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
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.
Family sues over shooting death outside Magic City
The family of Gerrone Avery has officially filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Fulton County following his fatal shooting outside Magic City in May 2024.
Leaders urge Kemp to veto 'discriminatory' metro election bill
Leaders are urging Governor Brian Kemp to veto a bill targeting five metro Atlanta counties.
Gov. Kemp backs Derek Dooley in Georgia Senate race
Republican candidate and former football coach Derek Dooley kicked off a two-day campaign blitz Wednesday to build momentum in the high-stakes race for a Georgia U.S. Senate seat.
APD floods Piedmont Park with police for Dogwood Festival
Atlanta police are increasing patrols at Piedmont Park for the Dogwood Festival after a recent fatal shooting.
Clay Fuller headed to D.C. after beating Shawn Harris
Republican Clay Fuller is headed to Washington after winning the 14th Congressional District race Tuesday, but Democrats say the close results prove they are making inroads in one of Georgia's most conservative areas.
High-stakes runoff underway in Georgia’s 14th District
Voters across northwest Georgia are heading to the polls Tuesday to decide several runoff races, including a high-profile contest for a congressional seat.