Jennifer Kraus NC5, Biography, Age, Husband, Family, Wiki, Net Worth

Jennifer Kraus Biography

Jennifer Kraus is a distinguished American journalist who currently serves as an investigative reporter for weekend mornings at NewsChannel 5 in Nashville, Tennessee, also contributing to the network’s award-winning Investigative Team. Her journalistic journey began at WSFA 12 News in Montgomery, Alabama, preceding her tenure at NewsChannel 5 that started in September 1994.

How Old is Jennifer Kraus? – Age

Born on April 1, 1967, in Brentwood, Tennessee, Jennifer is 56 years old as of 2023. 

How Tall is Jennifer Kraus – Height

Kraus maintains a slightly tall stature, standing at 5 feet 6 inches.

Jennifer Kraus Mother, Father, Siblings – Family

While she keeps her family life private, her professional endeavors remain quite prolific. Jennifer pursued studies in international relations, political science, and Japanese at Occidental College in Los Angeles

Is Jennifer Kraus Married? – Husband

Jennifer was previously married to Barry Martin Thomas, with whom she shared four children. However, the couple divorced in 2012 due to irreconcilable differences.

NC5 journalist Jennifer Kraus
NC5 journalist Jennifer Kraus

Jennifer’s Career

Jennifer embarked on her journalistic odyssey as an Assignment intern at KCAL Channel 9 News CBS in Los Angeles in 1986. This initial step into the world of reporting ignited her passion for storytelling and factual reporting. She then transitioned to roles that further honed her craft, working as a weekend reporter for WSIL-TV in Carterville, Illinois, and later as a news reporter for KGET-TV 17 in Bakersfield, California.

Her dedication and commitment to investigative reporting bore fruit with an impressive array of accolades throughout her illustrious career. Jennifer’s exceptional talent and meticulous approach to reporting were recognized with two National Headliner Awards for Consumer Reporting. Her unwavering pursuit of truth and impactful journalism earned her a prestigious national Edward R. Murrow Award for Investigating Reporting, highlighting her dedication to uncovering essential stories and shedding light on significant issues.

Jennifer’s contributions to journalism were further acknowledged through multiple Tennessee Associated Press Awards and National Press Club Awards for Consumer Reporting. Her insightful and incisive reporting style, dedicated to informing the public about critical consumer issues, garnered regional recognition with a coveted Emmy award for Investigative Reporting and Business & Consumer Reporting.

Jennifer Kraus Net Worth and Salary

Her notable career achievements have contributed to her estimated net worth of $5 million, while she earns an annual salary of $108,646 according to NewsChannel 5’s investigative reporters’ salaries.

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