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
Montgomery County animal shelter at 'critical capacity' for large dogs, urgent adoptions needed
Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center is urgently seeking adopters and foster families after exceeding capacity for large dogs.
Person struck by Metro train at Brookland station; Red Line service disrupted
A person was struck by a Metro train at the Brookland-CUA station Friday afternoon, triggering significant service disruptions along the Red Line.
Fairfax County Police launch 'Drone as First Responder' program to improve 911 response times
Fairfax County Police are rolling out a Drone as First Responder program to enhance situational awareness and improve emergency response times.
Tractor-trailer collides with train in Culpeper; no injuries reported
Police in Culpeper are investigating a crash involving a tractor-trailer and a train near Heritage Park. No injuries have been reported.
DC weekend forecast: 70s return Sunday after cloudy, foggy week
After days of clouds and fog, temperatures climb into the 60s Saturday and surge into the 70s Sunday as spring edges closer.
NJ man pleads guilty to threatening Red Mass attendees with homemade explosives at DC cathedral
A 41-year-old New Jersey man pleaded guilty in federal court after threatening to detonate more than 100 homemade explosive devices at St. Matthew’s Cathedral in Washington, D.C.
Capitals trade longtime defenseman John Carlson to Ducks ahead of NHL deadline
The Washington Capitals have traded veteran defenseman John Carlson to the Anaheim Ducks for draft picks as the NHL trade deadline approaches.
Fairfax Commonwealth’s Attorney faces new criticism after murder charges dropped in multiple cases
The Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney is facing criticism after developments in three separate homicide cases this week.
Inter Miami to visit White House before DC match after 2025 MLS Cup win
Inter Miami CF will visit the White House on Thursday, March 5, to be honored for their 2025 MLS Cup title before a scheduled match in Washington, D.C.
Is Amazon down? 19,000+ outage reports as users cite checkout, pricing issues
Thousands of shoppers are reporting widespread problems with Amazon’s website, raising questions about a potential outage.