Bailey reports for WXLV-TV in Winston-Salem, where she’s built a reputation for showing up first, asking the right questions, and telling stories with clarity and heart. From historic weather destruction after Tropical Storm Helene to  justice fights in neighborhoods tired of being overlooked, her reporting reflects a deep commitment to communities across the Triad.

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She’s covered the presidential and local elections, high-profile court hearings including developments tied to the Winston-Salem Five, and breaking situations ranging from school lockdowns to other public safety scenerios. Whether she’s navigating the chaos of a crime scene or the quiet vulnerability of a family who’s lost everything, Bailey brings the same steady presence: precise, empathetic, and unflinchingly focused on the facts.

 

Bailey began her career as a one-woman band in Florida and North Carolina, learning to shoot, write, edit, and deliver compelling stories on deadline. That groundwork shaped her into the reporter she is now: dependable in pressure-filled moments, creative in her storytelling, and trusted by community members who know she’ll treat their experiences with respect.

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Her strongest work elevates everyday people and the issues shaping their lives. She’s reported extensively on gun violence, the challenges facing Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, and the gaps in statewide relief resources after historic storms. Whether the story is big, breaking, or deeply personal, Bailey approaches each assignment with the belief that news should not only inform- it should resonate.