Kristin Hosfelt
Kristin Hosfelt anchors NBC5 News at 6 with NBC5 News Director Craig Smullin. Kristin is originally from the Bay Area. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Broadcast Journalism from San Jose State University.
She comes to KOBI-TV/NBC5 from Bangor, Maine where she was the evening news anchor. Kristin has won multiple journalism awards including Best Feature Reporting in the State of Maine.
When Kristin is not sharing the news she's hunting down the best burrito, hiking a local trail or buried in a Jodi Picoult novel. She's also a Green Bay Packers shareholder! If you see her out and about she'd be happy to tell you how a California girl became a Cheesehead.
Kristin's most recent stories:
Medford, Ore. — What transportation projects would you like the city of Medford to tackle? Thursday, councilors got a first look at the visions, goals, and objectives for the city’s transportation system. From there, the planning department will compile a project “wish …
Medford, Ore. — Smoke from wildfires is causing some air quality concerns. The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality released an advisory Thursday. The message is especially important for people with asthma and heart disease as well as pregnant women, young children and the …
Medford, Ore. — Medford may soon follow in the footsteps of cities like Grants Pass and Eugene, allowing food trucks to operate on city streets. The council is considering changing city code to allow the trucks to operate in more places like downtown …
Ashland, Ore. — A recent performance audit of the Ashland Parks & Rec Commission concluded more needs to be done to serve the growing community. That has officials looking at reorganizing the Ashland Senior Program. And it isn’t sitting well with the …
Medford, Ore. — A formal lawsuit has been filed against OnTrack, it’s board, and members of the drug treatment program’s leadership. NBC5 News was the first to tell you about the suit in December, when a notice was sent to the agency …
Trail, Ore. — August is typically the busiest month for fire crews, and this year is no exception. 4 days in and agencies are already seeing an increase in calls. That means as the season continues to pick up, crews can be …
Medford, Ore. — We’ve hit 100 degrees or more every day in August, and 9 times so far this year. No matter your age, the extreme heat can take a toll on your body. But doctors say there are steps you can …
Medford, Ore. — There’s a big need for nurses in the valley. According to the Oregon Employment Department the health care industry is not only the largest industry in the area, but it’s the fastest growing. And experts say it shows no signs of …
Medford, Ore. — The hot weather is forcing local workers, to change their routines. That could impact your commute, errands, or even your lunch plans. “I care more about my guys than I do about making money,” Empire Auto Body owner, Robert Scott …
Central Point, Ore. — The final day of the Country Crossings Music Festival has wrapped up. NBC5 News has been live at the venue every day. Attendance has grown throughout the weekend, leading up to the final act Sunday, Keith Urban. Here’s …
