Baileigh Bockover
As of January 2026, Baileigh Bockover is a reporter and multimedia journalist at FOX35, excited to be back home in Florida after working in eastern North Carolina. A Sarasota-area native, Baileigh is proud to return to the Sunshine State to tell stories that matter to local communities.
Baileigh earned her bachelor's degree in mass communications with a concentration in broadcast news from the University of South Florida. She began her professional career at WITN-TV in Greenville, North Carolina, joining the station in August 2023 as a reporter. She was quickly promoted to an anchor role, where she anchored ENC at 3 and First at 4, leading two hours of live weekday newscasts from 3–5 p.m.
In addition to anchoring, she continued her morning reporting duties and oversaw a sponsored monthly segment, Hometown Hero. Driven by a passion for public speaking, community connection, and upholding journalism’s ethical standards, Baileigh is committed to delivering accurate, engaging news while highlighting positive community spirit.
When she’s not working, Baileigh enjoys maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle.
The latest from Baileigh Bockover
Florida dog, 'Teddy,' rescued after vest left on for 9 months grows into his skin: Sheriff
Two Brevard County men face aggravated animal cruelty charges after a dog they adopted was left wearing a vest for months, causing the fabric to grow directly into its skin.
Over 50 feral hogs trapped in Edgewater: Neighborhood battle is far from over, officials say
Over the last three months, a partnership between the Edgewater Police Department and a state-approved trapper has successfully removed more than 50 feral hogs from the community.
Daytona Beach Shores moves forward with community-led proposal to rename city 'The Shores'
Following a community-driven push, a recent public survey revealed that 66 percent of responding Daytona Beach Shores residents and businesses voted in favor of officially dropping "Daytona Beach" from the city's name to become "The Shores."
Boyfriend of Florida woman killed in alligator attack: She was amazing, caring
The boyfriend of Brittany Clark, the Florida woman who was attacked and killed by an alligator, remembered her as someone who was strong, caring, outgoing, and loved to be out on the water.
Airbnb deploying anti-party AI tech to block unauthorized Fourth of July bashes
With the Fourth of July holiday just days away, Central Florida is bracing for a massive influx of holiday travelers. However, for those looking to rent an Airbnb for an unapproved, massive holiday bash, think again.
Family leans on faith after suspect arrested in deadly 90 mph crash: 'Light in the darkness'
The daughter of a woman killed in a high-speed crash in Ocala says she has chosen forgiveness while urging young drivers to slow down and avoid reckless driving.
Signed and secured: Why a new Florida law is bringing cursive back to classrooms
Florida students will be required to demonstrate proficiency in cursive writing under a new state law taking effect this week, making the skill a requirement before advancing to middle school.
Twin earthquakes devastate Venezuela: Orlando families desperately await news of missing loved ones
An Orlando mother is living every parent's worst nightmare tonight as she desperately awaits news of her 19-year-old daughter following two massive earthquakes that devastated northern Venezuela.
Florida woman mauled to death by escaped dogs: 'I do not feel safe,' neighbors say
A Cocoa woman was attacked and killed by two dogs in her neighborhood. Security footage shows moments before the attack.
Florida lawyer, influencer daughter arrested in alleged murder-for-hire plot
A popular TikTok influencer has been arrested for allegedly conspiring with her father and boyfriend to hire someone to kill her ex-boyfriend and the father of her child, singer Jack Avery.