Talia Kirkland

Talia Kirkland joined the FOX5 News family in October 2025 as an anchor and reporter.

She comes to Las Vegas from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, her hometown, where she dedicated herself to amplifying the voices and addressing the concerns of marginalized communities. Through her ongoing series, "Pittsburgh Gets Real," she shed light on crucial issues, including racism, housing and healthcare inequities, and police reform.

While in Pittsburgh, Talia was recognized as the Duquesne Duke of the Decade and named one of the New Pittsburgh Courier's Fab 40 under 40 for her commitment to community reporting.

Before returning home, Talia worked in Harrisburg, PA, where she covered the 2020 election, all while navigating a global pandemic. In recognition of her work, Talia received first place in media from the Pennsylvania Bar Association in 2021 for her investigation into a no-knock warrant police search."

Talia has worked as a multimedia reporter for Fox News Channel, covering significant national events, like the Bill Cosby trial and the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting. Talia began her career in television news in Clarksburg, West Virginia, after transitioning from a background in marketing.

Talia graduated from Duquesne University with an undergraduate degree in Journalism and a Master's of Science in Media Technology and Arts.

She is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). When not at work, Talia enjoys spending time with her husband and American Bulldog.

Have a story idea, or a new restaurant/coffe shop she should try or simply say hello, please email Talia or connect with her on social media.