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
What is El Niño? How the Pacific pattern can quiet the Atlantic hurricane season
El Niño is strengthening as the Atlantic hurricane season approaches its busiest stretch. Here’s what the climate pattern means and why it matters.
Partial solar eclipse could be visible over Philadelphia this afternoon: How to watch
A partial solar eclipse could be visible over Philadelphia this afternoon. Here’s when it peaks, how to watch safely and where to see live coverage.
Why spotted lanternflies remain a threat to Pennsylvania’s trees, crops and economy
Spotted lanternflies can damage Pennsylvania plants, agriculture and outdoor spaces. Here’s why state officials want residents to help slow their spread.
Spotted lanternflies are spreading. A bipartisan bill aims to fight back
A bipartisan group of senators wants to make spotted lanternfly control a high-priority federal research initiative as the invasive pest continues spreading.
Man shot, killed inside Southwest Philadelphia home Saturday morning
A man was shot and killed inside a Southwest Philadelphia home Saturday morning. No arrests have been made.
Man, teen stabbed and woman pistol-whipped after East Germantown funeral gathering
A man and a 14-year-old boy were stabbed, and a woman was struck with a gun after a fight erupted at a family gathering following a funeral in East Germantown.
NJ police seek help identifying man whose remains were found in Brigantine in 1982
New Jersey State Police are asking for help identifying a man whose skeletal remains were discovered in a Brigantine marsh more than four decades ago.
Thousands line up for Spirit Halloween flagship opening in South Jersey
Thousands of Halloween fans lined up in Egg Harbor Township as Spirit Halloween opened its flagship store for the 2026 season.
Fake sheriff jury duty scam costs Montgomery County victims up to $23K
A caller claiming to be a Montgomery County deputy sheriff is threatening residents with arrest and directing them to Bitcoin kiosks. Some victims have lost more than $23,000.
1 dead, residents from at least 4 homes forced out after Lansdale fire
One person was killed and residents from at least four homes were displaced after a fire spread through attached houses in Lansdale.