera video shows an officer shooting a man after being stabbed during a welfare check in the District.
Police continue search for suspect in deadly shooting at Fairfax County gas station
Authorities say a man is dead after a morning shooting in Fairfax County.
1 killed in District Heights shooting
Authorities are continuing their search for a gunman after a man was killed, and two other people were hurt following a shooting in Prince George’s County.
DC shooting leaves 1 dead, 2 wounded in the southeast
A man was killed, and two people were wounded in an early Wednesday morning shooting in Washington, D.C., police said.