Tyler Thrasher
Tyler Thrasher is a Regional Digital Content Creator for FOX 5 NY, FOX 29 Philadelphia and FOX 5 DC.
Tyler started his news career at WRIC ABC 8News in Richmond, Virginia, as a photojournalist after graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2017.
Also affectionately known as "Thrash" — Tyler worked his way up through the newsroom, becoming a news reporter in Nov. 2019, right before the coronavirus pandemic hit. He covered events ranging from Richmond social justice movements, critical election cycles, and extensive coverage of efforts to change hazing laws in the Commonwealth of Virginia. He also served as one of the team's sports anchors for local coverage.
After a few years, he ultimately stepped into a leadership role at 8News, serving as the station's Digital Executive Producer.
He is currently a graduate student pursuing a Master's Degree at University of Florida Online, studying Mass Communications in Digital Strategy.
Tyler is in the worship band at Epic Church in Center City and has many hobbies like writing music, playing soccer, signing up to run local races and playing with his rescue dog, Bella.
Story idea or feedback? Email Tyler at FTSDigitalNortheast@fox.com
The latest from Tyler Thrasher
Ghana fans celebrate culture, business and World Cup pride before Croatia match in Philadelphia
Ghanaian vendors and fans gathered at Girard College in Philadelphia ahead of Ghana’s World Cup match against Croatia, celebrating culture, business and pride in their home country.
2 dead, 2 critically injured in four separate Philadelphia shootings overnight
Philadelphia police are investigating four separate shootings that left two men dead and two others critically injured between Friday night and early Saturday.
Who could play in Philadelphia’s July 4 World Cup round-of-16 match?
Philadelphia’s July 4 World Cup round-of-16 match could feature Germany, Paraguay, France or Sweden, with France and Germany standing out as the favorites on that side of the bracket.
2 Philadelphia officers injured after suspect reverses into police car, hits officer
Two Philadelphia police officers were injured after a suspect reversed into a police vehicle and struck an officer during an incident in Strawberry Mansion, investigators said.
Cape Verde carries a small nation’s dream into historic World Cup round-of-32 match
Cape Verde reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, continuing a historic run for one of the smallest nations ever to qualify.
Croatia vs Ghana preview: Final group match brings high stakes to Philadelphia
Croatia faces Ghana at Philadelphia Stadium in a Group L World Cup match with knockout-stage stakes for both teams and major implications for England.
PAWS turns World Cup excitement into lifesaving push for Philadelphia’s adoptable pets
PAWS is using World Cup excitement in Philadelphia to spotlight its summer foster challenge, which aims to place 300 animals in homes by July 31.
Curaçao brings ‘blue wave’ to Philadelphia before World Cup match against Ivory Coast
Curaçao fans brought the “blue wave" to Philadelphia ahead of the country’s World Cup match against Ivory Coast, celebrating a historic tournament run for the smallest nation ever to qualify.
Curaçao vs Ivory Coast preview: Knockout hopes on the line for both in Philadelphia
Curaçao faces Ivory Coast at Philadelphia Stadium in a Group E World Cup match with knockout-stage hopes on the line for both teams.
How do thunderstorm and lightning delays impact matches at the 2026 World Cup?
Severe storms and lightning could impact Monday’s World Cup matches in Philadelphia and New Jersey, where France, Iraq, Norway and Senegal are scheduled to play.