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
Mother African Union Church holds first service after historic fire
Just seven days after a catastrophic two-alarm fire destroyed its historic house of worship, Mother African Union Church held its first in-person service at a temporary site, the Congo Legacy Center.
Philadelphia emergency teams run full-scale drill ahead of FIFA World Cup, America 250
Philadelphia officials and SEPTA conducted a large-scale emergency simulation at Walnut-Locust station to prepare for an expected influx of visitors this summer, including those attending America 250 celebrations and the FIFA World Cup.
Philadelphia’s Black Sheep Pub closes indefinitely after 2 overnight fires
The Black Sheep Irish Pub in Philadelphia has closed indefinitely after suffering two consecutive fires overnight, leaving the community and patrons devastated.
Fire destroys historic church in Wilmington just hours before worship services
A beloved and historic church in New Castle County went up in flames early Sunday morning, leaving the local congregation and surrounding neighborhood in shock.
Ambulance crash sends 2 to hospital in Upper Dublin: 'Always fender benders out here'
New details have emerged about an early morning crash involving an ambulance at a frequently problematic intersection in Upper Dublin Township.
PPA to require parking passes for residents near Lemon Hill during FIFA World Cup Fan Fest
Residents will need the passes for street parking near Lemon Hill from June 11 to July 19.
Neighbors rescue woman trapped in Philadelphia house fire: 'She couldn't get out'
A large fire broke out in Philadelphia's Oak Lane neighborhood early Sunday morning, but everyone is safe thanks to the quick-thinking actions of concerned neighbors.
Philly City Council calls for public hearings after school board votes to close 17 schools
Philadelphia City Council members are responding to controversy over the plan to close 17 schools, proposing hearings on the school board's governance and calling for more public involvement.
Broad Street Run: Thousands hit the pavement for Philadelphia's 47th annual 10-mile run
The streets of Philadelphia belonged to the runners today as 40,000 people took part in the annual Broad Street Run.