Greg Payne
Greg Payne joined the FOX 29 News team in October 2023 as a general assignment reporter and anchor.
Greg moved to Philadelphia from Kansas City, MO, where he was an anchor and reporter at CBS affiliate KCTV5. Prior to that, he worked as a reporter at WCTI NewsChannel 12 in New Bern, NC; and News 13 in Stroudsburg, PA.
Throughout his career, Greg has covered some memorable stories including: the 2017 Presidential Inauguration; the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA; the aftermath of Hurricane Florence in North Carolina; the Reverend Billy Graham’s Funeral; Super Bowl LV in Tampa, FL; and the protests and riots occurring in the aftermath of the death of George Floyd.
Greg earned a bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism from Quinnipiac University in his hometown of Hamden, CT.
Greg enjoys trying out new restaurants and attending local sporting events. His fandom includes the Houston Rockets, NY Yankees and NY Giants. He spends his Sundays attending church before watching football and playing fantasy football with friends.
The latest from Greg Payne
Philly Love Run 2025: Thousands of runners take part in spring 7K, half marathon
Thousands of runners filled the streets of Philadelphia for the 2025 Love Run.
Tuskegee Airmen honored by Delaware National Guard in 2nd annual commemoration
Keeping an important part of history alive, the Delaware Army National Guard hosted the second annual Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day in New Castle County.
2025 Saint Patrick's Day Parade in Philadelphia
Get the scoop inside Philadelphia's Saint Patrick's Day Parade for 2025.
Women's History Month: Women's health focus of wellness fair hosted by Philadelphia Union
The event was for all women and many different topics of information were provided to the attendees, including health screenings, exercise sessions, technology and women-centered health seminars, among other sessions.
COVID-19 impact on Philly schools: Superintendent Watlington reveals what he would have changed
Superintendent of Philadelphia Schools, Dr. Watlington, reveals what he would've changed since he took on the role during the challenging and unprecedented Coronavirus pandemic.
Family searching for young man still missing 10 days after leaving NJ medical center
A very concerned family is pleading with their South Jersey community to help them find a loved one who has been missing for nearly two weeks.
Prom shopping: Saying yes to the dress with help of former Eagles QB Ron Jaworski's foundation
Helping teens look fabulous for their prom was the goal of former Eagles quarterback Ron Jaworski and his wife’s foundation, Jaws Youth Playbook.
Steven Spielberg filming scenes for upcoming movie across South Jersey
New Jersey has caught the eye of world renowned filmmaker Steven Spielberg, who will shoot scenes for an upcoming film across South Jersey.
Red Cross Month kicks off aboard Battleship New Jersey
The American Red Cross flag was raised on the Battleship New Jersey in Camden to recognize the start of Red Cross Month.
Women's History Month: Marian Anderson Historical Residence Museum reopens
Five years ago, a burst pipe soaked much of the late singer Marian Anderson's former Philadelphia home. Costs to repair the water damage were estimated at $500,000.