Jessica Harrington
She came to Fresno from KERO in Bakersfield, where she spent five years reporting and anchoring. During her time in Bakersfield, she covered major mudslides that shut down Interstate 5 and Highway 58 for several days, earthquakes, multiple elections, murder trials and police wrongdoings.
Jessica has her Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication and Journalism from Fresno State and her Master's Degree in Journalism from the University of Southern California.
Born and raised in the Central Valley, she is happy to be back in the place she's called home most of her life.
In her spare time, you'll find Jessica running local 5K, 10K and half-marathon races, hanging out with her rottweiler, Canelo, and enjoying local restaurants.
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Jessica's Stories
3 Central Unified schools ranked in the top 40% of K-12 schools in the state, report says
Central Unified is earning top honors for its confident classrooms. Students share the teaching methods inspiring their success.
Madera Unified rolls out Yondr pouches to lock cell phones away at middle schools
Madera Unified School District's phone-free policy officially went into effect at all middle schools.
Fresno City College welcomes students back as they open 'New Science' building
On the east side of campus near Weldon and Blackstone Avenue, a brand new addition officially opened its doors.
Fresno Unified hosts first Ninja Camp for students
Fresno Unified introduced a new winter camp for curious and adventurous students with lots of energy.
Fresno Unified allows student creativity to shine with 3D Printing Winter Camp
Fresno Unified students are turning their 2D ideas into 3D keepsakes.
Madera students tackle fears, test their skills on Ninja Warrior Course at Winter Crew camp
During this winter crew camp, Madera Unified students are jumping, running and holding on tight.
Selma Unified sees growth in math and ELA scores, major improvement in middle school math
The Selma Unified School District is celebrating gains in academic performance.
Fancher Creek Elementary named 'National Showcase School' by AVID Center
There's a method and strategy to teaching and learning at Fancher Creek Elementary School.
Selma Unified winter camp adds 'Making a Banda' to give students more learning opportunities
This week, winter camp got underway for Selma Unified middle school and high school students.
'Big Raven, Little Raven' program at Clovis campus helps support student's social-emotional needs
Something as simple as a giant game of checkers is making an impact at Bud Rank Elementary School in Clovis.