(L-R) Sheri Jones, Diana Lewis, Doris Biscoe

This week, Michigan Women Forward announced the 2025 class of the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame.  Among the 7 inductees, there are three former Michigan television news anchors included. Sheri Jones, formerly of WLNS-TV (Lansing), Diana Lewis, formerly of WXYZ-TV (Detroit); and Doris Briscoe, also formerly of WXYZ-TV, will be honored at a ceremonies on October 22.

For more than 37 years, Sheri Jones was been the trusted voice of WLNS TV 6 in Lansing, earning a place in the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame, Michigan Broadcasting Hall of Fame, and NATAS Silver Circle. A fearless journalist and community leader, she has shone a light on critical issues from the opioid crisis to human trafficking, while organizing debates, telethons, and award-winning documentaries—including the Emmy-winning We Can Do It! A Celebration of Michigan Women. Beyond the newsroom, Jones is a global ambassador and humanitarian, leading projects from Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build to homebuilding in Kenya.

Beloved Detroit news anchor Diana Lewis brought warmth, integrity, and authenticity to WXYZ-TV from 1977 until her retirement in 2012, earning more than 20 Emmy Awards and the trust of an entire city. A trailblazer for women—especially Black women—in journalism, she broke barriers while remaining deeply rooted in community service, championing causes from domestic violence prevention to organ donation. From co-anchoring with her daughter to being honored in the Smithsonian’s Oprah Winfrey Gallery, Lewis’s career is marked by historic firsts, professional excellence, and a genuine connection with viewers that made her not just a broadcaster, but a Detroit icon.

Also inducted in the 2025 Historical category is former WXYZ-TV reporter/anchor Doris Biscoe.  A trailblazer for women and African Americans in broadcast journalism, Biscoe became one of Detroit’s most respected reporters and anchors during her 27-year career at WXYZ-TV. Known for her grace, integrity, and tenacity, she produced award-winning documentaries, co-hosted the nationally syndicated literacy series Learn to Read, and created the beloved “Gift of Love” segment highlighting children in need of adoption. Biscoe broke barriers as a top-rated news anchor, role model, and mentor, earning numerous honors for her work and community service. Her legacy endures as a symbol of professionalism, representation, and the power of journalism to inspire change.

See the full list of inductees here.  The induction ceremonies will take place Wednesday, October 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. at The War Memorial in Grosse Pointe Farms.  Tickets here.