Kelsey Jones joined WTVR in December 2025 as a multi-media journalist. She previously reported at CBS affiliate WTKR in Norfolk, Virginia as the weekend morning anchor and reporter. She got her jump start in news in Northern Virginia, as the bureau reporter for WDVM25 in Hagerstown, Maryland.
A Newport News native, Kelsey is thrilled to be reporting in the capitol of the Commonwealth.
Jones graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond where she gained experience reporting, editing, and anchoring for VCU InSight, which aired on Richmond's local PBS station.
She spent four years in Richmond earning her bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications with a minor in African American History. Go Rams!
Kelsey has covered stories including the Black Lives Matter protests in Washington, D.C., the Richneck Elementary Shooting and trial, the impacts of Hurricane Ian, and Virginia electing its first female governor.
Her favorite stories are people giving back to those in need, and shining a light on communities that drive real change.
Kelsey is an active member of the National Association of Black Journalists. When she’s not working, she loves to spend time with her family and friends, travel, brunch, and mentoring.
Kelsey has always been passionate about helping people. She is thrilled to make new connections in her community and to tell your stories. She is active on social media, send her an email and check her out on Facebook, and Instagram!
If you have any story ideas, tips or suggestions: Kelsey.Jones@wtvr.com
