Position: Reporter
Covers: Summit and Stark counties
Email: bjones@wews.com
Birthplace: Euclid, Ohio
Education: Euclid High School, Bowling Green State University
Previous Work Experience: Worked at WTOL-TV in Toledo from 1993 to 2006
Joined News 5: October 2006
Most Memorable Stories: Followed a runaway train without a conductor on board for 80 miles. The story became the basis for the movie "Unstoppable." Covered the funeral of a Marine who disappeared in Vietnam in 1966, but his remains were not recovered until 2009. The funeral in Rittman was one of the most moving moments of my life.
Awards/Honors: Named "Best Enterprising Reporter" by the Ohio Associated Press.
News Philosophy: Treat others with dignity and respect. Writing is easy when you let the people tell their stories.
Role Model(s): My parents.
Favorite Sports Team(s): Die-hard Guardians, Browns, Cavs and Buckeyes fan. Went to the Bucks National Championship game against Miami in 2003— one of the best nights of my life.
Favorite Music: Dave Matthews Band, Jack Johnson and Rusted Root.
Favorite Movie: Scent of a Woman.
Favorite Program: Modern Family.
Favorite Book: Tuesdays with Morrie.
Favorite Foods: Almost anything Italian.
Family: Wife and two children.
My passion: Family first and story-telling.
Hobbies & Interests: Running. I belong to a roadrunner’s club and I run several races a year. Also, enjoy volleyball and golf.
Hidden Talent(s): I don’t know. I can’t find them because the talents are hidden so well.
Something most people don't know about me: I’m not nearly as serious as people expect when they recognize me as a news reporter. I qualified for the Boston Marathon this year.
What I like best about Northeast Ohio: The passion for Cleveland sports teams. After what we’ve been though since 1964, I have no doubt which city has the most loyal fan base.
You're most likely to see me around town at: All around the Akron area covering news or running along Northeast Ohio streets, trails or parks.
On the weekends I love to: Spend quality time with my wife and our two children.
Additional Info: I’m always looking for unique and untold stories in the Akron/Canton area. Send me an e-mail with any ideas you have.
