Jenilee Borek Joins Local 12 News Team

Former dancer and Dayton reporter brings new energy to Cincinnati station

Apr. 3, 2026 at 12:59pm

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An extreme close-up of shimmering, sparkling sequins captured in dramatic, high-contrast studio lighting, conceptually representing the glamour and energy of a news reporter's on-camera presence.Jenilee Borek's vibrant on-air personality is expected to bring a fresh energy to Local 12's news coverage.Glendale Today

Jenilee Borek has joined the news team at Local 12 WKRC-TV in Cincinnati as a reporter. Borek previously worked at WKEF in Dayton and has an extensive background in dance, having choreographed and performed for various acts before transitioning into journalism.

Why it matters

Borek's diverse background and energy are expected to bring a fresh perspective to Local 12's news coverage, as the station looks to connect with a younger, more diverse audience in the Cincinnati market.

The details

Borek, a native of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, moved to Los Angeles after high school to pursue her childhood dream of becoming a professional dancer. Her credits include choreographing and performing for actress Taryn Manning's band Boomkat, performing at a New Year's Eve show at the Bellagio in Las Vegas, and appearing in the short film 'Spelling Bee.' After retiring from dance, Borek shifted her focus to journalism, earning an associate degree from Glendale Community College in 2021 and a bachelor's degree from California State University, Northridge in 2023. While in school, she gained hands-on experience working at radio station KCSN.

  • Jenilee Borek joined Local 12 in 2026 as a reporter.
  • Borek previously worked at WKEF in Dayton.

The players

Jenilee Borek

A new reporter at Local 12 WKRC-TV in Cincinnati, Borek has a diverse background that includes professional dance and previous experience working at a news station in Dayton.

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The takeaway

Borek's unique blend of performance experience and journalistic training is expected to bring a fresh perspective to Local 12's news coverage, as the station looks to connect with a younger, more diverse audience in the Cincinnati market.