Sylvia Mphofe
Sylvia Mphofe joined FOX 5 in June 2023 as a Digital Content Producer.
She’s extremely excited to be sharing the stories of the communities she grew up in and helped shape her. Sylvia was born and raised in the DMV. She jumped into her passion for storytelling at Old Dominion University where she received her Bachelor’s degree.
Outside of the newsroom, Sylvia enjoys traveling, attending different events across the city, discovering new food spots, and creating content.
Story idea or upcoming events in the D.C. area? Email her at sylvia.mphofe@fox.com or send her a message on Twitter.
The latest from Sylvia Mphofe
Suspect wanted by U.S. Marshal’s Service arrested in Virginia
Police arrested and charged a man wanted by the U.S. Marshal’s Service in Arlington County.
Northern lights forecast for DC, MD, VA: Will we see the aurora again Saturday?
The northern lights are visible to millions in the U.S. this weekend - including some near the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia regions.
Man found fatally shot in MGM National Harbor parking lot
Prince George's County police continue to investigate a fatal shooting near MGM National Harbor that left one man dead.
3 suspects steal $24,000 worth of merchandise, mostly underwear from Victoria’s Secret: police
The Tysons Urban Team arrested a retail theft crew who stole merchandise, mostly underwear, from stores in multiple states.
Tractor-trailer struck bridge in DC, wedged underneath: police
A tractor-trailer struck a bridge in D.C. and was wedged underneath it for an extended period of time, according to officials.
Mother's Day Celebrations and other things to do in DC, Maryland & Virginia
Mother's Day has arrived and there are plenty of ways to celebrate. Here's everything you need to know and other things to do in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
3 suspects steal $4,500 worth of pickleball paddles from Tennis Topia
A store owner in Rockville said suspected thieves stole more than $4,000 worth of pickleball paddles, as police investigate whether the burglary is connected to other similar crimes.
3 suspects charged for car theft, firearm recovered near Tysons Corner
Three suspects have been arrested and charged with possession of a firearm and more in Fairfax County.
2 suspects point guns at victim, demand for property, and assault officer in Northwest DC
Two suspects have been arrested and charged with armed robbery in Northwest, D.C.
Maryland park goes up in flames, $1 million in damages: police
The large playground at Greenbriar Local Park in Maryland went up in flames and sustained severe damage.