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
Man convicted in deadly July 4 shooting of 6-year-old to be sentenced Friday
The man convicted of killing a 6-year-old in a 2024 July 4 shooting in Temple Hills is expected to be sentenced on Friday.
20 credit card skimmers found across Fairfax County, Herndon: FCPD
Authorities have recovered 20 credit card skimming devices from ATMS, gas pumps and point-of-sale terminals across Fairfax County.
Trump gives fed workers off on Christmas Eve, December 26
On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to give federal workers off on December 24 and December 26 this year, creating a five-day holiday break.
Video captures moments before white SUV fled Arlington hit-and-run
Arlington police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who struck two people before driving off Thursday.
Gunston Middle School delayed 2 hours due to power outage
Gunston Middle School in Arlington County will open two hours late on Friday, December 19, due to a power outage in the area.
Stabbing reported at Wheaton High School: police
Police responded Wednesday afternoon to Wheaton High School for the report of a stabbing.
Senators push to tighten airspace rules near Reagan National after deadly crash
Senators on both sides of the aisle are pushing to make changes to a bill that they believe will protect air safety near Reagan National Airport.
Violent crime down 21% in Prince George’s, but domestic violence shootings rise
Prince George’s County police announced a reduction in nearly all crime compared to this time last year.
DC snow prep underway ahead of expected weekend snow fall
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Friday afternoon that the District Snow Team would be deployed ahead of expected snow starting Saturday night into Sunday morning.