Luke Jones
He joins Eyewitness News from WKRC in Cincinnati, Ohio where he covered many stories that made national headlines including a break-in at an FBI field office and the subsequent fatal standoff, a mass shooting at a Louisville, Kentucky bank, and a powerful EF4 tornado that killed over 50 people in western Kentucky.
Before Cincinnati, Luke worked at WREG in Memphis, Tennessee. While there. he uncovered the fact that a county government psychologist was unlicensed, forcing the county to re-screen hundreds of sheriff's deputies, firefighters, and paramedics. His weeks of coverage of the county health department's mishandling of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout culminated in the health director stepping down and the state stripping the health department of its vaccine responsibilities.
Luke is no stranger to the Houston airwaves. He got his start at a local radio station where he worked throughout middle school and high school.
He loves the outdoors, exploring the city, and spending quality time with his pets. He's a cat guy and dog guy.
Luke's Stories
Residents demand security after tire thefts leave cars on cinderblocks at Houston senior complex
A 77-year-old resident who had just moved into the Huntington at Chimney Rock apartments walked out to find her car on cinderblocks. All four tires had been stolen.
'They knew what they were doing': Jewelry store owner followed home and robbed in Bellaire
The store owner said he could tell the suspects knew what they were doing, but thankfully he remained calm. Authorities urge people who think they're being followed to call law enforcement and drive to the nearest police station.
Federal K-9 officer hospitalized after being shot by suspect accused of killing Brazoria Co. deputy
A DPS helicopter rushed federal K-9 officer Rocky to the Westbury Animal Hospital after he led authorities to a murder suspect who was hiding in a dumpster. Investigators say the dog's action saved many lives.
'Get out!': Magistrate erupts at former football player accused of sexual assault
There was anger in the courtroom after a former Rice University football player was accused of sexually assaulting his girlfriend and went head-to-head with a magistrate.
'Miracle' saves Houston man's $6.9 million Malibu home from wildfire
An oceanfront home owned by a Houston man survived the California wildfires that destroyed the homes next to it.
Klein ISD substitute fired for 'viewing inappropriate material' in class
The district said the teacher, who records show has been certified since 1966, will never be allowed to work at Klein ISD again.
City considers revoking amplified sound permits for 20th Street bars after residential complaints
Wherever the noise comes from, neighbors say they want it to stop. One councilwoman said the city is trying to revoke amplified sound permits for two 20th Street bars.
Department of Justice files lawsuit against 6 of nation's largest landlords for price fixing
On Tuesday, the DOJ filed an antitrust lawsuit against six major landlords. It accuses them of working together to keep rent prices high.
90-year-old woman punched in the face during hit-and-run on Southwest Freeway, police say
Houston police said a hit-and-run suspect was arrested and charged after being accused of punching a 90-year-old woman in the face on the Southwest Freeway at Westpark.
North Houston man recounts after getting hit by stray bullet in his front yard on New Year's holiday
Houston police say a total of four people were injured by suspected celebratory gunfire on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, including a 7-year-old boy.