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 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
Howard University offers retirement packages to 600+ employees amid financial planning push
Howard University is offering voluntary retirement packages to hundreds of eligible faculty and staff as the school reviews its long-term finances and workforce needs.
Landover murder suspect dies in apparent suicide after deadly business dispute
Prince George’s County police say a deadly Landover shooting stemmed from an ongoing business dispute. The suspect later died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Man killed in Prince George’s County shooting; police say it was not random
A man was shot and killed Thursday afternoon in Prince George’s County. Police said the shooting does not appear to have been random.
Spanberger intervenes in $67B Dominion-NextEra merger over electric bill concerns
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger is formally intervening in the proposed $67 billion merger between Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy, citing concerns about electric bills and the state’s energy needs.
Flight-control component found separated after fatal Fredericksburg plane crash, NTSB says
A preliminary NTSB report says investigators found a separated flight-control component after a fatal experimental plane crash near Fredericksburg.
18-year-old charged in Charles County shooting death of 19-year-old
An 18-year-old Waldorf man has been charged with murder in the April shooting death of a 19-year-old in White Plains.
Mitch McConnell discharged from rehab, will continue recovery at home
Sen. Mitch McConnell says he has been discharged from a rehabilitation center and will continue intensive physical therapy at home following a fall that led to weeks of treatment.
Bowie State University launches bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence
Bowie State University is launching a bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence this fall, preparing students for careers across technology, healthcare, cybersecurity and other industries.
DC youth curfew zone announced for Columbia Heights this weekend
D.C. police are establishing a youth curfew zone in Columbia Heights for Friday and Saturday nights, restricting groups of nine or more people under 18.
Marine One was less than a mile from commercial jet above Washington with Trump on board: Report
The FAA says Marine One and a commercial aircraft briefly lost separation, but the president was never in danger.