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
Mother, 2 kids killed in suspected murder-suicide at Braeswood hotel
Officials say the mother shot her children before turning the gun on herself.
Two confirmed human cases of West Nile virus in the Houston area
There are two confirmed human cases of West Nile virus in the Houston area — one positive case in Harris County and one in Montgomery County.
Venezuela earthquake: How you can help those in need
Following the deadly earthquakes in Venezuela this week, the need for support is growing in the region.
Rosenberg ordinance allows residents to report illegal fireworks
In Rosenberg, city leaders passed a new ordinance aimed at cracking down on illegal fireworks. FOX 26’s Jillian Hartmann spoke with the police chief and residents about the changes.
Lightning strike possibly sparked Webster fire that displaced 15 families
The Webster community is coming together to help more than a dozen families after a fire ripped through an apartment complex over the weekend. Officials believe a lightning strike may have caused the fire.
Fort Bend County Judge declares public health emergency to support mosquito control operations
Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong has issued a declaration of local public health emergency in response to extraordinary mosquito populations affecting large portions of Fort Bend County.
Houston pride parade postponed due to storms
Officials of the Pride organization will hold a discussion to determine the new parade date.
Circle K issues statement on contaminated fuel at Spring Branch gas station
Drivers told FOX 26 that the water found in the fuel at the gas station cost them thousands of dollars in repairs.
Alvin city council hit pause on proposed data centers
Alvin city leaders are hitting pause on proposed data center developments. At Tuesday night's city council meeting, council members approved a resolution opposing the construction and development of data centers within Alvin city limits.
Family sues City of Houston after 9-year-old allegedly shocked by light pole at F.M. Law Park
A Houston mother is speaking out after her 9-year-old son was allegedly shocked by a light pole at a city park, weeks before another boy was hospitalized after touching the same pole. The family has filed a civil lawsuit against the City of Houston, CenterPoint Energy and other parties.