Jillian Hartmann
Jillian Hartmann is a reporter for FOX 26. She joined the team in April 2025.
Before moving to Houston, Jillian spent five years reporting in her hometown of Pittsburgh at WPXI. She covered major stories including the Donald Trump assassination attempt, East Palestine train derailment and Fern Hollow Bridge collapse.
Prior to that, she was a morning reporter at FOX 4 in Fort Myers, Florida, where her coverage included significant events like Hurricane Michael and the Parkland mass shooting. Jillian began her career at WJAC in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, also serving as a morning reporter.
Jillian earned her degree in Broadcast Journalism from the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University in Athens, OH. During college, she interned at WPXI, and later gained additional experience at WTOV in Steubenville, OH, and WRIC in Richmond, VA.
Now calling Houston home, Jillian is excited to tell the stories that matter to the community and enjoy plenty of Texas BBQ.
If you see her out and about, don’t hesitate to say hello! Have a story idea? Reach out to her at jillian.hartmann@fox.com.
The latest from Jillian Hartmann
Family seeks justice after security guard killed in SE Houston
A family is searching for answers after a beloved father and security guard was shot and killed while working outside a southeast Houston restaurant.
Parents speak out over possible elementary school closures in Fort Bend ISD
Parents in Fort Bend ISD are speaking out after learning their children’s elementary school could soon close.
Houston crime: String of collectible store break-ins, Pokémon cards targeted
Authorities are investigating a string of break-ins at collectible stores across the Houston area, where thieves are targeting high-value Pokémon cards and other related items.
Dozens displaced after New Year's Day fire in southwest Houston
About 60 people are starting the new year without a home after a massive apartment fire in Houston's Westwood area early New Year’s Day. Investigators believe fireworks may have sparked the blaze.
Harris County deputies increase DUI patrols on New Year's Eve
New Year’s Eve is one of the deadliest nights of the year on the roads, and law enforcement across Harris County is stepping up patrols to keep drivers safe as celebrations get underway.
Harris County law enforcement increasing safety awareness during holiday shopping
As last-minute holiday shopping ramps up, law enforcement officials are urging shoppers to stay alert and take extra precautions to avoid becoming targets of crime. Harris County Constable Precinct Four says deputies are increasing patrols in busy retail areas throughout the holiday season.
One killed in alleged shootout at north Harris County apartment complex
Authorities say two men got into an argument and shot at each other.
Hundreds gather for vigil honoring student killed in Baytown
More than 200 people gathered at Bicentennial Park in Baytown Thursday night for a vigil honoring 16-year-old Andrew Meismer.
Family searching for woman missing in Houston: 'It's been a nightmare'
Sydney Marquez, a Texas A&M graduate from El Paso, disappeared while visiting friends in the area, leaving her family pleading for answers, and hoping for a Christmas miracle.
Houston's Santa Bob attacked days before Christmas
For more than 20 years, Bob Beaudreault has volunteered as Santa Claus, to spread joy to kids, families and people across Houston during the holiday season. But he says just before Christmas, he was robbed and attacked.