Velena James Biography
Velena James is an American reporter working for KNTV as a weekday newscast reporter. She joined the KNTV news team in May 2022, after previously working for KOVR-TV.
Velena Jones Career
Jones began her professional career after earning a bachelor of arts degree in Broadcast Journalism from Biola University in Southern California. She worked at KABC7 in Los Angeles as a News Assistant and traffic producer in February 2012. Here, she interviewed Smoky Robinson, covered the 25th anniversary of the LA riots, and the Conrad Murray trial. Jones went on to be the main anchor and reporter at WBKB in Alpena, Michigan. In addition, she also hosted a weekly news magazine highlighting important local and state issues. She won a Michigan Broadcasting Award for a program she hosted, “Insights into Northern Michigan” in February 2013.
One of Jones’s greatest achievements was, being the first reporter to get an exclusive jail interview with Joseph Jakubowski, a man who led authorities on a 10-day nationwide manhunt after stealing over a dozen rifles and sending a 161-page manifesto to President Trump. She also received a Midwest Regional Emmy for her role in the coverage of the Tony Robinson shooting in Madison in 2015. Jones is an active member of the National Association of Black Journalists. In her free time, you can catch her hiking, doing yoga, paddle boarding, and exploring wineries and restaurants
Velena Jones Salary
Jones earns an annual salary of about $47,000-$120,000.
Velena Jones Net Worth
Jones has an estimated net worth of about $1 Million – $7 Million which she has earned through her career as a reporter.
Velena Jones Age
Jones was born on September 25 although information about the year she was born has not been disclosed. Thus, it is not known how old she is, this information will be updated when available.

Velena Jones Height and Weight
Jones stands at a height of 5 feet 6 inches tall, and she weighs 125 lbs (75kgs).
Velena Jones Family
Jones likes to keep her personal life private hence she has neither disclosed the names of her parents nor those of her siblings. However, this information will be updated when available.
Velena Jones Husband and Children
Jones has not disclosed her relationship status as she is very private with her personal life. However, this information will be updated when available.
Velena Jones Social Media Platform
Jones is very active on her Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook pages. She has 2.6k followers on Twitter 1.9k followers on Instagram, and 2.3k followers on Facebook.