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
Arrest in Michelle Parker case offers hope to family of missing Marion County woman
An arrest in the 2011 disappearance of Orlando mother Michelle Parker is renewing hope for families still searching for answers in missing-person cases, including the family of Sara Ebersole, who vanished from Marion County more than three years ago.
Best friends rescue drivers stranded in flooded Sanford intersection; county officials urge caution
When heavy rains inundated parts of Seminole County on Sunday, a half-mile stretch along North Oregon Street and State Road 46 turned into a dangerous waterway.
Lake County businesses worried about construction impact
Some small businesses in Mount Dora are frustrated about the impact a major construction project on Old U.S. Highway 411 is having on their businesses.
Orange County begins work on first Urban Forest Master Plan
Orange County has begun work on its first Urban Forest Master Plan, a long-term roadmap for protecting, managing and growing the county’s tree canopy.
Brevard County woman arrested after stabbing, whipping horse in front of child, sheriff says
A Brevard County woman is behind bars after allegedly stabbing and violently beating a horse in front of a child, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
Man arrested after stealing bear with child’s ashes, stalking Florida woman, deputies say
What began as a casual connection on a dating app quickly turned into a terrifying ordeal for a Flagler County woman.
Apopka City Commission approves lower property tax increase after heated budget debate
The Apopka City Commission has approved a scaled-back property tax rate, bringing a proposed tax hike down to 10% following vocal resident feedback and intense debate over city spending.
SpaceX Starship clears major hurdles in latest test flight, pushing closer to orbital missions
SpaceX achieved a significant leap forward in its rocket development program following its latest Starship test flight from Starbase in Texas, overcoming obstacles that previously triggered in-flight breakups.
Ring video: Florida man tries to enter stranger's home, threatens to shoot them
A New Smyrna Beach family experienced a "horror movie" ordeal when a man aggressively tried to force his way into their home late at night.
Tesla expands driverless Robotaxi service to Orlando
Central Florida is cementing its status as an epicenter for autonomous vehicle technology as Tesla officially rolls out its driverless Robotaxi ride-hailing service in Orlando.