Sharifa Jackson
Sharifa came to Philadelphia from Kansas City, Missouri where she reported and anchored. While in the Midwest, she covered a wide variety of stories, including high profile court cases, the 2020 election and the Chiefs Super Bowl parade. She's most proud of her work investigating claims of racial bias and discrimination at the Kansas City Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The series of stories led to management changes, new diversity and inclusion protocols, a nationwide audit and resulted in a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award.
Sharifa is a hyperlocal community driven reporter. Her passion is investigations that make a difference.
Throughout her journalism career, Sharifa has made stops in Columbus, Georgia and Dothan, Alabama. She started as a production assistant and learned all aspects of news before making the switch to on-air.
Sharifa is a graduate of Columbus State University where she became a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. She is also a member of the National Association of Black Journalists.
In her spare time, you can find Sharifa trying new brunch spots, visiting book stores or walking her dog, Cali. If you see her around, say hi!
Sharifa's Stories
Deptford Twp. police seek help identifying bus driver assault suspect
Police in Deptford Township are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect wanted in the alleged assault of an NJ Transit bus driver.
$1 million anonymously donated to nurses at Bryn Mawr Hospital
Nurses at Bryn Mawr Hospital in Montgomery County were surprised to learn of a generous $1 million donation to help relieve their student loan debt.
Vigil held in Camden County for singer killed by alleged drunk driver in Missouri
Esiyah Dixon-Waheed died from severe injuries sustained in a head-on collision in Ralls County, Missouri, on July 24.
Governor Josh Shapiro, SEPTA leaders and riders urge lawmakers to act on latest transit bill
Governor Josh Shapiro came to SEPTA's headquarters in Center City Sunday afternoon to urge lawmakers to immediately act on the latest mass transit funding bill.
4 arrested in connection with large mail theft case in Delaware County
According to the criminal complaint, this began as a traffic stop after an officer observed what he believed to be a suspicious car driving around Media.
2nd Street Festival draws thousands of people to Northern Liberties
It's one of the largest street festivals in the city of Philadelphia.
Police officer arrested for allegedly filming minors at YMCA in Chester County
When YMCA lifeguards approached Mark Mackrell and asked for identification, he allegedly refused but showed his badge and identified himself as a police officer, investigators said.
Delaware burial business accused of fraud; victims out of thousands
Delaware State Police say several people paid thousands of dollars to a burial-vault company, but never received their purchase.
Philadelphia residents frustrated over months-long project tearing up street
Neighbors on the 5800 block of Penn Street say the block has been in disarray for months.