Russell Jones
Reporter/Anchor
Birmingham, Ala.
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Russell Jones is thrilled to be back in his hometown of Birmingham. Russell graduated from Hoover High School and earned his broadcasting degree from the University of Alabama.
Russell is a reporter weekdays on Good Day Alabama and anchors weekend mornings.
Prior to joining the WBRC FOX6 News team, Russell was a former morning reporter/fill-in anchor for KOCO 5 News in Oklahoma City. During the wee morning hours, Oklahomans watched Russell on-site at breaking news across the metro area. Later in the morning, Russell delighted audiences with his friendly, lighthearted in-studio and on-location interviews.
Russell was a former reporter in Panama City, Florida for WMBB. During his time in Florida, Russell was also a fill-in weekend anchor and producer and enjoyed telling stories and building relationships with his viewers.
Russell is a fan of all sports, but he's a huge college football fan. You might be surprised to find out whom he roots for. Just ask him! Russell met his wife while performing Shakespeare in Homewood Park. They have a 10-year-old son who was also born in Birmingham and a 120-lb. lap dog named Ghost.
Education
Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 11:13 AM CDT
|By Russell Jones
Grace Klein Community hosts March for Hunger Food Truck Rally
Updated: Feb. 19, 2023 at 11:58 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
Coca-Cola Bottling Company United is looking for students of historically Black colleges and universities to apply for their Pay It Forward Program.
Updated: Feb. 5, 2023 at 11:59 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
Founder Mark Davis says the project will be completed and dedicated on Memorial Day Weekend.
Updated: Jan. 22, 2023 at 11:19 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
It’s called Level Up and it’s made up of teachers and volunteers at The Church at Shelby Crossings.
Updated: Dec. 24, 2022 at 10:39 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
One local non-profit is offering helpful ways to get you and your children involved in community service.
Updated: Dec. 4, 2022 at 1:18 PM CST
|By Russell Jones
A nonprofit organization, Women Helping Women Today, spent the morning in Linn Park handing out blankets, hats, scarves, gloves and food.
Updated: Dec. 3, 2022 at 11:24 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
The Moody Fire Department says all the rain this weekend is helping with their landfill fire. The flames were contained by fire breaks on Friday, but smoke continues giving some residents problems.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 11:46 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
The Nutcracker Ballet is a holiday classic, and you can catch it this weekend at The Lyric Theater in Birmingham.
Updated: Sep. 5, 2022 at 7:08 AM CDT
|By Russell Jones
David Westbrook’s family is pleading for someone to come forward with information. Along with Crime Stoppers, they are offering a $20,000 reward.
Updated: Aug. 18, 2022 at 12:28 PM CDT
|By WBRC Staff and Russell Jones
Hutch Mohr is ready for college after overcoming significant obstacles – he is a two-time cancer survivor.
Updated: Jul. 31, 2022 at 9:31 PM CDT
|By Russell Jones
Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama is offering $10,000 to anyone who can help solve a homicide at an abandoned hotel in Bessemer.
Updated: Jul. 24, 2022 at 11:20 AM CDT
|By Russell Jones
The Birmingham Public Library, and business owner and lawyer, Neena Speer, are hosting a monthly seminar, “12 Months to Become Your Own CEO.”
Updated: May. 29, 2022 at 7:18 AM CDT
|By Russell Jones
Birmingham students wanting to apply to the Birmingham Promise Scholarship Program have to get it done by June 1st.
Updated: Feb. 20, 2022 at 11:32 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
The theme this year is “Black Health and Wellness”.
Updated: Feb. 13, 2022 at 1:35 PM CST
|By Russell Jones
She, with other supporters, recognized a lack of opportunities for inner-city children to explore nature and the outdoors.
Updated: Jan. 9, 2022 at 11:45 PM CST
|By Russell Jones
“Many nurses are taking the opportunity to go travel, sometimes out of state and sometimes locally, to make more money.”
Updated: Dec. 26, 2021 at 12:58 PM CST
|By Russell Jones
Katie Hannah with Goodwill Alabama says less can be good.
Updated: Aug. 29, 2021 at 1:36 PM CDT
|By Russell Jones
They’re planning to help with water, food, and other supplies for anyone in need, including first responders.
Updated: Jul. 31, 2021 at 12:18 PM CDT
|By Russell Jones
Several hundred dads and other volunteers performed a variety of tasks Saturday morning at Hoover City Schools' campuses.
Updated: Jun. 19, 2021 at 12:33 PM CDT
|By Russell Jones
Although the weather wasn’t cooperating, there was still plenty to do. The free event started with a parade at 16th Street Baptist Church.
Updated: Jun. 13, 2021 at 12:16 PM CDT
|By Russell Jones
Gulf Shores native Lauren Bradford was crowned the new Miss Alabama Saturday night at the Alabama Theatre.
Updated: Jun. 12, 2021 at 12:46 PM CDT
|By Russell Jones
The top 100 teams from across the country are battling for $100,000 and the title of National Champion.
