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 beginning his Master's Degree at University of Florida Online this fall, studying Mass Communications in Digital Strategy.
Tyler has many hobbies like writing music, playing soccer, signing up to run local races and playing with his rescue dog, Bella.
The latest from Tyler Thrasher
Massive water leak, power outages shut down parts of Georgia Ave. in Wheaton
A major utility problem is causing widespread disruptions along Georgia Avenue in Wheaton, where crews are working to contain a water leak, restore power and manage road closures. Officials say roughly 300,000 gallons of water have collected in a lower-level sub-basement beneath the Safeway and connected apartment building.
What time is the FIFA World Cup 2026 Draw in DC?
The eyes of the soccer (football) world will turn to Washington, D.C. this week as the city hosts the official draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event marks a major moment ahead of the largest World Cup in history, which will feature 48 teams playing 104 matches across three countries.
'Santa Frauds' and the 12 scams of Christmas: BBB warnings ahead of 2025 holidays
The holiday season brings cheer, and unfortunately, a surge in scams. The Better Business Bureau recently released its annual “12 Scams of the Holidays," highlighting some of the most common tricks scammers use to steal money or personal data around this time of year.
Raccoon breaks into Virginia liquor store, gets drunk, passes out in bathroom
A WILD NIGHT: It's not often a burglary suspect is found passed out in the bathroom, but that's exactly what happened in Ashland when a very curious raccoon broke into the local ABC Store and helped itself to a variety of booze.
Virginia panel to unveil plan for legal cannabis retail market
A state-appointed panel in Virginia is preparing to unveil a long-awaited roadmap for a legal, regulated adult-use cannabis market, following months of hearings and testimony.
FIFA to unveil when, where all 104 World Cup 2026 matches will be played on Saturday
FIFA will unveil the updated match schedule for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in a live global broadcast from Washington, D.C. on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 12 p.m. The reveal comes nearly 24 hours after the Final Draw determines the tournament’s 12 groups of four.
Brian Walshe murder trial in wife’s disappearance begins in Massachusetts
The long-awaited murder trial for Brian Walshe begins today in Norfolk Superior Court, where prosecutors will lay out their case that he killed his wife, Ana Walshe, nearly three years after she vanished.
Pedestrian killed after being struck twice in bus-involved crash on Minnesota Avenue in DC
A pedestrian was killed early Wednesday morning after being struck twice in a crash on Minnesota Avenue NE.
'Deeply saddened': Man dies after fire in Southeast DC
An adult man has died after being critically injured in a fire in Southeast D.C., department officials said Sunday.
One dead in early-morning crash that shut down Route 27 in Montgomery County
A deadly single-vehicle collision shut down part of Route 27 in Montgomery County early Sunday morning, leaving one person dead and prompting a large fire and rescue response.