Eric Mock
Eric Mock is an award-winning journalist with a passion for accountability journalism, breaking news and telling personal stories of the people in his community.
Eric came to FOX 5 from KATU News in Portland, OR. There he was known for his engaging live reports and holding city and county leaders accountable on issues like the homelessness crisis and rising gun violence.
Prior to his time in Portland, Eric worked as a reporter for Spectrum News 13 in Orlando, FL. There he was able to cover exciting events like the opening of Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World and the first manned NASA rocket launch in a decade. Eric’s work to show how the pandemic was impacting students won an award for long-form reporting from the Florida AP.
And this isn’t Eric’s first time working in the Peach State. He started his career as a broadcast journalist in Macon, where he served as weekend anchor and reporter at WGXA News. There he won several awards from the Georgia Association of Broadcasters for his creative feature storytelling.
Eric holds a B.A. in Communications with an emphasis in Broadcast Journalism from Brigham Young University in Provo, UT, where he graduated in 2015. There his long form reporting earned him the 2015 SPJ Student National Mark of Excellence Award.
Committed to continuous growth, he has pursued various continuing education opportunities, including storytelling seminars with renowned journalists Boyd Huppert and Al Tompkins, as well as workshops such as the Sound Of Life Storytelling Workshop.
When Eric isn’t out telling someone’s captivating story, you can find him on a hiking trail with his incredible wife of 9 years, or at a local comics shop. Got a story you think needs telling? Email Eric at eric.mock@fox.com.
The latest from Eric Mock
Georgia snow, ice, freezing temperatures: GDOT treats roads before winter weather hits
Crews with the Georgia Department of Transportation are out pre-treating roads with brine around the clock, trying to stay ahead of the below freezing temperatures over the next few days and the potential road hazards that could bring.
MLK Beloved Community Awards shines light on injustice of man killed during homeless encampment clearing
The annual Beloved Community Awards kicked off a weekend of remembrance and service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. But, an injustice suffered by a man killed while sleeping weighed heavily on many of the civil rights leaders who gathered for the ceremony.
Man killed during clearing of homeless encampment near Ebenezer Baptist Church
Activists and community members held a vigil to honor the victim and demand that the city be held accountable to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Lithonia man sentenced to 70 years in prison for shooting wife in face
A Lithonia man has been sentenced to nearly 70 years in prison for shooting his wife in the face in 2019.
Conditions improving at Atlanta airport; fewer canceled flights, shorter wait times
While conditions have improved since the winter storm that swept through the region, many travelers are still grappling with the aftermath, particularly at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the world’s busiest airport.
Cancellations, delays continue at Atlanta airport; earlier arrival time recommended
Flight operations at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport began showing improvement Saturday after a tumultuous day on Friday that left thousands stranded. However, hundreds of flights have already been canceled and that number could increase.
Winter storm: Hall County residents urged to stay home
Hall County emergency officials are gearing up for a potentially hazardous winter storm, preparing roads and emergency crews ahead of Friday.
Former President Jimmy Carter lies in repose at Carter Center with fast lines | Visitor information
Former President Jimmy Carter continues to lie in repose at The Carter Center on Sunday and Monday.
Rainbow Creek Drive shooting: Juvenile male critically injured
A juvenile male was critically injured in a shooting at a neighborhood park in Decatur on Thursday, according to the DeKalb County Police Department.
Deadly surge: 7 pedestrian fatalities in Cobb County prompt urgent safety measures
Seven pedestrians have been killed on Cobb County roads in the last 30 days.