Crystal Bailey
In September 2023, Crystal Bailey embarked on a new chapter of her illustrious career when she joined the dynamic team at KTVU. Hailing from the sunny state of Florida, Crystal has always had a passion for storytelling and a love for journalism.
Her journey in the world of news reporting began at WCJB in Gainesville, Florida, where she honed her skills and laid the foundation for a remarkable career. From there, she ventured into the vibrant realm of Jacksonville, working for First Coast News, the ABC/NBC duopoly, and making significant contributions to the world of local journalism.
Notably, Crystal has covered some of the nation's most prominent stories, demonstrating her dedication to bringing crucial information to the public. The coverage of the 2017 Las Vegas mass shooting, particularly focusing on a local victim's return home after sustaining a gunshot wound, showcased her commitment to compassionate and insightful reporting.
Stepping away from traditional TV news for a brief hiatus, Crystal embarked on a unique journey, working for the First Responders Network and serving as a Public Information Officer for the Washington, DC Fire and EMS Department. Her involvement in the city-wide response team during the events at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, led her to produce a compelling documentary that shed light on the heroic efforts of firefighters and EMS workers.
A graduate of the University of Florida, Crystal proudly boasts her allegiance to the Gators. However, the allure of the Bay Area's mild weather and inclusive culture drew her to Northern California, where she now enjoys an active life outside of work. Crystal remains deeply connected to her community, actively participating in church activities and engaging in service projects to give back to the Bay Area.
In her downtime, Crystal and her husband embark on exciting weekend and day trips to charming coastal towns like Half Moon Bay and Mendocino. Their love for culinary exploration finds them seeking out new restaurants and savoring the diverse flavors the Bay Area has to offer.
The latest from Crystal Bailey
Grieving South Bay father wants justice after bullied teen took his own life
The family of a South Bay teen who died by suicide earlier this month after being bullied by classmates held a funeral service for the 14-year-old on Wednesday with the help of the community.
Hayward High seniors automatically accepted to Cal State East Bay through new program
Graduating from high school and heading to college is a big transition in a young person’s life.
Berkeley mayoral race down to 382 votes
The race for Berkeley mayor is getting tighter and tighter as ballots are counted.
Court temporarily blocks Oakland airport's use of ‘San Francisco Bay’ in name, siding with SFO
In May, the Port of Oakland, which manages the city's airport, renamed the Oakland airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport.
Coliseum sale: $10 million payment to Oakland delayed by complications with county
The city of Oakland has yet to receive a $10 million payment from the African American Sports and Entertainment Group for the sale of the Coliseum, and city councilmembers are expressing their concerns.
Recalls up in the air; Alameda Co Registrar of Voters warns it's too soon to call
The Alameda County Registrar of Voters said it's way too soon to call the election results, as only 23% of the votes are in.
Thieves steal computers from Oakland Boys and Girls Club
The Boys and Girls club of Oakland is dealing with a major setback after thousands of dollars’ worth of technology was stolen from them in a burglary on Wednesday.
East Bay cheer squad needs help to get to Nationals
A Contra Costa County cheer squad qualified for the national competition in Florida, but the team is struggling to fundraise.
North Bay high school's new girls flag football team notes growing sports trend
A high school in the North Bay is scraping together a girl’s flag football team and in just a few short months, the sport piqued the interest of nearly 40 students.
Newsom awards more than $827M to curb homelessness in California; Bay Area gets nearly 1/5
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday announced that he was awarding $827 million to California communities to address homelessness; Los Angeles got the lion's share at more than $380 million and the Bay Area received nearly 1/5 of the total amount at $169 million.