Briana Scalia
Briana Scalia is a Digital Content Creator with FOX 5 NY, where she covers breaking and featured news stories in New York City and the surrounding communities in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
A Long Island native, Briana comes to FOX 5 from The New York Times, where she spent three years as a news assistant to the National Desk. During her tenure at the Times, she covered a wide range of events, from the 2024 presidential election and the pro-Palestinian campus protests to the Uvalde school shooting. She also contributed to the making of The Daily’s "One Million" episode, which told the stories of those who had lost loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Briana graduated from Fordham University with majors in journalism and political science and a minor in American studies. She also served as The Fordham Ram’s Opinion Editor for four years and Executive Editor for two.
The latest from Briana Scalia
Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting: Time, performances, street closures
Here's everything to know about the Rockefeller Christmas tree — from this year’s details to its history, location and a look back at photos from the last decade.
NYPD agrees to stricter practices on immigration enforcement post Department of Investigation probe
New York City's Department of Investigation (DOI) found that the NYPD, overall, complies with sanctuary city laws.
James Solomon wins Jersey City mayoral race, AP projects
Councilman James Solomon will become Jersey City's next mayor, the Associated Press projects.
Trump administration considering withholding SNAP payments from certain Democrat-led states
The Trump administration said that it will withhold SNAP food aid from recipients in most Democratic-controlled states starting next week.
NYU student attacked near campus during her morning commute
An NYU student was attacked on her commute to class yesterday morning, Dec. 1.
Luigi Mangione back in NYC court: What's next
His attorneys say police spoke with him for 17 minutes before advising him of his rights and that he was never free to leave, given the large police presence.
School closings and delays in NY, NJ, CT for Tuesday, Dec. 2
Track school closings and delays for Tuesday, Dec. 2 in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut here.
2 men in custody for allegedly firing gun in Times Square subway station: NYPD
Two men are currently in custody for allegedly firing a gun inside the Times Square subway station, according to the NYPD.
Snow forecast for NYC-area: NJ declares partial state of emergency
Governor Phil Murphy has declared a state of emergency for Northwestern New Jersey due to a significant winter storm that will hit tomorrow.
Over $1M in merchandise stolen from SoHo jewelry store: NYPD
Four suspects stole $1 million in merchandise from a SoHo jewelry store, according to the NYPD.