Lindsay Watts
Sometimes life comes full circle! I did a college internship at FOX 5, and it was when I realized I wanted to pursue a career in journalism.
I went from that internship to graduate school in Los Angeles, to Yakima, Washington, to Colorado Springs, to Denver, and now, I’m back in DC, working with some of the same people from my intern days!
I returned to FOX 5 as a freelance reporter in April 2016 and was thrilled to transition to a staff position in early 2017.
FOX 5 has a fabulous team, both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. I look forward to coming to work!
I grew up in south Jersey, and my family is still there. I went to college at The George Washington University and earned a master's degree in broadcast journalism at the University of Southern California.
The stories I've focused on in my career are the ones that help people, bring positive change, or expose wrongdoing. I was the Trouble Shooter reporter at my station in Yakima and part of the investigative team at my station in Colorado Springs.
I was honored with an Associated Press award for investigative reporting.
I would say my main hobbies in life are running and eating. They complement each other nicely! I’ve completed two marathons and a triathlon.
From my six years in Colorado, I became a big fan of snowboarding, yoga, hiking and craft beer. I would love to hear your news tips and story ideas and hope we can connect on social media!
The latest from Lindsay Watts
Montgomery County police identify officer who died after being shot in downtown Silver Spring
Montgomery County Police have identified an officer who died after a shooting in downtown Silver Spring on Monday.
Special education battle continues in Prince George’s County
It's something many parents struggle with: making sure their special needs student is getting a proper education. A Prince George's County mother felt her daughter's school was failing her, she complained to the state and the Maryland State Department of Education found violations in the classroom.
MS-13, 18th Street Gang members involved in fight inside high school in Hyattsville: Police
There will be extra security at a Prince George’s County high school Thursday after a fight between rival gang members inside the school.
Convict championed by Kim Kardashian released from prison
A D.C. man sentenced to life for murder at 16-years-old walked free Monday afternoon after serving over 22 years.
Saint Elizabeths confirms legionella bacteria found in water sample; says no one has been sickened
A potentially deadly bacteria is discovered in the water at a D.C. hospital, leaving staff and patients without drinking water for more than week.
Montgomery County considers allowing 5G towers to be closer to homes
As 5G technology is being rolled out in cities across the country, Montgomery County is considering changing its rules so 5G towers can be closer to homes.
Community shaken after deadly police-involved shooting in Hyattsville
After police shot a man in Hyattsville Thursday, it was a tense and emotional meeting Tuesday as the police chief took questions from dozens of citizens.
Dupont Circle home known as 'DC's celebrity mansion' site of police drug raid
A notorious Dupont Circle home known as “D.C.’s celebrity mansion” was the site of a police drug raid.
Kim Kardashian lobbying for freedom of DC man sentenced to life in prison for murder he committed at 16
In one week, a D.C. man sentenced to life in prison for murder will learn whether he will walk free with time served and probation.
DC employee accused of selling drugs while at work
The FBI busted a D.C. employee now accused of selling heroin and fentanyl outside his workplace.