Joe Calabrese
Joe Calabrese is a digital journalist for FOX 5 New York, FOX 29 Philadelphia and FOX 5 DC.
Over his career, Joe has worked in several top media markets including Washington, D.C., Cleveland and, most recently, Los Angeles. A New Jersey native, Joe has now returned home to the East Coast.
Joe has covered several major breaking news stories, like the COVID-19 pandemic in rural Ohio, the Capitol Riot on Jan. 6, 2021, the deadly Southern California wildfires of 2025 and more. Joe enjoys covering a vast range of topics, including sports and politics, using his skills in data journalism, web development and interactive graphics to bolster his storytelling.
In addition to his day job, Joe teaches future journalists at his alma mater, the University of Southern California.
Story idea or feedback? Email Joe at FTSDigitalNortheast@fox.com
The latest from Joe Calabrese
Pennsylvania State Trooper shot and killed during traffic stop in Chester County
A Pennsylvania State Police Trooper was shot and killed during a traffic stop Sunday night in West Caln Township.
FBI searches 2 Bucks County homes in connection with NYC protests
The FBI and local police investigated two Bucks County homes Sunday afternoon in connection with protests in New York City on Saturday where two people were arrested for allegedly trying to set off improvised explosive devices.
'Suspicious device' found in vehicle in Manhattan tied to NYC protest investigation
The NYPD Bomb Squad has safely removed the device and taken it for testing. Officials said the investigation is connected to Saturday's protests near Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence.
Human remains found at Ridley Creek State Park
A pair of hikers found human remains in Ridley Creek State Park.
PPD look to ID woman hospitalized for 10 months after crash
The woman was hospitalized in critical condition in May 2025.
Fetterman defies Democrats, opposes Iran war powers resolution after US strikes
The Senate voted 47-53 against a war powers resolution requiring congressional approval for further attacks in Iran on Wednesday, with Pa. Sen. John Fetterman the only Democrat to vote against it.
These Philadelphia Phillies will be playing in the 2026 World Baseball Classic
Fourteen Philadelphia Phillies will be representing their countries in the World Baseball Classic.
FIFA World Cup schedule: When are matches in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia will host six matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including a Round of 16 match on July 4.
PA lawmakers react to US strikes on Iran: 'Americans don't want war'
Leaders across Pennsylvania are responding to President Trump's ordered military strikes against Iran on Saturday.
Gang members charged with dozens of Philly shootings used music videos to brag about murders: DA
Nearly two dozen alleged Philadelphia gang members and gang associates were charged in connection with a string of 20+ shootings across the city, including several murders.