Bill Anderson
Bill Anderson joined the FOX 29 News team in February, 2015. He reports on the brighter side of life in his regular news series "For Goodness' Sake."
Bill was a contributor to FOX 29 News and "Good Day Philadelphia" for years before joining the team as a co-anchor for the weekend edition of "Good Day Philadelphia." For three years prior to joining FOX 29, he was a reporter for "Chasing News," an innovative public affairs program broadcast on FOX 29 and WWOR in Secaucus, New Jersey.
For ten years before joining "Chasing News," Bill hosted "Wake Up with Bill," an award-winning talk show on Philadelphia’s 900 AM WURD. Philadelphia Tribune Newspaper recognized Bill's work in the community and named him one of "Philadelphia’s Most Influential African Americans," and Philadelphia Weekly named him "Best Radio Talker."
Bill was panelist in Emmy-nominated FOX 29 series "Black on Black." He is also featured in JAY-Z's documentary of the nationally-recognized concert "Made in America."
Over the course of his career, Bill has interviewed many people, including Presidents Clinton, Obama, and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
Born and bred in the Philadelphia area, Bill attended George Washington University in Washington D.C., earning a degree in marketing and business administration.
The latest from Bill Anderson
Just Cause: Group works together to create positive change in Philadelphia
FOX 29's Bill Anderson shines light on a group of Philadelphians are working together to clean up the city and create positive change, 'just because.'
Push to register voters becomes priority on National Voter Registration Day
There are less than 45 days until the election and the final push is underway to make sure all voters are registered.
Hyundai Hope on Wheels continues fight against childhood cancer
It's tough to talk about, much harder to witness or experience firsthand – pediatric cancer. Right now, research is underfunded. But Hope on Wheels is doing something about it. FOX 29's Bill Anderson has this report.
Company removes unwanted tattoos for free to help promote lifelong change
FOX 29's Bill Anderson has the sory.
Radnor student starts petition to keep Raider name
A Radnor senior started a petition hoping to keep the Raider name but associate it with a non Native American mascot.
Radnor student starts petition to associate Raider name with different mascot
FOX 29's Bill Anderson has the story.
Community spirit remains strong while Labor Day is celebrated across Philadelphia in variety of ways
Labor Day evokes thoughts of going to the shore and breathing the last of summer vacation, but the reason for the Labor Day holiday should not be forgotten. People across Philadelphia were keeping the real meaning of the holiday in mind.
Local 7-year-old using his message to inspire through the power of books
FOX 29's Bill Anderson has the story.
Group of volunteers provides food for people in need
FOX 29's Bill Anderson has the story.
Lower Moreland students start school year with mix of in-school, virtual learning
Lower Moreland parents and students were given the option to learn completely virtually or follow a hybrid learning model that brings students into their school building a few days a week.