Jonathan Bailey, Multimedia Journalist
Jonathan Bailey joined the ABC57 news team in November 2018. He is excited to launch his reporting career in Michiana!
He is from Birmingham, AL and graduated from Samford University with a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication.
He began his career as a photojournalist in Birmingham where he covered some Alabama’s biggest stories, including the resignation of former governor, Robert Bentley. Jonathan’s journey then took him to Memphis, TN in December of 2017. While there he was tasked with traveling back to Alabama to gather interviews in Birmingham, Montgomery, and Selma for coverage of the 50th anniversary of MLK’s death.
In his down time he enjoys watching reruns of [scrubs], playing sports, karaoke, and making people laugh.
You can reach him on Facebook, or via email for news tips and story ideas.
Articles by Jonathan Bailey
- MDOT crews prepare for winter storm
- Michigan restaurants prepare for the return of dine-in customers
- Misleading article claims Niles has highest COVID numbers in all of Michigan
- Michiana reacts to historic inauguration
- Political experts say Biden inauguration will be "most unique in history"
- Elkhart Symphony Orchestra giving away free beer for a year in raffle
- Local athletic trainer receives Indiana's highest honor
- St. Joseph County Health officials anticipate more vaccine availability
- Dr. Thacker talks return to in person learning for secondary students
- Power restored for those who waited days for service
- Michiana welcomes 2021
- Local businesses prep for New Year's Eve celebrations
- Local travel agencies feeling the impact of the pandemic
- Ordinance passes to fine Elkhart businesses for not following mask ordinance
- St. Joseph County 4H Fairgrounds hosts inaugural "Dasher's Drive-Thru"
- St. Joseph Police Department holds annual "Shop with Cops" event
- Vigil held for Mishawaka crash victims
- Spectrum Health Lakeland offers new COVID treatment
- Elkhart City Council tables vote to enforce mask ordinance
- Law enforcement not expected to help enforce Elkhart mask ordinance
- Family of Mishawaka crash victims speak
- Chippewa Bowl hosting toy and food donation drive
- Salvation Army Kroc Center holds annual Red Kettle Ring Off
- New Carlisle man volunteers to clear downtown sidewalks
- "Blackout Wednesday" looking different for local bars
- Elkhart launches new program to encourage online shopping at local vendors
- Grocery stores adjust to families having smaller Thanksgiving plans
- A COVID vaccine could be coming to Michiana soon
- Michiana prepares for Thanksgiving during a pandemic
- St. Joseph County Health Officials hope new recommendations will slow COVID spread
- Michigan churches allowed to stay open during shutdown
- Cass County reacts to Michigan shutdown
- Fulton County business owners concerned about possible limitations on dine-in customers
- ABC57 investigates: Misrepresented Medicine
- Tight race between Derek Dieter and Oliver Davis for commissioner's seat
- Potawatomi Zoo's 'Zoo Boo' ends Friday
- School City of Mishawaka to reduce school hours
- St. Joseph County District 2 Commissioners race heating up
- South Bend residents react to Amy Coney Barrett Confirmation
- Vigil held for shooting victims at Waterford Glen Apartments
- South Bend Police unveils new support team to help officer wellness
- Granger girls donate hair to charity
- Elkhart unveils proposals for Hively Avenue overpass
- Concerns growing over access to COVID testing
- Mishawaka Education Foundation hosts "drive thru" gala
- St. Joseph County Health Department recommends places of worship have virtual only services until March 2021
- Indigenous People's Day celebration held in South Bend
- St. Joseph County District 2 county commission candidates participate in online forum
- 4 year old cancer survivor's wish for camper granted
- Forum held for St. Joseph County Commission District 3 candidates
- Forum held for Elkhart Community Schools Board candidates
- South Bend Common Council approves community policing review board
- Dr. Lydia Mertz talks masks, schools, retirement
- Penn Harris Madison Board makes adjustments to elementary teaching model
- Plymouth High School Football shut down for two weeks due to COVID
- SBCSC Board approves return to in-person instruction
- SBCSC Board delays vote to reopen in person learning
- Elkhart city leaders discuss police reform and race relations
- Plymouth cancels annual Downtown Merchants' Trick or Treat
- Family of Danielle Robinson still seeking justice in her murder
- Michigan high school football teams prep for first games of the season
- St. Joseph County Police Department hosts "Pie in the Face" fundraiser for Youth Services Bureau
- South Bend Community seeking support for recreation centers
- Charity ride held in honor of Chrisyah Stephens
- MHSAA reinstates fall sports
- Large church event sparks pandemic safety concerns
- Community members express outrage over proposed funding cuts to South Bend rec centers
- Rally for Jacob Blake held in Downtown South Bend
- Parents weigh in on SB Schools' strategic plan
- Notre Dame students question school's COVID-19 response
- Buttigieg speaks at Democratic National Convention
- Michigan parents push for football to be played in the fall
- Gov. Whitmer speaks at 2020 Democratic National Convention
- Mishawaka man has the gun used in brother's death turned into art
- South Bend Schools adjust to first days of virtual learning
- Emmons Elementary preps for virtual start to school year
- School City of Mishawaka hosts student device distribution
- GoFundMe set up for South Bend firefighter killed in motorcycle accident
- Elkhart County Health Department recommends optional in-person learning
- St. Joseph County Department of Health sets new guidelines for schools to reopen