Jacob Luthi
Jacob Luthi joined the FOX 10 team in March 2026 as a reporter, returning to the Valley to tell stories that matter to Arizona communities.
Before coming back to Phoenix, Jacob worked as a reporter and multi-skilled journalist at 5NEWS in Fayetteville, Arkansas. There, he covered a wide range of stories, including severe weather, crime, and politics, focusing on issues impacting viewers across Northwest Arkansas and Oklahoma. He also regularly filled in on both morning and evening anchor desks.
Jacob earned his master’s degree in sports journalism from Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication in December 2023. During his time at Cronkite, he honed his broadcast skills as a weekly anchor and reporter for Cronkite News.
He previously graduated magna cum laude from the University of California, Riverside with a bachelor’s degree in political science.
Jacob is passionate about uncovering meaningful, often overlooked stories and sharing them in a way that connects with audiences.
Outside the newsroom, he enjoys reading, playing pickleball and golf, and spending time with friends and family.
Originally from Arcadia, California, Jacob is excited to be back in the Phoenix area, just a few hours’ drive from his family.
If you have a story idea, you can reach Jacob at jacob.luthi@fox.com or connect with him on Facebook at Jacob Luthi TV.
The latest from Jacob Luthi
Bronco Fire burns 100 acres near Cave Creek as fire dangers persist
Crews continue to battle the Bronco Fire in the Tonto National Forest, which has burned nearly 100 acres and reached 50% containment amid challenging overnight winds.
Emily Pike: Family pushes for change to Arizona's Turquoise Alert system
A memorial marks what would have been Emily Pike's 16th birthday, the teen whose body was found near U.S. 60 outside Globe in February 2025.
Audit flags misused Arizona ESA funds; Dept. of Education pushes back
A new Auditor General report reveals issues in over one-third of high-risk Arizona ESA transactions reviewed, as the program couldn't prove they were properly reviewed or addressed.
Parents detained after 5-day-old son taken from Phoenix clinic
Two parents were detained in Mohave County after allegedly taking their five-day-old son from a Phoenix clinic without medical clearance.
Cooling centers open in Phoenix as extreme heat arrives
The Valley reached triple-digit temperatures Saturday, triggering an extreme heat warning that begins Sunday for Mother’s Day.
20+ people displaced after Phoenix apartment fire got 'too big too fast': FD
Phoenix Fire officials say an investigation is underway after a tree fire spread to an apartment building, and left 20+ people without a place to stay.
Arizona woman who survived 2 double lung transplants to celebrate Mother's Day
Teri Raymond survived two rare double lung transplants. Now 65, the Valley mother is thriving and celebrating another Mother's Day with her sons.
Phoenix study looks at future of the controversial reverse lanes
Phoenix installed reverse lanes in the 1970s to ease traffic. Now, residents and business owners say the fast traffic is unsafe for the Melrose District.
Family seeks help finding missing ASU student last seen near Grand Canyon
Authorities are searching for missing ASU student Sandarsh Krishna, who was last heard from on April 27 during a trip to the Grand Canyon.
Hazen Fire: Crews still working to contain fast-moving blaze in the Buckeye area
Over 100 personnel from agencies across the state, including local fire departments and federal partners, are on scene battling the fire.