Aaron Dickens
Aaron is thrilled to be back home in the Bay Area. He grew up in San Jose, Milpitas and Los Gatos for 18 years.
His parents and grandparents attended San Jose State University.
After attending Bellarmine Prep high school in San Jose, Aaron moved to New York City and went to New York University. Aaron’s dorm was a few blocks from the World Trade Center. He was walking to class when the first plane hit the north tower. Later in his career, he would do several stories on the first responders who were there that day.
Aaron interned at ABC News, MTV News and Saturday Night Live. He was eventually hired by Lorne Michaels’ office during his internship.
Aaron went on to work for NY1 News, Spectrum's 24-hour news channel in New York City. He pounded the pavement for 10 years, covering stories as an anchor and reporter. Aaron was also on Staten Island when the surge from Hurricane Sandy came ashore. He was a strong advocate for homeowners throughout the recovery process. During his Sandy reporting, he also followed up with local businesses over a three-year period.
Aaron then produced numerous live shows for the Fox News Channel in New York for 3 years. He was also a main evening anchor for KOTA News in the Midwest, broadcasting in South Dakota, Wyoming, Nebraska and Montana. Aaron then moved to San Diego and was an anchor for the ABC affiliate for 3 years.
Aaron enjoys helping improve people’s quality of life through his storytelling and promoting a healthy lifestyle. He also loves competing in Crossfit, making him an ideal fit for the active lifestyle beat.
Additionally, Aaron is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community. He's excited to shine a light on their stories, too.
One of Aaron’s most memorable stories is helping a mother get an electronic lift for her disabled daughter, who cannot walk. Her condo board would not allow it until Aaron covered the story and kept following up. The mom still thanks him today, 15 years later.
Have a story idea for Aaron? Send him an email at Aaron.Dickens@fox.com.
The latest from Aaron Dickens
Free tournament takes soccer to the streets in San Jose
More than 20 teams from across the region gathered in a transformed parking lot for a free street soccer tournament organized by Dale Futbol, a South Bay cultural and athletic organization.
Pacifica tears down Chit Chat Cafe as pier deteriorates
Demolition began Tuesday at Pacifica Pier after city officials discovered rapidly widening structural cracks and shifting concrete that threatened the stability of the pier and an iconic waterfront cafe.
5 vehicles stolen from Alameda County maintenance garage; investigation underway
Authorities were able to recover the vehicles by using automated license plate readers.
Plans for ICE processing facility near Gilroy leaked, site under construction
Leaked architectural blueprints and public property records have revealed that a 24-acre federal immigration facility is quietly being constructed in an agricultural area just outside Gilroy,
Matt Mahan says he'll seek a third term as San Jose mayor in 2028
One day after conceding the California gubernatorial race, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan announced he will remain in office and plans to run for reelection to a third term.
Alum Rock Union School Board approves feasibility study of rebuilding of burned down youth center
The Alum Rock Union School District Board voted Thursday night to approve an agreement to explore rebuilding a historic youth center in East San Jose that was destroyed by a fire last year.
Original Joe's in San Jose: 'Not on the market, here to stay'
Original Joe's in San Jose: "We are not on the market, we are not closing, we are here to stay."
Residents voice concerns about Caltrans study on lifting decades-old Interstate 580 truck ban
Local residents strongly oppose changing the rules of the road, fearing that introducing heavy diesel traffic will worsen pollution, noise, and safety in nearby neighborhoods.
Oakland teen weightlifters heading to nationals, despite being displaced from gym
Oakland teen weightlifters are heading to nationals, despite being displaced from their gym.
Police find body in Santa Clara house fire following fatal neighborhood shooting
Police characterized the incident as a targeted attack and stated there is no ongoing threat to the public, though they have not yet confirmed if they are actively seeking a suspect.