Karina Nova
Karina emigrated to the United States at 8 years old from Azerbaijan. She and her family ended up settling in Northeast Ohio, in a town on the shores of Lake Erie. That's when she learned to speak English (Russian being her first language) and found her love for the language, thus, leading her to a career in journalism.
Karina studied journalism and political science at Kent State University and spent summers interning for C-SPAN, a U.S. Senator and the Voice of America in Washington D.C.
She began her professional career hosting a civic-focused news program on PBS. Karina spent most of her career at 10TV WBNS News in Columbus, Ohio, as a reporter and morning anchor. Karina had the incredible position as the Columbus Metro Parks spokesperson, helping people discover nature and all the free activities at the public parks. She has won an Emmy award for breaking news coverage of a massive train derailment, is Emmy nominated at KGO for a streaming special newscast and won Ohio's SJP Award for best continuing coverage, among other notable honors.
Karina enjoys being engrained in the community, volunteering and emceeing events for many nonprofit organizations. She is a proud big sister for Big Brothers Big Sisters, was on the board of Columbus Fashion Council and Fairy Goodmothers.
Outside of work, Karina loves to travel the world, discover new Bay Area restaurants and wineries and spend time with her husband and son. She loves calling San Francisco home and cheering on the Giants!
Karina's Stories
BTS's Suga secretly runs Bay to Breakers in SF, finishes 12K before concert at Stanford
BTS member Suga quietly ran in San Francisco's Bay to Breakers race on Sunday, blending into the 30,000‑person crowd before performing at Stanford Stadium. Race organizers and fellow runner Mateo Coulson later discovered his participation after photos surfaced online. Organizers say his appearance brought unexpected attention to the iconic event.
Travelers look at electric vehicles to save on summer road trips
In our series, Driving Into the Future sponsored by Electric for All, we look at electric vehicles as a way for travelers to save on summer road trips.
Impassioned Danville students working to raise $10M to save bald eagle habitat in Big Bear Valley
Students in Danville are taking it upon themselves to help save a wildlife area near the famous bald eagles Jackie and Shadow. They are writing letters to family, influencers, and celebrities to raise the $10 million needed to prevent the area from being developed into luxury homes.
Velella velella: What to know about strange sea creatures washing up on Bay Area beaches
They look like aliens, but these blue jellyfish-like creatures are very much of this world. They are not dangerous to humans, but experts do have a warning for pet owners.
Taylor Swift, other artists release limited edition vinyl records for Record Store Day
Record Store Day returns with a limited-edition vinyl recording of Taylor Swift's Elizabeth Taylor song, other rare albums
Stanford Medicine Cancer Center to launch proton therapy system for targeted cancer treatment
In a futuristic room at the Stanford Medicine Cancer Center, a volunteer recently stepped into what the hospital describes as a first-of-its-kind device. The system delivers proton therapy, a specialized form of radiation.
Bay Area lawyers to challenge Trump before Supreme Court in birthright citizenship case
The Bay Area has a deep connection to birthright citizenship. It's a landmark case that affirmed the right began in San Francisco.
Fewer low-income students are going to college. A Bay Area nonprofit aims to change that
10,000 Degrees is a San Rafael-based nonprofit that has helped 80,000 students go to college over the past 45 years.
Modern take on ancient fireworks to highlight San Francisco Lunar New Year celebration with drones
Every year, fireworks are a big part of the San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade, but this year, there is a modern twist. Drones will illuminate the city's skies to celebrate the Lunar New Year.
New Oakland exhibit throws 40th birthday celebration for Oscar Grant, years after fatal shooting
A new exhibit in Oakland commemorating Oscar Grant on his 40th birthday aims to create a more complete picture of him beyond just a victim of police violence.