Professional Experience
2023-Present: Anchor/Traffic Anchor, WINK News
2021-2023: Reporter/Anchor, WINK News
2020-2021: Reporter, WINK News
2017-2020: Reporter/Anchor, KPVI News in Pocatello, ID
News Philosophy
I work every day to report the news accurately, compassionately, and with urgency. More specifically, as your morning Traffic Anchor, I want to make sure all Southwest Floridians are informed and prepared every morning as they head out the door and onto our roadways.
Education
I received my Bachelor of Communication in Broadcast Journalism at the University of Miami. I graduated in 2017. Go Canes!
Birthplace
I was born and grew up 30 minutes outside of Washington, D.C., in Gaithersburg, MD.
Hobbies, Interests & Community Involvement
I've played volleyball my entire life, and Southwest Florida is a perfect place to continue pursuing that passion! I've loved being a part of several local beach volleyball teams in Fort Myers. I also, of course, love hanging out by the beach and pool, enjoying Southwest Florida's beautiful ecosystem and wildlife at the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, and more!
Family & Pets
My family still lives in the Washington D.C. area, but I have my two adorable 5-year-old cats, Jack and Ollie, to keep me company!
Favorite thing about Southwest Florida
You can't beat the weather and the people! We live in such a beautiful and welcoming community, and I'm so glad to call Southwest Florida home.

Collier County rancher wants Florida panther removed after it kills several calves

A Florida panther preying on livestock is set to be captured and placed in captivity. One ranch is upset because this big cat is killing their calves and livelihood. Several people on social media are angry at the thought of trapping a Florida panther for behaving like a Florida panther. The ranchers say there’s no […]

Baseball bats stolen from Immokalee High baseball team before season opener

A baseball team is heartbroken after their bats were stolen from an equipment shed in Immokalee. The team at Immokalee High School is supposed to play their first game of the season Tuesday night. The team noticed the bats were missing on Monday morning, their final practice before their season opener on Tuesday against Lehigh. […]

Oban Birmingham

Connecticut boy gets wish granted to be a wildlife photographer for a day

A child fighting cancer got to live his dream for a day. 8-year-old Oban Birmingham made it all the way to Collier County from Connecticut. And, he was able to go behind the scenes as a wildlife photographer in the Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary. Between alligators, hogs, and birds, Oban saw it all on Monday. […]

A series of roadside fires near Golden Gate Estates being investigated for arson

Several suspicious fires are under investigation. Fire investigators say flames popped up on both sides of the road in Golden Gate Estates along 4th Avenue Southeast to 14th Avenue Southeast. It was a frightening sight for drivers on Saturday as they traveled down Everglades Boulevard South. Jeremy Wagner was driving in the area when he […]

sidewalk maintenance

Marco Island discussing responsibility for sidewalk maintenance

When a sidewalk project wraps or chunks of concrete come out, who is going to pay for it? And if someone gets hurt on a sidewalk, who is footing these medical bills? On Marco Island, if that sidewalk is in front of your house, you’re responsible. Now some on the island want to change that. […]

Frada and Frank Weinberg

A couple married for six decades shows us their secret to success

A Southwest Florida couple has become the picture of a perfect marriage. They said “I do” 62 years ago and are still going strong this Valentine’s Day. These two even grew up together. Frank and Frada Weinberg aren’t much for sappiness. In fact, Frada wasn’t even sure about this interview. “This is so silly!” said […]

Marco Island residents suing city, police chief over surveillance on the bridges

Marco Island is facing a lawsuit over privacy issues after residents learned the city is tracking drivers that cross the bridges. The city says the cameras on the bridges are to keep people safe. The cameras are mounted on poles at each bridge on Marco Island. The software takes pictures of each vehicle and its […]

sugden park concert

Collier County Commissioners looking into complaints about outdoor concerts

Collier County commissioners say they’ve been receiving complaints about outdoor concerts in the area and are being pushed to crack down on these events. Leaders in Collier County say they’re aiming to change the approval process. On Tuesday, Commissioners met to talk about the process. Collier County Commissioner Penny Taylor brought forth the idea of limiting […]

Man arrested as suspect in attempted Naples hotel room burglary

A man has been arrested on suspicion of trying to burglarize guest rooms at a Naples hotel on Tuesday. The Naples Police Department arrested 37-year-old Christopher Cabrera at around 3:15 p.m. after reports of a man trying to break into guestrooms at the Naples Hyatt House through the balcony, according to an arrest report. The […]