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
Philadelphia launches 'Kick the Vape' campaign as youth vaping rises
Philadelphia launches "Kick the Vape" campaign as officials, students, and health leaders unite to address rising youth vaping with new online and texting resources.
Viewing for fallen Philadelphia officer Shane Seiber set for Monday night
The community is preparing to honor Philadelphia police officer Shane Seiber with a public viewing Monday evening, after he was killed in the line of duty last week.
Fatal crash at 19th and Lombard Center City prompts calls for traffic reforms
Cyclists and pedestrians say they avoid Lombard Street, fearful for their safety.
West Chester police search for man who allegedly assaulted woman on trail
Police in West Chester, Pennsylvania, are seeking the public’s help to identify a man who allegedly assaulted a woman on a local trail near the 500 block of Dean Street.
Philadelphia debuts prototype streeteries at LOVE Park for outdoor dining
Philadelphia unveils streetery prototypes at LOVE Park, inviting public feedback for new outdoor dining options and citywide design rollouts.
'Please get it resolved': West Philadelphia residents urge city to fix street hole
Residents of Kingsessing in West Philadelphia are concerned about a large, growing hole in the 1600 block of South Conestoga Street, currently covered by a plate, and are urging the city to fix it due to safety concerns.
North10, Philadelphia gives cash vouchers to curb illegal dumping
A North Philadelphia nonprofit is offering financial incentives to encourage legal waste disposal and combat illegal dumping in the community.
Olney property excavated following gun arrest and missing persons leads
Police are excavating a property in Olney as a major investigation into a resident expands to include potential leads on missing persons cases.
Philadelphia hosts 1.4 million visitors for World Cup, July 4th, and MLB All-Star
Philadelphia wrapped up a historic summer after hosting the FIFA World Cup Fan Fest, World Cup matches, and the MLB All-Star Weekend, drawing nearly 1.4 million visitors and earning praise for its organization and hospitality.