Winnie Dortch, Reporter
Winnie Marie Dortch is a Chicago native. She graduated from Hampton University with a bachelor of arts in journalism, and went on to earn her master’s degree from DePaul University.
Winnie started her journalism career at the NBC station in Missoula, Montana. After hiking in the mountains, she made her way to Omaha, Nebraska. Winnie was a multi-media journalist at FOX 42 KPTM. She learned how to tell stories and ask tough questions.
Flint, Michigan called Winnie’s name in 2018. She became the morning reporter at ABC 12 WJRT, covering community events and breaking news.
Now, she’s here in Milwaukee and ready to try cheese curds for the first time. Winnie loves people and holding great conversations. She cares about community needs. Winnie wants to tell your story.
When she's not on your TV screen, Winnie is spending time with her daughter, Kaelie Wynter. She also loves reality TV shows including "Law & Order SVU." Cupcakes, chicken and tacos are her favorite foods. If she’s thirsty, lemonade is her first pick.
Winnie lives by the saying, “there is no such thing as a coincidence, everything happens for a reason.”
If you would like to send Winnie a story idea, you can email her at wdortch@cbs58.com
Articles by Winnie Dortch
- Born of the Pandemic: Mother-daughter team open unique clothing outlet inside Southridge Mall
- 'A tragedy': 3 dead, 2 critically injured in domestic-related shooting in Kenosha
- Woman accused of killing friend with eyedrops denied reduced bond
- Car parts left at hit-and-run accident help Racine County deputies track down suspect
- Jacob Blake Jr's family reacts to the U.S. Justice Department not seeking federal criminal charges against Kenosha officer
- 'Troubling to see the numbers': Sheriff Lucas reacts to Milwaukee’s increasing violence
- In the patch with the Pumpkin King: Wisconsin Giant Pumpkin Growers chairperson Jim Ford shares gourd secrets
- Milwaukee city aldermen demand concrete data from the Office of Violence Prevention to show their efforts work
- 'Lot of bad intersections on the north side of Milwaukee': Officials work to force drivers to slow down
- Teen from Milwaukee killed while trying to free hostages in Houston convenience store
- Chef Immy Kaggwa brings authentic east African cuisine to Milwaukee
- Milwaukee high school star basketball player paralyzed, needs help from community
- 'They left my cousin dead in a burning car:' Family of 25-year-old Senora Taylor speaks out
- Kenosha County boy struck by lawnmower debris moved out of ICU
- Power couple: Randy Santel and Katina DeJarnett bring professional eating credibility to Milwaukee
- 'The Trade Milwaukee' hotel breaks ground in the Deer District
- National Guard COVID-19 testing site reopens in Racine amid uptick in cases
- Video of UW-Milwaukee student using the 'N' word causing controversy on campus
- Racine city officials concerned over uptick in crime after multiple shootings
- Officials urge public to practice water safety as Labor Day crowds flock to area beaches
- Racine teen killed 2 days after starting his senior year at Turning Point Academy
- Employees find deceased infant outside Milwaukee funeral home
- Milwaukee County on track for record number of drug overdoses this year
- 'It's been a long journey to get here:' New Ascension hospital opening in Menomonee Falls
- 'This has been a pretty bad summer:' Life preserver stations established at Racine beaches to help reduce drownings
- 'You see the guy in there laid out': Racine police investigate deadly shooting near Lasalle and English streets
- BBB warns people to confirm organizations before donating to Afghanistan refugees
- Watch: Reckless drivers caught barreling across high school lawn in Milwaukee
- Three men killed in multi-vehicle crash on I-94 in Jefferson County
- Milwaukee Dancing Grannies keep up tradition of moving and grooving all summer long
- Wisconsin officials 'preparing for the worst' as COVID-19 cases surge
- Milwaukee stolen car vigilante bound over for trial
- Milwaukee officials ID men killed in crash caused by vehicle street racing
