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
Eagles fan hit by football after Jake Elliott misses kick against Panthers: 'It hurt so bad'
Philadelphia Eagles fan Jillian Zimmer recalls the moments before and after she was hit by a football after a missed kick by Jake Elliott in the fourth quarter of the birds game against the Carolina Panthers.
Philadelphia 'Open Streets': Car-free strolls return for holiday season
Before the Birds took the field, many were enjoying the sights and sounds of the open streets around Rittenhouse and Center City.
Delco council holds meeting on proposed significant property tax increase
There’s a budget debate brewing in Delaware County as the council is planning to vote on a county budget that comes with a significant property tax hike. The proposal would have huge implications for 2025 and beyond.
Holiday season in full swing as families bring home their real Christmas trees
FOX 29's Greg Payne caught up with local families as they picked out their real Christmas tree to bring home from Yeagers Farm & Market in Phoenixville.
Thanksgiving Day Parade goers in Philadelphia look on the bright side despite showers
Ponchos and umbrellas were a must at the Thanksgiving Day Parade in Philadelphia. But Mother Nature's challenge didn’t stop people from showing up.
Family of man killed in Kelly Drive rideshare crash seeks justice: 'We greatly miss Steve right now'
A family is calling for justice three months after a deadly crash on Kelly Drive. 41-year-old Steven Moultrie was killed when police say the Uber he was in made an illegal left turn. His family is seeking answers.
Woman's body found inside West Philly home, family says; police investigating
The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating after initial reports that said a woman was fatally attacked by a dog in Philadelphia's Mantua neighborhood, may not have been the case.
Water main break creates damage in Northern Liberties: officials
A sidewalk and a vehicle have been damaged after a water main break occurred in Philadelphia’s Northern Liberties neighborhood Sunday.
Thanksgiving food shopping: Why are grocery prices so high?
As prices of food at grocery stores have increased, how much will it cost to make Thanksgiving dinner this year? FOX 29's Greg Payne has the scoop.
Philly trash pickup will be twice-a-week in these neighborhoods
The Twice-A-Week Trash Collection Program is set to launch on December 2 in Center City and South Philadelphia.