JeanneTyler (JT) Moodee Lockman

Digital Producer, Storyteller, Social Media Strategist

United States

JeanneTyler is a graduate of Towson University with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, bringing a wealth of expertise and dedication to digital content production. In her current role as a Multi-Platform Content Producer for 7News in Washington D.C., JeanneTyler thrives in a fast-paced environment while working under constant deadlines.

In this role, JeanneTyler handles various assignment desk responsibilities and covers a diverse range of news stories from local, state and federal government affairs, politics, crime, and entertainment. JeanneTyler has an eye for details, ensuring each story is well crafted, edited and shared to captivate a national audience.

Prior to working at 7News, JeanneTyler served as a Digital Producer for U.S. News & World Report Travel where she edited and published immersive travel guides and tour articles that transported readers to destinations across the world and offered invaluable information on safety and accommodations.

Following years of challenging coursework and enriching internship opportunities in Baltimore, Maryland and Washington D.C., JeanneTyler began her journalism career as a Digital Content Producer at NBC3 in Syracuse, New York where she covered news stories on local government, crime and education, analyzed real-time audience data and boosted social media engagement through carefully tailored content.

You can reach JeanneTyler by email at [email protected]

Portfolio

Breaking Coverage

WJLA
03/27/2024
Recovery begins for 6 workers presumed dead after Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse

The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) will be back out Wednesday at 6 a.m. to begin their search and recovery efforts for the six construction workers who are presumed dead following Baltimore, Maryland's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed.

Politics & Government

The National Desk
03/05/2024
Washington DC City Council passes massive crime bill during final vote

The Washington, D.C. City Council voted Tuesday to pass a massive, omnibus public safety bill Tuesday night as a response to skyrocketing crime rates in the nation's capital.

WSTM
07/15/2022
NYS to prohibit smoking in all state-owned parks, beaches, playgrounds

WSTM WSTQ WTVH provide up to the minute news, sports, weather and community notices to Syracuse and surrounding communities, including North Syracuse, East Syracuse, Liverpool, Baldwinsville, Jordan, Weedsport, Auburn, Melrose Park, Skaneateles, Marietta, Lafayette, Pompey, Fayetteville Sherrill and Utica, New York.

WSTM
06/03/2022
NYS Senate passes first cryptomining moratorium in the nation

The New York State Senate has passed legislation that will establish a two-year moratorium on cryptomining operations housed at fossil fuel-burning power plants. The bill will also require the Department of Environmental Conservation to perform a full environmental impact assessment to determine how cryptomining affects New York’s ability to meet mandated climate goals.

WSTM
06/01/2022
NYS AG James warns gun sellers against illegal sale, advertisement of ghost gun parts

New York Attorney General Letitia James took action Wednesday to crack down on firearms sellers illegally selling and advertising gun parts that are used to create homemade, untraceable firearms, or ghost guns. An investigation by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) found that 28 firearms sellers across the state advertised and/or offered to sell one or more unfinished frames, receivers, or kits containing both.

WJLA
05/27/2022
New Yorkers will soon be able to choose "X" gender marker on ID documents

SYRACUSE, N. Y. (WSTM) - New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced Friday that New Yorkers will have the option to choose “X” as a gender marker on their driver's license, learners permit or non-driver ID card at all Departments of Motor Vehicle offices across the state.

WSTM
05/10/2022
Rep. Tom Reed announces resignation from Congress effective immediately

Congressman Tom Reed has announced his resignation from Congress, effective Tuesday, May 10, leaving the people of New York’s 23rd District with no voice in Washington, D. C. until a new representative is elected. Republican Rep. Reed was elected to Congress 12 years ago to fill a vacant seat.

WJLA
01/14/2022
Rep. John Katko announces he will not seek re-election to Congress

SYRACUSE N. Y. (WSTM) - U. S. Rep. John Katko announced Friday he will not seek re-election to Congress and will end his fourth term this year. Katko has represented New York’s 24th Congressional District since 2015 and says he will step back from politics to spend more time with his family.

Business & Economy

WSTM
05/19/2022
NYS AG recovers $36 million from H&M for unlawfully keeping millions in unused gift cards

New York State Attorney General Letitia James recovered $36 million from popular fashion retailer, H&M for unlawfully keeping millions of dollars in unused gift cards. According to the attorney general, for years H&M withheld unused balances on gift cards that should have been transferred to the Office of Unclaimed Funds, which is overseen by The Office of the New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli.

Entertainment & Sports

WJLA
11/02/2023
Tysons Corner Center shoppers can now drink alcohol while they shop at some stores

Tysons Corner Center shoppers will now be able to walk around with alcoholic beverages as they visit stores through the new “Shopping with a Twist” program.

WSTM
05/27/2022
Wegmans remembers Carol Baldwin, one of grocery store chain's biggest fans

Wegmans is remembering Carol Baldwin, who was known to be one of the grocery store chain’s biggest fans, after her death was announced on Thursday evening. “We are saddened by the passing of Carol Baldwin,” a spokesperson for the store said in a statement. “She had such great enthusiasm for Wegmans and our employees.

WSTM
04/22/2022
David Muir, anchor of "ABC World News Tonight" to give 2022 SU Commencement address

Syracuse native David Muir who is the anchor and managing editor of “ABC World News Tonight with David Muir” will deliver Syracuse University’s 2022 Commencement address on May 15 in the stadium, university officials announced Friday. “David Muir is a highly respected journalist who shares powerful stories of the most consequential events of our time,” said Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud.

Education

The National Desk
03/13/2024
How the 'fight game' has led to a lawsuit against a school district

A lawsuit filed against the Prince George’s County Board of Education alleges a former teacher in Maryland allowed a fifth-grade student to be physically and verbally assaulted by her fellow students during a fight captured on camera in January 2024.

WJLA
01/24/2024
MCPS principal no longer employed by district after investigation into misconduct claims

A Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) principal who was the subject of several sexual harassment and bullying allegations is no longer employed by the school district, according to a WTOP report.

WJLA
10/26/2023
Fairfax County School Board candidate disqualified after incorrectly stating address

A Democratic party-backed Fairfax County School Board candidate was disqualified from the ballot after she incorrectly stated her address on election paperwork, Fairfax County Office of Elections officials announced Thursday.

Crime

WSTM
05/19/2022
Evidence collection phase of Buffalo mass shooting complete; Tops planning to reopen

During a news conference Thursday in front of Tops grocery store in Buffalo where a racially motivated mass shooting left 10 people dead on Saturday, FBI Special Agent Steven Belangia and Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown announced that the evidence collection phase of the investigation is complete, and the site will be released back to Tops.

WSTM
03/17/2022
'This is a travesty of justice.' Robert Neulander's son speaks out against guilty verdict

Following the guilty verdict and Robert Neulander being led off in handcuffs, his son, Ari Neulander called it a “travesty of justice. ” A jury has found Robert Neulander guilty of murdering his wife, Leslie in their home in DeWitt on September 17, 2012, following almost two weeks of testimony and less than five hours of deliberation.

Public Health

Misc.

WSTM
06/14/2022
Remembrance ceremony held in Buffalo one month after mass shooting killed 10

Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown led a remembrance ceremony on Tuesday afternoon to honor the 10 people who were killed and three who were injured in a mass shooting at a Tops Supermarket exactly one month ago on May, 14. Local leaders and community members impacted by the incident shared their thoughts, acknowledging that many in the community are still healing.