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
Maryland AG investigating deadly police shooting at Fort Washington Park
A man was killed after a Maryland-National Capital Park Police officer opened fire during an encounter near the river at Fort Washington Park.
Motorcyclist killed after crashing into dump truck on Prince William Parkway
A 37-year-old motorcyclist was killed after police say he crashed into the back of a dump truck on Prince William Parkway.
Panda Fest brings 90-plus Asian food vendors and panda attractions to DC
Panda Fest is bringing two days of Asian street food, cultural performances, merchandise and family activities to downtown Washington.
Mail ballot delays put Postal Service under scrutiny before midterm elections
Mail ballot delays and President Donald Trump’s push for changes are putting the U.S. Postal Service under scrutiny ahead of the midterm elections.
Virginia employers must now list pay ranges in job postings. Here’s what changed
Virginia’s new pay transparency law requires employers to disclose pay ranges and limits how salary history can be used during hiring.
Public invited to help name redevelopment of former Six Flags site
The public can help choose a new name for the former Six Flags America site in Prince George’s County. Which option would you pick?
3 injured, including juvenile girl, in Southwest DC triple shooting
Two men were hospitalized and a juvenile girl was grazed by gunfire in a triple shooting in Southwest D.C., police said.
Man shot after grabbing officer’s gun during Annandale domestic incident, police say
Fairfax County police say a man was shot after emerging from a wooded area and grabbing an officer’s gun during a domestic incident in Annandale.
5-year-old riding scooter critically injured in Southeast DC hit-and-run
Police are searching for a driver who struck a 5-year-old riding a scooter in Southeast D.C. and drove away.
West Virginia flood recovery continues as crews remove hundreds of tons of debris
West Virginia’s flood recovery is moving forward as crews clear debris, repair roads and help families in the hardest-hit communities.