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
Electric motorcycles raise safety concerns in Fort Bend County
Fort Bend County Constable Precinct One deputies say there's a growing and dangerous trend involving children and teens riding electric motorcycles.
Harris County deputy stabbed, suspect killed at north Houston METRORail station, officials say
An indecency suspect with a knife was shot by two deputies, and one of the deputies was stabbed in the arm.
Thieves caught on camera stealing wheels during Houston winter storm
Thieves were caught on camera stealing car wheels at a Houston apartment complex while many families were hunkering down during a winter storm.
Private jet linked to Houston law firm crashes in Maine, multiple deaths reported
Officials say multiple people died after a plane crashed at the Bangor International Airport in Maine while taking off during Sunday's winter storm. The plane is linked to the Arnold and Itkin Law Firm in Houston.
Texas group donates emergency supplies to homeless ahead of winter storm
As the winter storm gets closer to Houston, Together 4 Texas has intimated an emergency donation and deployment effort to protect the homeless population in Houston from life-threatening cold temperatures.
Hardware stores busy ahead of winter storm in Houston
Hardware stores across the Houston area have been packed as families prepare fo this weekend's winter storm. From heaters to emergency supplies, many families are preparing for dropping temperatures and possible power outages.
Alleged stalker arrested after trinkets, notes found outside Harris County home
Harris County Constable's Office has charged a man with stalking after he was seen on video leaving multiple trinkets, including a Toy Story doll, in front of a woman's home.
Family fights for justice after mother's murder in Northwest Houston
A Houston family is searching for answers after a 37-year-old mother was shot and killed inside an apartment last week while children were inside.
Houston-area authorities warning about uptick in scam text messages targeting bank customers
Local authorities say there’s been a recent uptick in scam text messages targeting bank customers.
Viral ‘Door Kick' TikTok challenge raises concerns in Houston
A viral TikTok challenge is raising concerns in Houston after children were caught on camera kicking in the front door of a home in the Heights neighborhood.