Brittany Dionne
Reporter/Anchor
Birmingham, Ala.
Award-winning journalist Brittany Dionne was promoted to Weekday Evening Anchor in 2023, four years after joining the WBRC FOX6 News team.
She joined WBRC FOX6 News in February 2019 as a Weekend Evening Anchor.
A native of Birmingham, Brittany is deeply connected to her roots as a graduate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham and E.B. Erwin High School.
With over a decade of impactful experience, she has undoubtedly made an indelible mark across the Southeastern region. Her journey includes dedicated work with local ABC, NBC, and FOX affiliates in both Florida and Georgia.
Brittany's unwavering commitment to her craft led her to be honored as the 2023 Best Television News Anchor by the esteemed Alabama Broadcasters Association. Her prowess also earned her an ABBY in 2021, and an Emmy nomination in 2022. Also, while in Jacksonville, Brittany was also part of coverage that earned the news team the prestigious Regional Edward R. Murrow award for Hurricane Matthew coverage.
Beyond her professional achievements, Brittany's commitment to her community shines brightly. Her tireless efforts have been recognized, with her being bestowed the honor of a 2023 UAB Young Alumni Rising Star award. This accolade speaks volumes about her dedication not only to her career but also to making a positive impact on the community.
"The honor and privilege of representing my hometown which has given me so much is a humbling experience beyond words.
I am fully committed to sharing your stories with the same compassion, courage, and fairness that you deserve. Your trust means everything to me, and I am dedicated to making you all proud!"
Brittany enjoys playing tennis, spending time with loved ones and cooking.
In light of these concerning trends, an advocacy group is issuing a warning to not ignore any blow to the head, regardless of how insignificant it may seem.
The shortage of ADHD medications has forced some families to resort to rationing, using medication only during school hours.
In a time when many are looking to gain control of their finances, Rod Griffin, Senior Director of Consumer Education and Advocacy for Experian, has a simple message: “Know your numbers.”
Tanysia’s grieving parents, Sherrika Allen and Tavares Middlebrooks, are grappling with the loss and seeking clarity regarding the circumstances surrounding their daughter’s untimely demise.
Remember, it’s not about timing the market or striking it rich. It’s about self-insurance, being prepared for life’s inevitable curveballs.
Advocates for healthcare price transparency assert that many individuals buried under medical debt may have been overcharged.
The distribution process began on December 1, 2023, providing a financial boost to eligible residents just in time for the holiday season.
AAA Alabama is offering a free one-day VIN etching service at each of its branches throughout the month of October.
We’re On Your Side clearing up more confusion about the newly reduced state grocery tax and why some of you are not being overcharged.
A lawsuit filed against the state of Alabama is bringing attention to the constitutionality of the state’s conspiracy statute in relation to abortion rights.
The Alabama Department of Public Health has approved new regulations for birthing centers in the state, sparking a debate about the safety and accessibility of childbirth options for women.
Carlee Russell, the woman who admitted to fabricating a story of being abducted and held in captivity for two days, could potentially face several charges for her actions, according to Birmingham attorney Eric Guster.
Proposed changes to the rules governing birthing centers in Alabama have drawn mixed reactions from healthcare providers and women’s rights advocates.
The Panama City Beach Police Department reported 47-year-old Christopher Pierce was able to save his daughter but succumbed to the strong currents himself.
The senator’s statement reflects his belief that the current system of unlimited access to federal loans for graduate education has not improved educational opportunities. Instead, it has driven up costs for students and burdened taxpayers.
A recently surfaced video capturing police officers punching a man while he lay on the ground has sparked concerns among the community.
Michael Wicks participated in College Choice Foundation, a Homewood non-profit designed to help high-achieving students with limited resources and opportunities find the best school at an affordable price.
Lights! Camera! Action! The Magic City is abuzz with talk of a movie being filmed in Birmingham. WBRC can confirm, Hallmark is in town shooting a movie!
An attorney for a Black pastor in Alabama who was arrested while watering his neighbor’s flowers in May is calling the incident “irrational, irresponsible and illegal.”
“Her damage is permanent. Nothing can fix it, unfortunately. Her doctor said it’s up to God to tell if her vision will return,” said her mother Abbie Harkins.
The picture shows the teacher posing in front of the children’s book Curious George, a popular read about an orphaned monkey from Africa. The teacher is smiling and giving a thumbs up, and at the bottom of the picture are the words: Celebrate Black History Month.
Braylyn’s schoolmate and neighbor nine-year-old SJ O’Brien, spent his Christmas break raising money to help Braylyn’s family because Braylyn was diagnosed with Leukemia in May 2021.
An ongoing service outage at HR giant Kronos dragged into another week, leaving companies worldwide and locally unable to process payroll.
AAA projects 109 million Americans will travel between Dec. 23 and Jan. 2, twice as many as over Thanksgiving.
Deputy State Health Officer, Dr. Karen Landers, said each person may need to be evaluated on an individual basis and there isn’t necessarily a one-size fits all answer for that question.
The list of missing children in Alabama contained 54 names as of Oct. 25, 2020, several of the cases were many years old.
"Keep in mind other states are operating under the same restrictions we are,” Dr. Landers said.
Good news in the battle against COVID-19. Hospitalizations continue to drop.
Recovering from COVID-19 does offer natural immunity against the virus, according to health officials, but it’s not enough long-term.
Spann was not satisfied with Biden’s reasoning.
“Nicole has been located. She’s safe and in good health."
A Georgia man claims he was refused service at a local motel because he’s in a wheelchair.
Elaine Meachum was still shaken up the next day when she showed WBRC the indention in the roof of her van that was about the size of a fingertip.
It’s much needed money that’s going to help a lot of families but under certain circumstances. According to UAB Political Science Professor Peter Jones, you could find yourself paying the money back.
For those who have decided to wait until the last minute, filing an extension is a good idea depending on your situation.
Although face coverings are no longer required in certain parts of the state, Governor kay Ivey mandated social distancing.
For the first time in the U.S., a university announced it would require all on-campus students to be vaccinated for COVID-19.
The suit accuses JUUL Labs of helping create a vaping epidemic among school-aged children by making their products attractive to children.
Updated guidelines from the FDA state that the vaccine can now withstand storage in a standard vaccine freezer for up to 14 days.
The Janssen vaccine is a viral vector vaccine, which means, it uses a less harmful version of the adenoviruses, modified with COVID characteristics to build immunity.
A restaurant owner in Birmingham is calling on the state to bring back curbside alcohol sales to help struggling businesses.
McClelland says they haven’t seen many cases result from the field but from outside activities like meetings and eating out.
Infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Saag said more than 250 people across the state had gotten the treatment and out of that number, only five needed to be hospitalized.
Congress passed the $900 billion pandemic relief bill that includes a $600 direct payment, money for vaccination distribution, as well as money for small businesses.
There were expectations of a vaccine being available by mid-December, but experts said the vaccine won’t be cleared for use in children.
Governor Kay Ivey allocated $3,606,104 for the Alabama Feeding Initiative.
Before the Blazers start anew, Feely said the team planned to close the chapter at the “Old Gray Lady” on top.
In one case a person reported to the FTC they got a pair of socks instead of disinfectant.
With the large crowds expected, long periods of time in those crowds, and shared spaces WBRC asked Dr. Landers if voters should head to the nearest testing site after voting.
Secretary of State John Merrill said the state broke its absentee voting record during the July run-offs and he believed we’ll break another record in November.
