Joe Calabrese
Joe Calabrese is a digital journalist for FOX 5 New York, FOX 29 Philadelphia and FOX 5 DC.
Over his career, Joe worked in several top media markets including Washington, D.C., Cleveland and, most recently, Los Angeles. A New Jersey native, Joe has now returned home to the East Coast.
Joe has covered several major breaking news stories, like the COVID-19 pandemic in rural Ohio, the Capitol Riot on Jan. 6, 2021, the deadly Southern California wildfires of 2025 and more. Joe enjoys covering a vast range of topics, including sports and politics, using his skills in data journalism, web development and interactive graphics to bolster his storytelling.
In addition to his day job, Joe teaches future journalists at his alma mater the University of Southern California.
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The latest from Joe Calabrese
Driver dead after fiery rest stop crash in Virginia
A crash at a Virginia rest stop caused one car to burst into flames. The driver died at the scene.
Teens, 14 and 16, charged with murder of Maryland man
Two other teenagers were already in custody and have been charged in connection with the murder, police said.
DC inmate charged with stabbing corrections officer 9 times
The officer was in the hospital for three weeks, according to officials, and needed lifesaving surgery.
Trump and Mamdani met in Oval Office, discussed housing project
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani traveled to Washington Thursday for a meeting with President Trump. The two will reportedly discuss housing projects in the city.
Maryland trooper hospitalized after crash on Capital Beltway
Maryland State Police did not comment on the trooper's condition. The other driver was reportedly uninjured.
Air and Space Museum celebrating 50th anniversary with new galleries
Five new galleries will open on July 1, featuring interactive exhibits, WWII aircraft, the Hubble Space Telescope and more.
Virginia moves 2026 primary election from June to August
Virginia's 2026 primary elections were originally scheduled for June 16. They will now be on Aug. 4.
State of the Union guests: Trump invites Erika Kirk, parents of slain National Guard member
Here's who President Donald Trump invited to join him during his State of the Union address.
Centreville explosion: Crews find leaky gas pipe near home that went up in flames
The NTSB said crews found no other leaks in the underground natural gas pipes.
Man gets 3 years in prison for hitting, dragging MPD officer with ATV
Gerard Stokes left an MPD officer with a concussion and a fractured jaw after dragging her under his ATV, according to officials.