Emma Mondo

Emma Mondo joined WCCB News Rising in August of 2021 as the lead traffic reporter every weekday morning from 5-9am, as well as the booking producer for Rising. She is now an evening reporter for the News at 10 on WCCB.

She grew up moving across the country with her military family, and ended up in Charlotte when she was in the 4th grade. She knew from an early age she wanted to pursue journalism, being a part of school news teams all throughout grade school and college.

She attended The University of South Carolina and has a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in Sport and Entertainment Management. In college, she was a proud member of Zeta Tau Alpha – Beta Omicron.

Emma previously interned with Seacrest Studios for the Ryan Seacrest Foundation at Levine Children’s Hospital in Charlotte. In college, she was a technical crew member for the Journalism school at U of SC and was an active member for Student Gamecock Television where she was able to produce her own newscast every week. That began her side-line career covering plenty of Gamecock sports.

After graduating in May of 2020, Emma started work as a broadcast hub operator for Tegna Media in Charlotte, followed by being a reporter for CN2 News in Rock Hill, where she was able to cover breaking news and sports.

In her spare time, Emma loves to explore the Queen City with her friends and loved ones, and also spend time with her kitty, Jasper and puppy, Beamer. You can always find her at the gym, trying new restaurants, or watching a classic Disney movie!

Articles

Body Camera Video Released Of Benjamin Taylor Arrest

Murder Suspect Benjamin Taylor Extradited Back To North Carolina

Benjamin Taylor, the man accused of killing a mother and her two children, has been extradited back to North Carolina and is in the custody of the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office.

Actress Angie Harmon’s Dog Shot And Killed By Instacart Shopper At Her Home In South Charlotte

Actress Angie Harmon says her dog was shot and killed at her south Charlotte residence by an Instacart shopper over the weekend.

Jack In The Box Employee Killed In West Charlotte

CMPD is conducting a homicide investigation after an employee at a Jack in the Box was shot and killed in west Charlotte.

Coroner: Rock Hill Vehicle Crash Leads To Four Deaths

York County's Coroner Office is investigating a vehicle crash which led to multiple fatalities, including twin three-year-olds.

Charlotte City Councilwoman Hosts 1st Ever Youth-Led Town Hall

Kids in Charlotte are tired of the gun violence. Thursday night, a select few chose to use their voice to make change in the Queen City.

How Many People Make March Madness Brackets For The Women’s Tournament?

Millions of people make a bracket for the Men's NCAA March Madness Tournament. But, does the Women's Tournament come close?

Suspect Identified In Rowan County Human Trafficking Investigation

The Rowan County Sheriff's Office have arrested Kadeem Zelique Williams for his involvement in a human trafficking investigation involving a 16-year-old girl.

Police Arrest Suspect For Triple Homicide; Warrant Released

After finding human remains of a missing mother and her two children, CMPD says they have arrested and charged a suspect.

Davidson Parents Charged With Felony Child Abuse

Two Davidson parents were arrested after doctors evaluated their 12-month-old child with severe bodily injuries, including life-threatening dehydration, diarrhea, and fractured bones.

Just 6% Of Pilots Are Women; How Sullenberger Aviation Museum Aims To Change That

Despite a steady rise in the number of women in aviation, women still make up just 6% of pilots and 2% of plane mechanics. In honor of International Women's Month, WCCB Charlotte's Emma Mondo has an exclusive, early look inside a new "Trailblazing Women Exhibit" here in Charlotte.