Ellen Kolodziej
Ellen Kolodziej joined the FOX 29 News team in July 2022 as a general assignment reporter.
Prior to joining FOX 29, Ellen was a reporter at WFMZ-TV in Allentown, PA, as well as a news anchor for KYW Newsradio in Philadelphia, for two years. Before that, she was a Reporter/Anchor for six years at ME-TV in Philadelphia and New York City. FOX 29 is the eleventh TV/radio station for which Ellen has worked, including 1210 WPHT Radio and WCAU-NBC 10 in Philadelphia, WGCL in Atlanta, KARE in Minneapolis, and WHTM in Harrisburg, PA.
Ellen holds a master’s degree in Journalism from Indiana University in Bloomington, IN. She earned her BA in Communications/English from LaSalle University in Philadelphia, where she was an adjunct professor teaching public speaking from 2007 to 2020. She has also done media training and speaking training for executives and served as director of communications for Pennsylvania State Representative Rick Taylor from 2009 to 2011.
Ellen grew up in the Port Richmond neighborhood of Philadelphia and attended Hallahan High School for Girls in Center City. She is passionate about all Philadelphia sports and loved reporting for "The Charlie Manuel TV Show" and Phillies Post Game Live, as well as "Philly Pheud," with Mike Missanelli. She resides in Havertown, PA, and has two children: Krystyna, a recent graduate of the Fashion Institute in New York City; and Jack, a student at Pennsylvania State University.
The latest from Ellen Kolodziej
Broad Street Run 2024: Tens of thousands cross finish line for Philly's annual race
A moment of celebration for thousands of runners as they crossed the finish line to complete Philadelphia's 45th annual Broad Street Run on Sunday.
Broad Street Run 2024: Excitement builds as runners prepare for unique Philly run
More than 40,000 runners from all over the country will cross the finish line Sunday morning and thousands more will line the streets to cheer them on as the 45th annual Broad Street Run prepares to take off.
Hope For Hallie color run raises awareness for suicide prevention
FOX 29’s Ellen Kolodziej heads to the Hope For Hallie Color Run in Swarthmore where she spoke to Hallie’s parents who gave insight on who she was and the importance of suicide prevention.
Philadelphia Eagles host annual Huddle Up for Autism event
In honor of April being autism acceptance month, the Philadelphia Eagles hosted its annual Huddle Up for Autism event at the Lincoln Financial Field Sunday.
Men gather in Operation Hug the Block in Germantown with goal to reduce violence
Operation Hug the Block is trying to curtail what it calls “opportunities for violence" in Philly. It’s the first night for Hug the Block patrols in Germantown, where they honored a 16-year-old shooting victim.
2024 Cherry Blossom Festival: Mayor Parker among thousands to celebrate annual event in Philly
From Mayor Cherelle Parker to students, thousands of people gathered at Fairmount Park to celebrate the annual Cherry Blossom Festival.
Philadelphia police show support for Jewish community on six-month anniversary of Israel attack
Exactly six months since the attack on Israel, the Philadelphia Police Department hosted a listening session with the local Jewish community to hear some of their growing concerns.
New Jersey Earthquake: Philly students, staff describe the moments they felt tremors in school
During the 4.8 earthquake which occurred Friday morning, kids in Philadelphia were sitting in classrooms when things started shaking and no one knew what they were feeling.
Philadelphia police offering free wheel locks for Kia, Hyundai owners amid high targeted thefts
The Philadelphia Police Department are going old school to stop high-tech thieves who are targeting Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It’s all a part of their OWL, Operation Wheel Lock, initiative. Find out how you can get a free wheel lock.
100-year-old Delco couple married for 81 years reveal their secret to a long-lasting relationship
Anna and Albert Squila, both 100 years old, are in a country where more than half the marriages end in divorce, and yet they’ve been married for 81 years! Here's their secret to a long-lasting marriage.