Kyle Jordan
Anchor/Reporter
Savannah, Ga.
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A Georgia native, Kyle joined WTOC in December of 2020. He anchors THE News at Daybreak and co-hosts Morning Break with Tim Guidera.
Kyle grew up in Thomasville, Georgia and studied Broadcast Journalism at the University of Georgia. He also has a history degree from Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama.
In June 2021, Kyle celebrated 20 years as broadcast news journalist. His cross-country career started at KDRV in Medford, Oregon as a reporter and sports anchor. A move to WINK in Fort Myers, Florida also led to a big schedule change when he started anchoring the weekend morning show.
In October 2012, Kyle traded in the gulf coast for the Atlantic and moved to Charleston, South Carolina. He anchored the top-rated morning newscast at WCSC for eight years and won an Emmy award for Best Morning Newscast in 2021.
During his career, Kyle has covered wildfires out west, the devastating oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, the tragic Charleston church shooting and reported from the path of storms during several hurricane seasons. Kyle's real passion in reporting has always been discovering "Good News" about the people in his community.
Kyle is huge sports fan and is excited to be back in the Peach State and closer to some of his favorite teams. He and his wife, Whitney have settled in Richmond Hill where they are raising their two young children.
If you have story ideas for Kyle, email him kyle.jordan@wtoc.com.
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According to the the 3rd ID public affairs office, the incident happened at Fort Stewart’s Wright Army Airfield around 2 a.m.
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Instead of packing families inside for a holiday barbecue and toy giveaway, Tricounty Family Ministries had to get creative to offer support for Christmas in 2020.
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Workout warriors in Mount Pleasant sweat it out to support a 12-year-old’s fight against a deadly disease.
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Homeowners in the Charleston National community are pushing the town of Mount Pleasant to shut down a proposed gas station.
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A project born out of one health crisis arrived at MUSC Health just in time for the arrival of another pandemic.
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Trident Medical Center says they are preparing to announce the start of a new treatment for non-hospitalized patients with mild or moderate confirmed cases of COVID-19.
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Clemson University will increase the number of students on campus in the spring semester and require all students to weekly COVID-19 tests.
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Mount Pleasant is kicking off a campaign to spread holiday cheer in a year when some may not feel like celebrating. It’s a partnership between the town and some local non-profits.
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Thousands of households in the Lowcountry have faced losing their home since a moratorium on evictions lifted in May. The numbers continue to increase as the end of the year approaches.
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Back in September, the Medical University of South Carolina said they teamed up with AstraZeneca to facilitate test trials for their now promising vaccine.
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In a teleconference Wednesday, Assistant State Epidemiologist Dr. Jane Kelly pumped the breaks on the idea a vaccine distribution is imminent.
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Announcements about two major vaccine trials from Pfizer and Moderna have heightened anticipation as South Carolina health officials prepare for distribution.
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Members of Trident United Way’s AmeriCorps team grabbed a hammer to pitch in on a Dorchester County Habitat for Humanity home in Summerville.
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Former First District Congressman and South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford said Monday he expects a “prolonged” legal battle on the road to final results of the 2020 presidential race.
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The man who worked his way through the ranks under seven Colleton County sheriffs to claim victory says his election win was humbling.
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The head of the Dorchester County Elections says the county is “slowly but surely” making progress in tabulating more than 13,000 mail-in ballots Wednesday.
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An email or text from your boss probably warrants an immediate response but if your boss asks a favor you may want to pause for a second.
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State Departments of Motor Vehicles offer many of their services online if citizens don’t feel comfortable going in person, but the Better Business Bureau says scammers are taking advantage.
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As the Coronavirus pandemic stretches into another month, the reports of COVID-related scams keep piling up.
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A recovering addict turned life coach and author offers insightful tips and advice for individuals and families struggling with substance abuse and addiction.
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LIVE 5 ALERT DESK: Census Bureau representative speaks about the final push for the 2020 U.S. Census
The U.S. Census Bureau is urging people in South Carolina to respond to the 2020 Census now.
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As millions of elderly Americans fall victim to fraud, a network of state agencies and organizations offer resources for seniors to fight the scammers.
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Dozens of cast members are ready to go when Boone Hall “Fright Nights” open Saturday.
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If you’re a big online shopper and receive frequent packages at home, scammers could be targeting you.
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AARP says they are committed to making sure Americans age 50-plus can vote safely during the pandemic and have their voices heard.
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September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and resources are available for anyone who may be feeling signs of depression, anxiety, and contemplating suicide.
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The Better Business Bureau offers ratings for hundreds of thousands of businesses based on their performance and customer service, but a new BBB warning shows the ratings aren’t always what they seem.
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Amazon has tens of thousands of new jobs available and is hosting a free, one-day event to hire new workers and help with career advice.
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Home health care and telehealth practices have become an advantage and a necessity for patients and health care providers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Parents looking for ways to keep kids entertained at home are buying water slides and swing sets at bargain prices but something much different is being delivered.
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If you’ve won the lottery or sweepstakes you don’t have to pay anything to get your money, but some people are still sending thousands of dollars to scammers.
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South Carolina Senators are meeting in Columbia for a one-day special session to address election laws as the number of absentee ballot requests reach record numbers.
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September is Hunger Action Month and the Lowcountry Food Bank is launching a virtual fundraiser to help meet the growing need for food in the community.
Education is key when it comes to recognizing scams and knowing the red flags can save you from becoming a victim.
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Rising unemployment during the COVID-19 pandemic has left many people desperate to find work and given scammers more ammunition.
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As the coronavirus pandemic continues, the American Red Cross says the need for blood donations remains critical.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown the U.S. Census Bureau a curveball and delayed the process, but as the push to finish the count ramps up, scammers may take advantage.
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The Charleston Animal Society says that they are unable provide necessary services because of social distancing related fundraising obstacles.
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As Congress considers another economic relief package to help during the Coronavirus pandemic, the Federal Trade Commission has put out another warning about potential scams.
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With about four weeks left before the new school year begins, parents are facing tough decisions about sending their children back to school.
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If you receive a package in the mail that you didn't order, you may be part of a scam and not even know it.
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As students head back to college and leases come up, people are on the move and scammers are ready to lighten their load and their wallet.
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Tax scams typically hit their peak around the filing deadline in April, but the IRS says the delayed deadline means scammers are still working several scams to get your money.
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The Lowcountry is always a popular tourist spot, even during a pandemic, and scammers are using enticing offers to cash in on eager travelers.
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As the COVID-19 pandemic creates new financial challenges, scam artists are targeting members of the U.S. military.
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The Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission have put out new warnings about coronavirus scams involving masks and contact tracing.
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At a time when so many people are looking for work, the Better Business Bureau says unemployed workers are easy targets for scammers.
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The paychecks may have stopped coming for a while but the bills haven’t and that could make you a prime target for a familiar scam.
If you're in the market for a new car or truck, be careful where you shop because scammers are hiding online scams in plain sight.
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As health officials ramp up contact tracing to identify cases of COVID-19 scam artists are trying to take advantage.
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