Tara Jabour
Tara Jabour joined the FOX 5 Atlanta news team in January 2026. Prior to coming to Atlanta, she worked as a news reporter at WBNS-TV in Columbus, Ohio, where she and her colleagues earned a National Edward R. Murrow Award for their coverage of a deadly bus crash on a major interstate.
In Columbus, Tara reported on a wide range of stories, from crime and public safety to statehouse and food insecurity issues. She also previously worked at WCIV in Charleston, South Carolina, where she provided extensive coverage of the six-week double murder trial of Alex Murdaugh.
Tara began her journalism career at WTOV 9 in Steubenville, Ohio.
Originally from Wooster, Ohio, Tara enjoys cooking, trying new restaurants, walking 10,000 steps a day, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
The latest from Tara Jabour
Acworth holds forum addressing property tax increase confusion
The City of Acworth held a public forum on Monday to clarify its proposed millage rate following confusing notifications on the city's website regarding property tax increases.
Georgia medical cannabis expansion: New laws take effect Wednesday
The Georgia Patient First Act expands the registry to thousands of new residents by introducing new qualifying health conditions.
Decatur WatchFest draws families and soccer fans to the square
The opening day of the World Cup knockout stage brought crowds and an economic surge to Decatur Square on Sunday as soccer fans gathered to watch international powerhouses collide.
Family friend shares emotional tribute after Clayton County teen killed
A 16-year-old boy, Jalil Jones, was shot and killed during a dispute on Mount Zion Road in Clayton County on June 19.
This is why a new East Cobb business is rushing to help homeless students
Big Frog Custom T-Shirts launched a "Room for Everyone" fundraiser in East Cobb to support homeless students.
Spain, Cabo Verde fans pack Atlanta ahead of Monday matchup
A premature weather closure did little to damp the spirits of thousands of international soccer fans who flooded downtown Atlanta on Sunday ahead of a historic matchup between Spain and Cabo Verde.
Thousands gather at Atlanta FIFA Fan Festival despite extreme heat
Centennial Olympic Park transformed into a massive celebration of global culture on Saturday as thousands of soccer fans packed downtown Atlanta for day three of FIFA's Fan Festival.
Powder Springs couple says they saw someone in mask, heard gunshot
An armed suspect was reported near a Powder Springs home early Friday, prompting a large police and SWAT response.
World Cup Atlanta: Decatur hosts free tournament watch parties
Decatur watch parties draw passionate international fans celebrating opening match victories.
Gunfire drives Atlanta veteran from public housing
An Atlanta military veteran says she no longer feels safe in her public housing apartment after stray bullets pierced her children's bedroom ceiling.