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
Building heavily damaged after crash involving police SUV in Trenton, New Jersey
A building in Trenton, New Jersey was heavily damaged after a crash involving a police SUV on Thursday.
Police searching for gunmen in deadly West Philadelphia mass shooting that left 9 shot, 3 dead
Police are currently searching for several gunmen, as multiple shooters opened fire.
9 shot, 3 dead at large party in West Philadelphia
Police believe more than 100 people were gathered when shots rang out.
Global IT outage continues to impact travel out of Philadelphia International Airport
A wave of information technology outages swept across the globe Thursday night, upending operations at airports worldwide.
Thousands in Chester County still without power 2 days after storm
There are still more than 20,000 PECO customers without power Thursday after powerful storms earlier this week.
Summer camps across the Delaware Valley adapt to excessive heat
It's another day with temperatures above 90 degrees, as heat index temperatures are expected to be higher than 100 degrees.
How will Trump rally shooting impact political environment? Villanova professor weighs in
The Trump rally shooting was a moment many experts and analysts, including Political Science Professor Matthew Kerbel, say they feared was coming.
July 4 fireworks set New Jersey fire that burned thousands of acres in Wharton State Forest
The New Jersey State Park Police issued a reminder that fireworks are strictly prohibited in the state's parks, forests, recreation areas and historic sites.
Deadly shooting caught on surveillance video in West Philadelphia; suspect sought
A new surveillance video released by investigators shows the moments before the unsuspecting victim was shot.
Annual Art All Night event returns to Trenton for first time in 5 years
Art lovers are back in Trenton for the Annual Art All Night event.