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
FIFA World Cup 2026 last-minute ticket sales begin April 1 on first-come basis
The final round of World Cup 2026 ticket sales kicks off April 1, giving fans one last chance to buy seats before the tournament begins.
Could Philadelphia see one last blast of winter? Polar vortex may bring late March chill
Don’t pack away the winter coat just yet. A polar vortex split could bring one last stretch of cold to the Philadelphia region before the end of March.
Truist Bank warns customers about phishing, check fraud and text scams
Truist is warning customers about common fraud schemes, including phishing, check fraud and scam texts, and how to avoid them.
Where is my tax refund in Pennsylvania? How to check your status
If you’re asking where your Pennsylvania tax refund is, here’s how to check the status of your state and federal returns.
Residents say humming from New Jersey AI data center in Vineland is disrupting daily life
Neighbors near a new AI data center in Vineland say a constant humming noise from the facility is disrupting their daily lives.
Man shot multiple times in Southwest Philly, second man shot outside bar in separate incident
Two separate shootings early Saturday in Philadelphia left two men hospitalized, including one victim shot multiple times.
$10K donation saves Fishtown Girl Scout troop that feared shutdown over cookie sales
A Fishtown Girl Scout troop that faced a possible shutdown after struggling to meet its cookie sales goal received a $10,000 donation.
Record $3.4M Jersey Cash 5 jackpot lottery ticket sold in Trenton convenience store
A lucky lottery player in Mercer County won a record $3.4 million Jersey Cash 5 jackpot. The winning ticket was sold at a Trenton convenience store.
How can it be 80 degrees one day and near freezing the next in Philadelphia?
The Northeast has seen wild temperature swings — from record 80s one day to snow showers the next. Scientists say weather patterns like cold fronts and climate factors help explain it.
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run on Baltimore Pike in Delaware County
A man was killed in a late-night hit-and-run crash on Baltimore Pike in Delaware County. State police are asking witnesses to come forward.