Chris O'Connell
Chris O'Connell joined the FOX 29 News team in September 2010 as a general assignment reporter. He also co-anchors the Friday evening newscasts.
After spending 20 years reporting for TV news outlets around the country, Chris moved back home to Philadelphia from Minnesota, where he was an anchor and reporter for KSTP in St. Paul. Prior to that, he was a sports anchor and reporter for ten years at Bay News 9 in Tampa, Florida, where he also hosted a half-hour nightly sports talk show.
Chris honed his reporting skills with stints at WTVR in Richmond, VA, where he was bureau chief and reporter for two years; WGAL and WLYH in Lancaster, PA; and WAMU-FM radio in Washington, D.C.
In addition to an Emmy Award for Outstanding General Assignment Reporting, Chris has been honored by the Associated Press and Society of Professional Journalists for his reporting work throughout his career.
A graduate of Temple University in Philadelphia, Chris worked at WRTI-FM while completing his bachelor's degree in radio-television-film. He spent a semester overseas in London, working at the ABC News bureau. He grew up on Wallingford, Delaware County, PA, and attended Strath Haven High School.
Chris is very involved with The Friends of Alexander Deihl Foundation, a charity helping families of terminally ill children. It was founded in honor of Chris' "Superman" nephew, who suffers from the rare disease, Menke's Syndrome. Chris also serves on the Board of Directors for the Epilepsy Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania.
In his spare time, Chris spends time with his wife, twin daughters and yellow lab Chester at his home in Delaware County, Pa. He enjoys cooking and is a big fan of all the Philadelphia sports teams. Chris' "career highlight" came in February 2018 when he traveled to Minneapolis to cover the Eagles victory in Super Bowl LVII.
The latest from Chris O'Connell
SEPTA's Accelerate plan promises new trains, faster rides
SEPTA's Accelerate plan will bring new vehicles, fully-accessible stations and 21 upgraded bus routes, according to officials.
Lower Merion gas leaf blower ban: hundreds of complaints, fines, $83K in enforcement costs
Hundreds of complaints and fines follow Lower Merion Township’s gas-powered leaf blower ban, with officials considering expanding enforcement staff.
Olney home investigation: Victim's family upset over investigation details, public disclosure
Families voice anger over public disclosure of missing women investigation linked to Eugene Horsch's Olney home as police review digital evidence.
2 family members dead in Pennsauken murder-suicide, police say
Authorities are investigating after a murder-suicide between family members was reported Wednesday morning in Pennsauken, according to the Camden County Prosecutor's Office.
Cinnaminson votes down $76M school bond for upgrades, new classrooms and stadium
Cinnaminson residents are deciding on major school upgrades, including new classrooms and repairs. Tax impact could top $500 per year if both questions pass.
United Flight 93: Lead flight attendant honored for heroism, compassion
Delco native Deborah Jacobs Welsh, lead flight attendant on Flight 93, is remembered for her heroism and compassion on September 11.
Gas prices top $4.59 a gallon in Delaware County, squeezing drivers
Gas in Delaware County hit $4.59 a gallon. Everyday costs are rising and locals are looking for new ways to save and cut back on driving.
18-year-old shot, killed after car crash near North Wycombe in Lansdowne
An 18-year-old man was shot and killed near North Wycombe and Blackburn on Tuesday night in Lansdowne.
'Clearly an issue of privacy': Lower Merion parents sue school district over device policy changes
Seven parents are suing the Lower Merion School Board to challenge new technology rules that remove the parent opt-out for classroom devices.