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
Damaged speed cushions on 2nd Street raise safety concerns in Northern Liberties
Damaged speed cushions in Philadelphia's Northern Liberties neighborhood are raising many concerns among drivers.
Carver Engineering eliminated from Philly Public League tournament after bench-clearing altercation
The Carver Engineering and Science boys' basketball team will not be able to compete at the public league tournament after an altercation at a recent game got them eliminated.
Carter’s Cheesesteaks: First Black-owned business to open in Philadelphia's Chinatown
FOX 29's Greg Payne visits Carter's Cheesesteaks, Chinatown's first Black-owned business.
Joe Frazier statue to move to base of Art Museum steps in Philadelphia
The Joe Frazier statue will move from South Philadelphia to the base of the Art Museum steps in the spring after The Philadelphia Art Commission unanimously voted in favor of it.
Sledding causes new damage to historic Bolton Mansion steps in Bristol Township
The historic Bolton Mansion in Bristol Township has suffered property damage due to vandalism and sledding on its steps, prompting efforts to raise funds for repairs and increased security.
Two bull statues stolen from winery in Hammonton
Two massive bull statues that greeted visitors at Kennedy Cellars winery in Hammonton are missing after someone took them overnight, and the owners are hoping the public can help bring them back.
Protesters in Philly demand return of slavery exhibit at Independence National Historical Park site
Protesters gathered at the President’s House site at Independence National Historical Park to demand the return of the slavery exhibits that were recently removed.
Respond Inc. abruptly closes all Camden daycare locations leaving staff, families frustrated
Former employees and families are voicing frustration after Respond Inc. Child Development abruptly closed all of its daycare centers in Camden, leaving many without jobs or childcare and little explanation.
