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 young son Houston.
Before they were human parents, they became dog parents to their German Shepherd Ace 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
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.
Businesses left struggling 5 years after George Floyd’s murder
The city council and Minneapolis mayor haven’t agreed on how to transform the space and business owners say it is costing them their jobs.
George Floyd’s murder shook the country. Can his mural help it heal?
As protests and riots swept over Minneapolis after the murder of George Floyd in 2020, an iconic painting emerged as a destination for healing. Five years later, one of the artists who created the colorful mural reflects on the impact it has had in a “sad place to be."
If Trump Administration walks away from consent decree, MPD reforms all on state
The Trump Administration could decide this week whether it will continue to pursue a federal consent decree with the Minneapolis Police Department.
At George Floyd Square, these officers hope to build trust in MPD
Five years after the murder of George Floyd exposed the depths of mistrust in the Minneapolis Police Department, two officers are walking a new beat in an area that still feels forgotten.
Frustrated and confused: How George Floyd Square has sparked a city council vs. mayor debate
What’s new with George Floyd Square? Nothing has changed and that is the story.
Youth-run BIPOC business creates healthy desserts in north Minneapolis
A vegetable-based dessert business in north Minneapolis is booming and kids are the employees who are gardening, baking, and taking orders.