Symone Woolridge
There is something about the "M" cities and states that keep calling Symone’s name!
From Tupelo, Mississippi, to Memphis, Tennessee, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and now Minneapolis, Minnesota — if she could play "M" in the lottery, she would.
It has been a rewarding ride in each city.
Symone has so many relationships with people she has met along the way. Having conversations with new people is something she really enjoys. And keeping that connection is so important to her. She is the type of person to stand in the grocery store aisle and chat for 15 minutes about anything. So, it’s no surprise that community-driven stories are her favorite.
She always says, "every person has a story to tell" and it’s important to shine a light on the positive stories all around us.
Symone grew up in Evanston and Gurnee, Illinois, and graduated from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. That’s where she met her partner, a familiar FOX 9 face, Ahmad Hicks. The two share a best friend, their son.
Before they were human parents, they became dog parents to their German Shepherd who they’ve had since college.
Symone enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the outdoors, trying new restaurants and watching basketball. Some classy reality TV shows are also thrown into the "must watch" mix!
Although Symone spent a lot of time visiting the Twin Cities within the last couple of years, there are so many places she can’t wait to explore. If you have any story ideas, recommendations, or you just want to say hi — feel free to do so! She would love to hear from y’all.
After living in the south for several years, "y’all" is a word she uses quite often. Don’t be surprised if you hear it on the air.
The latest from Symone Woolridge
Minnesota's longest-serving firefighter retires after 56 years
After 56 years in the Rosemount Fire Department, the 79-year-old man is being honored for his efforts, and recognized as Minnesota's longest-serving firefighter.
Minnesota couple's wedding guestbook bikes stolen from driveway
Del Meyer-Anderson's passion for motorcycles led her to a unique wedding keepsake, but they were stolen shortly after her big day.
9-month-old baby with rare condition can’t blink or smile
Victoria’s LaBrie's youngest daughter, 9-month-old Hazel, has an extremely rare neurological condition affecting facial nerves and muscles.
At 87 years old, State Fair ticket-taker keeps family tradition alive
Diane Juvland, at 87 years old, is in her 27th year working as a ticket-taker at the Minnesota State Fair.
Family of baby with chronic lung disease gets free photoshoot at Children's Hospital
Tyler and Christina Bauman welcomed their daughter, Emersyn, into the world on Aug. 19, 2024, at Children’s Minnesota in St. Paul. A year later, Emersyn is still in the hospital where she was born.
Prior Lake student has surgery for third brain tumor hours after graduation
Brooklynne Thorson, 18, graduated from Prior Lake High School in June. Just hours after getting her diploma, Thorson was scheduled for brain surgery.
K9 Sergeants research leads him to the first K9 handler in Cottage Grove, helps family connection
K-9 Fritz became the first working dog at the Cottage Grove Police Department in 1968, working alongside his handler, former Sergeant Gary Gronos.
St. Paul Fire Department reaches milestone with Black firefighters
Diversity within the St. Paul Fire Department is more prevalent than ever. The department has the highest number of Black firefighters in promoted positions in department history.
MPD chief addresses efforts to rewrite history after George Floyd’s murder: 'Everyone knew what they saw'
The current and former chiefs of the Minneapolis Police Department are pushing back on efforts to rewrite history five years after the murder of George Floyd.
DOC 9 presents: After George Floyd
Five years after the murder of George Floyd, FOX 9 journalists examine what has--and hasn't--changed since May 25, 2020. This one-hour documentary includes in-depth conversations with neighbors and police about the city's efforts to move forward at George Floyd Square and with the state's consent decree that requires fundamental changes within the police department.