Tacoma Perry joined FOX 5 as a general assignment reporter in 2009.
She has interviewed dozens of politicians, celebrities, and newsmakers. She has been nominated for an Emmy. But Tacoma's career had a much quieter beginning. After a family friend suggested that she "try it out," Tacoma took an editor position at WPTA in her hometown of Fort Wayne, Indiana. While working a part-time morning shift, she took a leap of faith and convinced the news director to let her report on occasional stories. A few months later she was hired full time!
Tacoma's journalism career quickly took her to Columbus, Ohio where she perfected her skills as a reporter at WCMH. After being recognized for her coverage of the "Almost Blizzard of 2008," she decided to move south to warmer weather and joined the FOX 5 News team here in Atlanta. So what's the secret to her success? Maybe it's that at the core of all of her reporting, Tacoma believes that no story is more compelling than that of the everyday man or woman in the midst of triumph or tragedy.
When Tacoma is not on TV, she admits she is watching way too much of it. (Reality shows are her guilty pleasure.) She is also an avid reader and loves to travel with her husband, Darrell. Despite having her family spread out from Indiana to Virginia to Georgia, Tacoma always makes sure to spend as much time as possible with her mother, brothers, aunt and grandfather.
Tacoma covers stories across the entire metro Atlanta area, so if you see her in your neighborhood, make sure to say hello!
Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:45 AM EDT2013-05-21 13:45:59 GMT
It's college graduation time, but before many graduates celebrate, they've got to focus on what comes next.
It's college graduation time, but before many graduates celebrate, they've got to focus on what comes next. With a tight job market, many new grads are getting a dose of reality when it comes to trying to land their first job.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:00 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:00:34 GMT
When the pools open on Memorial Day weekend, it's going to be hard to keep your kids away from the water.
When the pools open on Memorial Day weekend, it's going to be hard to keep your kids away from the water. But before summer gets into full swing, we've got some tips to help you make sure your children stay safe at the pool.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:54 AM EDT2013-05-17 11:54:05 GMT
For most women, there's a big difference between the wedding you wish you could have, and the wedding you can actually afford. So how can you have your dream wedding and not break the bank?
For most women, there's a big difference between the wedding you wish you could have, and the wedding you can actually afford. So how can you have your dream wedding and not break the bank? We got some tips from an expert.
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:08 AM EDT2013-05-16 13:08:11 GMT
Is your teenager on the hunt for a summer job? It's not too late for them to find a way to make some extra cash when school gets out.
Is your teenager on the hunt for a summer job? It's not too late for them to find a way to make some extra cash when school gets out. The outlook isn't great, but they've just got to know where to look.
Monday, May 13 2013 5:59 AM EDT2013-05-13 09:59:48 GMT
Isn't it about time your smartphone started paying for itself? Well, there just may be a way with an app called Gigwalk!When Alpharetta resident John Flie is on his iPhone, it's probably not personal,
Isn't it about time your smartphone started paying for itself? Well, there just may be a way with an app called Gigwalk!When Alpharetta resident John Flie is on his iPhone, it's probably not personal,
Thursday, May 9 2013 5:58 AM EDT2013-05-09 09:58:08 GMT
When the Atlanta Streetcar Project is complete, new streetcars will run in a loop from the King historic site to Centennial Olympic Park.
When the Atlanta Streetcar Project is complete, new streetcars will run in a loop from the King historic site to Centennial Olympic Park. It promises to bring excitement and people to the downtown area, if residents and businesses can bear through the construction.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 6:22 AM EDT2013-05-08 10:22:03 GMT
As a Cleveland, Ohio community celebrates the return of three young teens missing for 10 years, Good Day Atlanta wants to help you prevent something like that from happening to your child.
As a Cleveland, Ohio community celebrates the return of three young teens missing for 10 years, Good Day Atlanta wants to help you prevent something like that from happening to your child.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 9:52 AM EDT2013-05-07 13:52:28 GMT
An estimated 9 in 10 victims of sexual assault know their attacker. So how can you more aware of the problem, and what can you do to reduce the risk of it happening to you?
An estimated 9 in 10 victims of sexual assault know their attacker. So how can you more aware of the problem, and what can you do to reduce the risk of it happening to you? Good Day Atlanta's Tacoma Perry explains.
