Tyler Thrasher
Tyler Thrasher is a Regional Digital Content Creator for FOX 5 NY, FOX 29 Philadelphia and FOX 5 DC.
Tyler started his news career at WRIC ABC 8News in Richmond, Virginia, as a photojournalist after graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2017.
Also affectionately known as "Thrash" — Tyler worked his way up through the newsroom, becoming a news reporter in Nov. 2019, right before the coronavirus pandemic hit. He covered events ranging from Richmond social justice movements, critical election cycles, and extensive coverage of efforts to change hazing laws in the Commonwealth of Virginia. He also served as one of the team's sports anchors for local coverage.
After a few years, he ultimately stepped into a leadership role at 8News, serving as the station's Digital Executive Producer.
He is currently a graduate student pursuing a Master's Degree at University of Florida Online, studying Mass Communications in Digital Strategy.
Tyler is in the worship band at Epic Church in Center City and has many hobbies like writing music, playing soccer, signing up to run local races and playing with his rescue dog, Bella.
Story idea or feedback? Email Tyler at FTSDigitalNortheast@fox.com
The latest from Tyler Thrasher
4-year-old critical after 4 children, adult struck outside Philadelphia prom party
A 4-year-old boy is in critical condition and one person is in custody after a vehicle struck four children and an adult during a prom gathering in Philadelphia’s Holmesburg neighborhood.
Motorcyclist killed in crash at Frankford Avenue and Benner Street in Philadelphia
Philadelphia police say a 59-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a crash involving a Subaru at Frankford Avenue and Benner Street.
2 men critically injured in separate Philadelphia shootings minutes apart
Philadelphia police are investigating two separate shootings reported minutes apart Friday night, including one involving an attempted robbery and another where multiple shell casings were recovered.
Art Battle Philadelphia celebrates 2nd anniversary with soccer-inspired night ahead of World Cup
Art Battle Philadelphia marked its second anniversary with a soccer-themed live painting competition at SPIN Philadelphia, bringing together artists, fans and World Cup energy less than two weeks before the tournament.
Central Berks mourns Officer Kristen Yeager after deadly crash while responding to call
The Berks County community is mourning Officer Kristen Yeager after police say she died while responding to a call Friday night.
Haiti’s World Cup return gives Philly’s Haitian fans a moment generations waited for
Haitian fans in Philadelphia are preparing to celebrate Haiti’s return to the FIFA World Cup, including a highly anticipated matchup against Brazil.
Philadelphia weather: Storms possible before cooler Memorial Day weekend
A cold front moving into the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast could bring thunderstorms, gusty winds and hail to the Philadelphia area, according to FOX Weather.
How to fill out a 2026 World Cup bracket as FIFA launches its online predictor
Fans can now make their picks for the 2026 FIFA World Cup using FIFA’s bracket predictor, as the tournament expands to 48 teams and a new knockout format.
Multiple shootings, robberies and stabbing reported overnight in Philadelphia
Philadelphia police are investigating a violent overnight stretch that included multiple shootings, two commercial robberies and a stabbing.
'Defiant' crowd breaks down doors at King of Prussia Mall before Swatch release, police say
A crowd of several hundred people tried to enter King of Prussia Mall before it opened for a new Swatch release, police said.