Sylvia Mphofe
Sylvia Mphofe joined FOX 5 in June 2023 as a Digital Content Producer.
She’s extremely excited to be sharing the stories of the communities she grew up in and helped shape her. Sylvia was born and raised in the DMV. She jumped into her passion for storytelling at Old Dominion University where she received her Bachelor’s degree.
Outside of the newsroom, Sylvia enjoys traveling, attending different events across the city, discovering new food spots, and creating content.
Story idea or upcoming events in the D.C. area? Email her at sylvia.mphofe@fox.com or send her a message on Twitter.
The latest from Sylvia Mphofe
Stepdad shoots, kills 15 year old stepson over household chores: police
A man in Charles County is in custody after shooting and killing his 15-year-old stepson, according to police.
2 dogs found dead, 1 feeble after Sterling woman leaves them home alone for months: police
A Sterling woman leaves her dogs home alone for months, two found dead, and another found feeble, according to police.
2 victims refuse to turnover belongings in DC attempted armed robbery, assaulted by suspects: police
Two victims were assaulted by armed robbery suspects, after they refused to turnover their belongings in Northwest, D.C.
3 suspects armed with machine gun at large after morning robbery in Southeast DC: police
Three to four suspects committed an armed robbery in Southeast, D.C. and at least one was armed with a machine gun, according to police.
Honduran migrant arrested for rape on popular Virginia trail
A woman was allegedly raped Monday night while walking on the Washington and Old Dominion Trail, and police fear there may be additional victims. Authorities quickly arrested the suspect, who is described as a repeat offender with a troubling history.
Man shot, killed in Prince George's County neighborhood: police
Prince George’s County police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Tuesday morning in Upper Marlboro, where one man was shot and killed.
Rapper Pusha T launches coffee brand Grindin'
Virginia rapper Pusha T launched a new coffee brand "Grindin.'"
Maryland and Virginia in top 5 for best states for teachers
Maryland and Virginia were both listed in the top five best states for teachers, according to a study.
Naval Academy graduate charged with ‘hate crime’ for removing LGBTQ flag from tattoo shop in Annapolis
A man was caught on surveillance video ripping an LGBTQ flag from a tattoo shop in Annapolis, Maryland.
Mother's social media post goes viral after students 'horseplay' in bathroom leads to 911 call: officials say
A mother's social media post is going viral after an incident at a Charles County school being deemed as “horseplay" by administrators led to a 911 call.