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
Philadelphians flock to Macy's to hear the Wanamaker Organ play before it closes Sunday
Many people flocked to the Center City Macy's Saturday to say goodbye and hear the sounds of the famous Wanamaker Organ.
Save the trees: Residents at The Philadelphian protest removal of trees in front of building
Management at The Philadelphian told residents they plan to tear down all the trees in the front of the building because they’re too old and one woman is devastated.
Family, friends mourn loss of mother, daughter killed in rowhome fire: ‘You were the best family I ever had’
A North Philadelphia community is in mourning after a fire in a rowhome killed a little girl and her mother.
Jersey Kebab ICE raid: NJ officials speak out against system that detained couple
Two weeks ago, ICE agents raided a Haddon Township restaurant and took a husband and wife out in handcuffs. Both are back home, but their family says they still have a long way to go until the ordeal is over.
Controversy erupts over change of NE Philly Catholic high school uniform
One of Philadelphia’s most well-known Catholic schools is changing its uniform. But, change isn’t easy and the move has some parents and students upset.
Saquon Barkley Day declared in Allentown during tribute to hometown hero
Allentown paid homage to its hometown hero Saquon Barkley while helping out a good cause.
Uber driver sought after helping passenger suffering medical emergency: ‘I would hug him and thank him’
A 41-year-old man is fighting for his life in the hospital after he was on the way to his job in an Uber when he suffered a medical emergency. His family is looking to find the ride-share driver to give him gratitude for helping the 41-year-old.
Wildfire burns in South Jersey, as wind gusts carry smoke for miles
A wildfire began was burning in Fort Mott State Park Saturday afternoon, sending fire crews into thick, black smoke in order to wrestle the situation under control.
Father Judge defeats Roman Catholic in Philadelphia Catholic League boys championship
Father Judge defeated Roman Catholic, 41-34 in boys basketball for the Catholic League championship.
Fan finds Eagles jacket left behind at Super Bowl parade with special note attached
An Eagles fan who was among the more than 1 million people who packed Philadelphia on Friday for the team's Super Bowl parade made an unforgettable find.