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
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.
Community mourning 3-year-old boy killed in Chester house fire; mother in critical condition
A mother is fighting for her life after a fire tore through a home in Chester, killing her 3-year-old son and leaving a community grieving. Loved ones gathered to remember little Sy’aire Redd and pray for his mother’s recovery.
Rocco’s at the Brick closes suddenly in Newtown, 60 workers jobless before the holidays
For eight years, Rocco’s at the Brick was a staple in Newtown. It was known as a go-to spot for good food, familiar faces and a tight-knit staff on the corner of Washington Avenue and State Street. Now, the restaurant’s doors are closed for good.
Philadelphia hosts 250th US Marine Corps birthday celebration
Thousands of people flocked to Philadelphia to celebrate the 250th birthday of the US Marine Corps. Watch!
Philadelphia leaders look to revitalize Market Street East
After the Sixers backed out of plans to build a stadium in Center City, Philadelphia has launched a new task force to figure out what to do with Market Street East.
Woman killed after tree falls on car in Philly: police
A 44-year-old woman has died after officials say a tree fell on her car in Philly's East Falls neighborhood Thursday.
Kada Scott: Family speaks out amid Keon King's previous bail controversy
The family of 23-year-old Kada Scott, who went missing on October 4th, is urging the community to help bring her home, as questions arise about why kidnapping suspect Keon King, was out on bail from another case.
738 days later: Israeli hostages freed, Bala Cynwyd community rejoices
Hostages captured on October 7th, 2023, were released after 738 days, missing numerous Jewish holidays and celebrations occurred in Bala Cynwyd for the release of all 20 living Israeli hostages.
Regional Rail delays begin as SEPTA aims to address Silverliner IV train issues
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) has issued an advisory warning Regional Rail passengers of possible trip cancellations, delays and crowded conditions in the days ahead.