Portfolio

Selected Work

Nearly 20 years of storytelling across television, radio, podcasting, and advertising — a few highlights from the work that defines the career.

Broadcast Journalism

On Air

Morning Newscast

Current Role

Morning anchor for 50+ syndicated radio stations across Virginia, with reporting reaching hundreds more across GA, NC, SC, TN, and MS. Daily editorial decisions, nonpartisan coverage, and compelling interviews — Monday through Friday, 5am–1pm.

Virginia Focus Podcast

2026 VAB Best Long Form

A weekly deep-dive into the stories that shape Virginia — community journalism at its most human. Winner of the 2026 Virginia Association of Broadcasters Best Long Form Radio Program award.

Listen on iHeart

Television News

WXYZ-TV / ABC7 · 13WMAZ

Produced the top-rated morning newscast at WXYZ-TV / ABC7 in Detroit — the #1 ABC affiliate in the United States at the time. Grew the 13WMAZ Weekday Morning show ratings by 30% as Producer.

Broadcast Journalism · Television

TV News

Watch on YouTube

WXYZ-TV / ABC7 — News Segment

Producer

WXYZ-TV / ABC7 · Detroit, MI · #1 ABC Affiliate in the US

A news segment produced by Rebecca Hughes during her time at WXYZ-TV / ABC7 in Detroit — the top-rated ABC affiliate in the United States at the time.

Watch on YouTube

CBS62 Detroit — Behind the Scenes

On Camera

CBS62 · Detroit, MI

A secretly filmed moment of the anchor team dancing during a commercial break — played back live on air. The kind of authenticity that builds real audience connection and lasting brand loyalty.

CBS62 Detroit — Final Day of First Forecast Morning Show

Watch on YouTube

CBS62 — Final Day of First Forecast Morning

Producer

CBS62 · Detroit, MI

The final moments of the First Forecast Morning show on CBS62 Detroit — the entire cast and production crew celebrated together as the show signed off for the last time. A testament to the team and culture Rebecca helped build.

Advertising · Television