Micah Wilson joined News 9 in April 2026, returning to Oklahoma with a focus on community-centered reporting. His arrival strengthens local newsroom capacity at a moment when hyperlocal coverage matters for civic life and everyday decisions.
A native of Oklahoma City, Wilson grew up in the Chisholm Creek neighborhood and credits his neighborhood roots for shaping his approach to journalism: practical, community-minded and attentive to everyday stories that affect residents’ lives.
He completed his early schooling within Oklahoma City public schools before earning a degree from the University of Central Oklahoma. While a student he was active in campus media and civic organizations, contributing to the student newscast and participating in chapters of national groups dedicated to journalism and civil rights.
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Professional highlights
- Joined News 9 as a weeknight reporter — April 2026
- Former morning anchor in Waco, Texas
- Previously a weekend evening anchor and reporter covering the Fayetteville/Fort Smith area in Arkansas
Those roles gave him experience on both sides of the desk: live anchoring, field reporting and community engagement. That mix informs his work at News 9, where he aims to surface practical information and hold local institutions accountable.
Wilson’s reporting is shaped by sustained community ties and by hands-on newsroom experience. He often seeks story ideas from neighbors and local business owners, believing that strong local reporting begins with listening.
To share tips, story suggestions or local restaurant recommendations, contact him by email at micah.wilson@griffin.news or on social media at @micahrwilson.
