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
Car plunges into Schuylkill River near Kelly Drive; bystanders jump in to help: police
A car went into the Schuylkill River near Kelly Drive in Philadelphia, prompting a rescue response from bystanders and emergency crews.
Kyle Schwarber joins Bryce Harper in Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park
Philly fans are getting two hometown sluggers in the Home Run Derby, with Kyle Schwarber joining Bryce Harper for Monday night’s power show at Citizens Bank Park.
Retired New Jersey township officer charged with sexually assaulting teenage girl
A retired Haddonfield police officer from Maple Shade is accused of sexually assaulting a teenage girl, according to Burlington County prosecutors.
Delaware governor pledges full investigation into Dover traffic stop video
Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer says the Dover traffic stop and arrest seen in a video circulating online is being fully investigated, as state police review the incident and the driver faces charges.
New Jersey to appeal Trump denial of $84M in winter storm disaster aid
New Jersey says it will appeal after President Donald Trump rejected federal disaster aid tied to a February snowstorm that cost the state, counties and municipalities more than $84 million.
Homeowner charged with murder after contractor shot, killed in Roxborough
A 75-year-old Philadelphia homeowner is now charged with murder after police said a 20-year-old contractor was shot and killed Wednesday afternoon in Roxborough.
What is the World Cup Bronze Final? Third-place game history, winners
The World Cup will still have one more match before the final: the Bronze Final. Here’s why the third-place game exists, when it is played and every team that has finished third since 1930.
SEPTA offering free rides home after Home Run Derby, MLB All-Star Game
Baseball fans heading to MLB All-Star Week in Philadelphia will get free rides home from NRG Station after the Home Run Derby and All-Star Game, thanks to SEPTA partnerships with DraftKings and the Pennsylvania Lottery.
2 men injured in separate overnight shooting, stabbing in South Philadelphia
Philadelphia police are investigating two separate overnight incidents: a shooting in Point Breeze that damaged cars and a home, and a stabbing outside a South Philadelphia business.
Spain vs. Belgium preview: Red Devils face unbeaten Spain after routing USMNT
Belgium already ended the USMNT’s World Cup run in ruthless fashion. Now the Red Devils get Spain, an unbeaten giant that still has not allowed a goal in the tournament.