Deidra Dukes
When Deidra Dukes is not reporting the big story from the field, you can watch her anchor her special "Deidra Dukes Reports."
A member of the FOX 5 family since 2005, Deidra, a California native, earned her B.A. in Communications at Chico State (Go Wildcats!). She got her first big break in television as an anchor-reporter in Fresno and Redding. From the sunny West Coast, she headed east to do general assignment reporting at Pittsburgh's WPXI-TV. Three years later, Atlanta viewers first saw Deidra reporting for cross-town rival WSB-TV. She made the leap to FOX 5 News in 2005.
Every television station needs reporters who can handle any type of story. From criminal cases to City Hall to the just plain unpredictable, Deidra goes the extra mile for every assignment! She is most proud of her contributions to coverage of metro Atlanta's biggest stories, such as the Fulton County Courthouse shootings.
Since moving to Atlanta, Deidra has involved herself in a number of community programs, working closely with groups such as the Junior League of Atlanta, the Atlanta Association of Black Journalists, and as an adviser to the American Red Cross Minority Recruitment Program. Deidra and her son make their home in south Fulton County.
The latest from Deidra Dukes
Double amputee describes 'horrific' conditions in Georgia ICE custody
Double amputee Rodney Taylor spoke publicly Monday for the first time since being released from federal immigration detention after spending more than 15 months at the Stewart Detention Center.
APD deploys cutting-edge 911 tech ahead of World Cup
The system allows victims in crisis to text 911 when they are unable to speak, and silence is the only safe option.
Marcye Scott: Daughter of David Scott runs for his Georgia seat
Marcye Scott, daughter of the late U.S. Rep. David Scott, announced her candidacy to fill the remaining term of her father’s seat.
DeKalb victory: Judge blocks State Election Board rule changes
A DeKalb County Superior Court judge ruled in favor of local government officials last week, stopping the State Election Board from implementing several new election rules.
Crews training for World Cup at Centennial Park in downtown Atlanta
Atlanta police, fire and emergency crews carried out a large-scale mass casualty training exercise at Centennial Olympic Park as the city prepares for upcoming World Cup events.
Georgia Secretary of State candidates outline visions for office
Candidates vying for Georgia’s Secretary of State met in a series of high-stakes debates at the Georgia Public Broadcasting studios, outlining starkly different visions for the office that serves as the state’s chief election messenger and economic regulator.
Arthur Blank breaks ground on Marietta NWSL training facility
Motorists on Franklin Gateway in Marietta are witnessing the beginning of a major transformation as the city’s sports landscape.
Atlanta makes high-stakes pitch to host 2028 DNC
Atlanta is vying to host its first Democratic National Convention since 1988.
Georgia election officials at odds over July 1 QR code deadline
As early voting preparations begin for Georgia’s primary elections, a state mandate to overhaul how ballots are counted has sparked a high-profile clash at the State Capitol.
Why Georgia's voting machines could change before November
Georgia election officials are navigating a looming legal deadline that could fundamentally change how votes are counted.