Reporter | WFAA Dallas–Fort Worth
People-focused reporting | Breaking news, consumer/business, energy & infrastructure, culture & human interest features
Luke Cleary is a television reporter based in Dallas-Fort Worth, currently reporting for WFAA. He covers fast-growing North Texas through stories about infrastructure, energy, water, development, and the people affected by rapid change. An Emmy-nominated journalist with more than 15 years of experience across the U.S. and South Korea, Luke has reported on wildfires, major storms, politics, public safety, and enterprise stories with a strong emphasis on visual storytelling and clear writing. His work combines field reporting, live coverage, and digital-first storytelling designed to connect with audiences across broadcast, web, and social platforms.
2026 Emmy-nominated:
Business/Consumer – News or Short Form Content
Deadline at Diablo Grande: The Cost of Water
2026 Emmy-nominated:
Breaking/Spot News – Single Report
Workers missing in Esparto fireworks blast
Luke has reported from the front lines of major breaking news events across the country — including wildfires in California, hurricanes in the Southeast, and extreme weather across the Midwest and Texas. His field reporting has led to deployments with multiple stations during high-impact national stories.
Before returning to the U.S., Luke spent nearly a decade in Seoul, South Korea, anchoring and reporting for Korean Broadcasting System. He covered major international events including the Sewol ferry disaster, mass political protests, and high-level diplomatic meetings on the Korean Peninsula.
He began his U.S. reporting career in the Midwest, covering breaking news, politics, and extreme weather — experiences that continue to shape his approach to fast, visual, and community-focused storytelling.
Luke Cleary | Reporter 