- Neighbors open up yards for Wisconsin State Fair parking
- Wisconsin State Fair prepares for 2021 run with COVID precautions in place
- 'I really wanted a purpose for what I was doing'; Artist depicts important people of color on sidewalks of Bay View
- New changes to the Wisconsin State Fair this year
- CBS 58 Special Report: Milwaukee sees spike in car thefts; here are ways to protect yourself
- Local gymnasts react to Simone Biles withdrawal from team finals
- City of Milwaukee at the center of attention after Bucks win NBA Championship
- 'I wanted to make sure my messages were seen'; Wauwatosa designer uses T-shirts to spread social justice
- Woman filing suit against Walmart after she says she was viciously attacked by an employee
- Woman's dog stolen from scene of car crash on Milwaukee's north side
- 'Willing to do a pretty neighborly thing': Inside Greg Ryan's garage of kindness
- Woman accused of killing friend with eyedrops bound over for trial
- New Kenosha coalition hopes to decrease violence, asks public to call them to help
- 'He ain't deserve to be gunned down like a dog:' Milwaukee mentor and coach killed near 24th and Monroe
- Concerns raised over lack of diversity in Wauwatosa after naming of new police chief
- National Weather Service warns swimmers of dangerous water conditions along Lake Michigan
- Racine County dive team shares tips about water safety after recent drownings
- Brewers return to full capacity and celebrate Re-Opening Day
- Racine County sheriff releases video clip from night of man's death in custody
- Water Street business owners urging city leaders to take charge after shootings, fights, large crowds in downtown Milwaukee
- 'You have to go for it':10-year-old entrepreneur bottles and sells original salad dressings
- Milwaukee aldermen urge Kia and Hyundai to ramp up security features on their cars
- 'Now two little children got to live without their mother:' 23-year-old woman latest victim of Milwaukee's violent weekend
- Local activist groups say Malcolm James was bullied in the Racine County Jail for having a 'soft voice'
- Wauwatosa names 3 finalists for city's next police chief
- 'I never would have thought I would be doing things at this magnitude:' Milwaukee furniture maker crafts custom pieces for celebrities and night clubs
- Pop-up clinic encourages minority communities to get vaccinated
- Mother-daughter baking team crafts creative cakes in Milwaukee
- 'Please fund us correctly': National organization advocates for local groups fighting against gun violence
- Milwaukee leaders make plea for a safe summer going into Memorial Day weekend
- 'It’s really a personal choice now': City of Kenosha mask mandate expires ahead of Memorial Day weekend
- 'That's scary': Reckless driver caught driving on sidewalk near Bradford Beach
- 'I think the energy is back watching the game': Hundreds of people flock to Bucks watch party
- 'They did not consent to have their photos taken:' Former Horlick High School wrestling coach expected to stand trial
- Milwaukee man makes a business out of tracking down stolen cars
- 'Keep an eye on your kids:' 2-year-old boy in critical condition after shooting, woman arrested
- Target pulls Pokémon and sports trading cards off its shelves
- Milwaukee aldermen call for unregistered vehicles in Milwaukee to be towed
- 'Beyond normal human behavior': Mayor Barrett reacts to road rage incident near Sherman and Hampton
- Milwaukee Health Department brings mobile vaccination clinic to Fiserv Forum for Bucks game
- Milwaukee’s first Black-and-Brown-owned plant shop opens
- 'I have lost over seven members of my family to gun violence within the last two years:' Milwaukee activists and community members calling for peace
- Milwaukee Area Violent Crime Task Force opens new office inside MPD headquarters
- Police investigate carjackings near a Hales Corner school and a Germantown senior living facility
- Loved ones hold vigil for Roy Thomas Jr, local community activists pleading for peace
- Milwaukee grandmother turns crochet creativity into small business
- Officials: 52-year-old and 16-year-old dead in apparent murder-suicide in Watertown