Elissa Salamy
Elissa Salamy is the Digital Content Manager for FOX 5 DC.
Originally from the Philadelphia area, Elissa received a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from Hofstra University's Honors College. She's been on the digital side at Newsday, amNewYork and The National Desk before joining FOX 5.
Outside the newsroom, Elissa runs a biweekly Spanish language meetup in D.C., dances salsa and bachata and loves to travel.
The latest from Elissa Salamy
Juvenile curfew zone set for Navy Yard this weekend
D.C. police have designated a Juvenile Curfew Zone for this weekend in Southeast D.C.
Bowser’s FY27 budget boosts schools, infrastructure spending
Mayor Muriel Bowser’s FY2027 “Grow DC” budget focuses on education, public safety, and economic growth while maintaining core services.
Wootton High School to close early after water main break on parkway
A major water main break in Rockville has forced road closures and prompted the early dismissal of Wootton High School, according to police.
Orphaned bear cubs released back into Virginia wild
Two orphaned black bear cubs rescued in Virginia last year have been successfully rehabilitated and released back into the wild after months of care.
Route 50 construction to cause major traffic delays in Fairfax
Drivers in Fairfax should prepare for significant traffic disruptions as a major construction project along Route 50 begins Friday night.
New warrant issued for Metro assault suspect in stalking case
A new arrest warrant has been issued for a pardoned Jan. 6 rioter who was arrested last month for allegedly grabbing a woman's hair on the Metro.
Additional suspect charged in fatal Dumfries basketball shooting
An additional suspect has been arrested and charged in connection with a deadly shooting at a Dumfries basketball court that left an 18-year-old dead and several others injured.
Maryland seeking to change laws on charging juveniles as adults
Governor Wes Moore says he plans to sign new legislation reforming how juveniles can be charged as adults.
Verdict reached in fatal Rock Creek Parkway collision
A DC woman charged in a deadly 2023 crash on Rock Creek Parkway that killed a Lyft driver and two passengers has now been convicted on multiple charges, but acquitted of second-degree murder.