Trish Williford

Trish Williford is thrilled to return to Charlotte as weekend anchor/reporter for WCCB Charlotte. Trish previously worked as a reporter for three years in the Queen City where she covered countless big stories. Most recently, she worked in Savannah as a weekend anchor/reporter.

For 15 years, Trish has reported on everything from Category 5 hurricanes and deadly tornadoes….to high profile murder cases and even the corruption trial of a former Alabama Governor.

A native of Alabama, Trish studied English/Journalism at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Prior to landing her first on-air job, she worked for several years as a TV news producer.

Trish loves mentoring youth and takes an active role in training young journalists.

You can catch Trish on the anchor desk Saturdays and Sundays on WCCB News @ SIX and WCCB News @ TEN. You can also watch her reports weekdays on WCCB News @ TEN.

If you have a story idea – you can email Trish at twilliford@wccbcharlotte.com.

Articles

Gastonia Teacher Protest

State Leaders Called In To Help Solve Gaston County School District’s Paycheck Issues

Some teachers and staff in the district complain a new payroll system is causing errors in their paychecks. Many say it's been an on-going problem since January.

Charlotte Family Demands Justice Over The Murders Of Two Brothers

Joe and Gary Galicia were gunned down at a Southwest Charlotte apartment complex August 30.

Duke Mayo Classic Involving Two Historic North Carolina Hbcu's

Thousands Of Fans Converge On Uptown Charlotte For 2022 Duke’s Mayo Classic

North Carolina A&T University takes on North Carolina Central University Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Bank of America Stadium.

Crematorium Concerns

Residents Oppose Proposed Funeral Home, Crematorium In Mt. Holly Neighborhood

Dozens spoke out during a public hearing Thursday night at Day Star Baptist Church on Smith Road.

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Police: Credit Card Theft Leads To Officer-Involved Shooting Inside Concord Mills Mall

Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting that happened at Concord Mills Mall Wednesday afternoon, according to the Concord Police. The mall is currently closed.

Social Media And School Safety

Lancaster County Using Social Media To Help Enhance Security In Schools

The district posts on Facebook informing parents of important issues involving their children.

Christopher Sims Trial

Charlotte Man Found Not Guilty Of Murdering Girlfriend’s Child

Christopher Sims was charged with murder in the death of a 2-year-old boy back in 2017. Friday, A local jury found Sims was not guilty of the crime.

Crimeee

CMPD: Arrest Made In Plaza Midwood Stabbing

Police have arrested one suspect and another arrest is pending for a second suspect currently in the hospital for their involvement in an altercation turned stabbing in Plaza Midwood on Thursday.

9 Year Old Shooting Victim Released From The Hospital Today

Gastonia Police Asking For Community’s Help After Shooting Of 9-Year-Old Boy

The boy was shot in the face inside his home Friday on West 4th Avenue.

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Charlotte Family Speaks Out Against Violence As They Prepare To Bury Their 14-Year-Old Son

Police say a juvenile has been arrested and charged for the murder of 14-year-old Gregory Holmes .

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