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
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.
Massive waterspout caught on camera off Sebastian coast as lightning storms trigger fires inland
A restless storm system rolling out of the Gulf hammered Central Florida on Friday, triggering a day of wild weather contrasts that left coastal communities staring at a massive waterspout while emergency crews inland rushed to contain dangerous lightning hazards.
Titusville City Council moves forward with potential 100% stormwater fee hike
The Titusville City Council voted unanimously to advance a potential 100% stormwater fee hike, which could double local homeowners' bills to $320 a year.
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.