Updated: May. 29, 2021 at 12:37 PM CDT
|By Russell Jones
Bob Sykes Barbeque owner, Van Sykes says the most significant difference this Memorial Day from last year is seeing the customers in the restaurant.
Updated: May. 15, 2021 at 12:23 PM CDT
|By Russell Jones
Passengers can board the B-17 Flying Fortress, The Douglas DC-3, and two other vintage warbirds by booking a flight.
Updated: May. 8, 2021 at 11:38 AM CDT
|By Russell Jones
The National Retail Federation says people will spend an average of $220 for Mother’s Day gifts, which is about $16 more than last year.
Updated: May. 2, 2021 at 1:42 PM CDT
|By Russell Jones
During this time, The Alabama Nurses Association wants honor nurses who contracted Covid-19 while on the job and ultimately passed away.
Updated: May. 1, 2021 at 12:19 PM CDT
|By Russell Jones
In honor of Bell, a road on the Wenonah campus was named Coach Emanuel “Tub” Bell Drive.
Updated: Apr. 24, 2021 at 11:49 AM CDT
|By Russell Jones
The Power of Life Foundation will be at Crestwood Shopping Center (near Burlington Coat Factory) until 1 p.m. today.
Updated: Apr. 18, 2021 at 11:34 AM CDT
|By Russell Jones
According to Marshall, the COVID-19 pandemic is causing more violence at home, and the lack of respect for law enforcement leads to even more problems.
Updated: Apr. 11, 2021 at 12:16 PM CDT
|By Russell Jones
According to Viva Health, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tara Bryant, you can be asymptomatic and pass Covid-19 to another person if you’re fully vaccinated.
Updated: Apr. 4, 2021 at 10:36 AM CDT
|By Russell Jones
This Easter, many churches are returning to the sanctuary after worshipping online last year.
Updated: Apr. 3, 2021 at 11:15 AM CDT
|By Russell Jones
Cross Creek Baptist Church in Pelham collects and distributes the supplies, but anyone with storm damage from any area is welcome.
Updated: Mar. 28, 2021 at 12:29 PM CDT
|By Russell Jones
Although the severe weather devastated Eagle Point, the Atkinson family says it’s only bringing their neighborhood closer together.
Updated: Mar. 18, 2021 at 5:48 PM CDT
|By Russell Jones and WBRC Staff
Tommy Cox and his family are okay, even though some of their belongings were blown five miles from home.
Updated: Mar. 7, 2021 at 11:44 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
Organizers say the study is to test the effects of music and movement on health and fitness outcomes in adults with physical and mobility disabilities.
Updated: Feb. 20, 2021 at 1:09 PM CST
|By Russell Jones
Millions of people in the Lone Star State lost power during the storm, and many say it’s because of the inadequate Texas power grid.
Updated: Feb. 13, 2021 at 11:35 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
Having someone take the time to give you a gift on Valentine’s Day is always lovely, and flower sales are "blooming" this year.
Updated: Jan. 31, 2021 at 11:31 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
One involves a Midfield man found in his car shot to death; in the second case, a man was assaulted in Tarrant and later died at the hospital.
Updated: Jan. 23, 2021 at 11:36 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
Instead of walking around and picking out your fresh produce, customers place online orders earlier in the week and then pick up their food with curbside service.
Updated: Jan. 10, 2021 at 11:51 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
Winterizing your home is inexpensive and can save you some money later. HomeAdvisor has tips for you.
Updated: Jan. 9, 2021 at 11:54 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
Edgar Barron with Long-Lewis Ford, says there are three critical things you need to consider, your battery, antifreeze, and tires.
Updated: Jan. 2, 2021 at 11:08 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
“You should make a change when you want and why you want, not because of a day on the calendar,” said Dr. Josh Klapow.
Updated: Dec. 27, 2020 at 11:11 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
According to FedEx, the COVID-19 pandemic has created record-breaking shipment volumes.
Updated: Dec. 13, 2020 at 11:54 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
Satish Jindel with ShipMatrix says delivery companies are overwhelmed this year.
Updated: Dec. 12, 2020 at 12:23 PM CST
|By Russell Jones
The O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB is recruiting women to join their WISDOM study, short for Women Informed to Screen Depending On Measures of risk.
Updated: Dec. 5, 2020 at 11:19 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
One popular way to stay toasty is with portable space heaters, but there are some essential rules you need to remember to stay safe.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2020 at 10:58 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
According to the United States Department of Agriculture, you have three to four days before you need to throw it all out.
Updated: Nov. 21, 2020 at 3:11 PM CST
|By Russell Jones
Psychologist Dr. Eliza Belle says it’s a day where those who have lost loved ones to suicide can also know they are not alone, and that support is available for their grief.
Updated: Nov. 20, 2020 at 6:35 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
It’s a big event that’s all about research for prostate cancer and awareness.
Updated: Nov. 15, 2020 at 11:21 AM CST
|By Russell Jones
This event is being held through a virtual marketplace, and with the purchase of a $15 general admission ticket, you will have access to more than 50 stores from across the nation.
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