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
Speed cameras coming to 5 Philly schools to curb accidents
Philadelphia is installing speed cameras at five schools with high accident rates to reduce speeding and improve safety, with enforcement starting tomorrow.
Police seek man who robbed, dragged elderly woman at Northeast Philadelphia bus stop
Police are searching for a man accused of robbing and dragging an elderly woman using a crutch as she waited for a bus in Northeast Philadelphia earlier this month.
String of robberies in South Philadelphia prompts police warning
Police are distributing flyers and increasing awareness in South Philadelphia after a series of five robberies involving three suspects, prompting concern among residents.
'This is an emergency': Nicetown residents frustrated by water main break repair delays
Residents in Philadelphia's Nicetown neighborhood are dealing with flooded basements and uncertainty after a water main break, as cold weather continues to strain city infrastructure.
Car fires on the rise in Philadelphia, New Jersey during winter cold
The Philadelphia Fire Department and experts are warning about increased risks of car fires during winter and offering safety tips to prevent them.
Temple University Hospital prepared for incoming winter storm
Temple University Hospital is preparing to stay open and fully staffed through the upcoming snowstorm, with emergency crews and facilities teams ready to keep access clear for patients and ambulances.
Venezuela turmoil causes flight delays at PHL International Airport
Travelers are feeling the impact of the ongoing situation in Venezuela, leading to delays and concerns for those flying to nearby regions.
Shoppers hit the stores for after-Christmas deals as sales draw big crowds
The Saturday after Christmas is shaping up to be one of the biggest shopping days of the year, rivaling Black Friday and Dec. 26, as shoppers hit stores looking for deep discounts.
West Philly mother and baby shot days before Christmas
Philadelphia police report that a man fired at least six shots at 43-year-old Alayiah Hill and her five-month-old baby girl, hitting both in the legs.
South Jersey mayor indicted on child endangerment, abuse charges
Current Lumberton Township mayor Gina LaPlaca has been indicted on charges of endangering the welfare of a child and child abuse.