Greg Payne
Greg Payne joined the FOX 29 News team in October 2023 as a general assignment reporter and anchor.
Greg moved to Philadelphia from Kansas City, MO, where he was an anchor and reporter at CBS affiliate KCTV5. Prior to that, he worked as a reporter at WCTI NewsChannel 12 in New Bern, NC; and News 13 in Stroudsburg, PA.
Throughout his career, Greg has covered some memorable stories including: the 2017 Presidential Inauguration; the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA; the aftermath of Hurricane Florence in North Carolina; the Reverend Billy Graham’s Funeral; Super Bowl LV in Tampa, FL; and the protests and riots occurring in the aftermath of the death of George Floyd.
Greg earned a bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism from Quinnipiac University in his hometown of Hamden, CT.
Greg enjoys trying out new restaurants and attending local sporting events. His fandom includes the Houston Rockets, NY Yankees and NY Giants. He spends his Sundays attending church before watching football and playing fantasy football with friends.
The latest from Greg Payne
Contaminated gas at Wawa leads to thousands of dollars in car damages in Bucks County
Some drivers in Bucks County are dealing with car issues due to contaminated gas at a Wawa station in Richboro. FOX 29's Greg Payne has the story.
Raging fire erupts at historic Pennsylvania home for second time in months
Firefighters battled a massive blaze in Berwyn less than three months after a historic home was left severely damaged by another fire.
Philly sports teams unite in eye-opening initiative for young girls in sports
From basketball to hockey, the six major sports teams in the area including the Philadelphia Union, Eagles, 76ers, Wings, Flyers and Phillies joined forces to allow girls from around the Delaware Valley to showcase their skills.
Parents of CHOP doctor killed in crash speak out as cyclists seek changes: 'Barricades need to be up'
Less than a week after 30-year-old Barbara Ann Friedes, a doctor at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia died in a multi-vehicle crash while riding her bike, calls for action are growing louder in Philadelphia among the cyclist community.
Here's how voters in PA, DE really feel about Biden dropping out of 2024 election
From Delaware to Bucks County, voters share their thoughts and opinions on President Biden’s announcement to exit the 2024 presidential race.
Victims in massive apartment fire work to get back on their feet through Red Cross, city efforts
The city and local organizations are continuing to help the nearly 50 people displaced from the massive apartment fire in Northeast Philadelphia as residents work to get back on their feet.
Port of Philadelphia will serve as Norwegian Cruise Line homeport in 2026
A massive 2026 in Philadelphia is getting even more exciting as Norwegian Cruise Line announced Wednesday it will launch from the Port of Philadelphia.
'Hamburglar' heist: 400 cases of beef stolen in recent spate of Philadelphia cargo thefts
It seems Philadelphia may have its very own “Hamburglars" wreaking havoc on the city's meat supply!
Copa America Final chaos raises security concerns ahead 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philly
Chaos ensued at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Sunday night when soccer fans who came to see the Copa America final rushed the gates near security checkpoints hours before kickoff. With the World Cup two years away from being hosted right here in Philadelphia, many wonder what security measures will be taken to ensure the same does not happen.
PA residents and foreign tourists react to Trump assassination attempt
From Philadelphia to across the globe, folks are in shock after a shooting erupted at a Trump rally over the weekend. Hear some of the reactions.