Jessica Faith, a meteorologist at WPXI in Pittsburgh – and the first Black woman meteorologist in Pittsburgh TV history – joins WRC-TV in Washington, D.C.
“I’ve always known the importance of being Black and a woman in science and on TV news,” she told the Pittsburgh Union Progress. “I try my best to represent well and be a role model because I know how much I would have loved to see someone who looks like me doing the weather in central Alabama. And while it’s an honor to break this barrier, it was past due, and I pray conditions are made so many more may come behind me.”
On Facebook, Faith stated: “Though I loved my time in Pittsburgh and at WPXI-TV Pittsburgh, my husband and I are thrilled about the opportunity to move close to family.
“I am excited to announce that I will be the newest meteorologist at NBC 4 in Washington, DC! I look forward to the next challenge and to join the dynamic weather team at NBC 4. My husband is from the DMV, and our family there is ecstatic that they can now watch me locally on their favorite news station.”
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WOW Jessica! Congrarulations on your move to a new position at NBC 4 in Washington DC ! While I’ll miss your smiling face and lively reports regarding the Pittsburgh area weather, I know your personality and great knowledge you share regarding meteorological facts and changes will be greatly missed. NBC 4 in DC is very lucky and blessed to have you join their team. I wish you much success and happiness in this new endeavor. Enjoy your family members and keep exhibiting the charm, sophistication and superior knowledge regarding weather patterns in your new City. You were a bright and welcomed personality in Pittsburgh at WPXI. While I am sorry to see you leave our city I am happy that you helped brighten the weather reporting for our region. May God continue to bless you. I believe you to be a truly strong, smart, dynamic valuable trailblazer! You are a true gem! Thank you for your professionalism and excellent reporting. Young girls in the DC area now have a new role model in you!
I like the why you deliver the weather, well wishes for you, Beautiful 💞💯
We in Pgh, pa will surely miss your beautiful smile every morning
I will miss you, I always enjoyed watching you, just made my day better. You was always so happy and vibrant. Good Luck , they are very lucky that you are joining their team.
Wow that’s Awesome and you stand with your head held Hogh don’t forget your worth and your Blessing continues to pour out like no other be amazing keep up the Amazing work. I will miss seeing you in the morning…God Bless 4