Cory Sharber is a general assignment reporter for WHYY News. Prior to his stint in Philadelphia, he spent four years between WVXU in Cincinnati and WKMS in Murray, Kentucky.
He’s picked up accolades at the city, state, and national levels, including a second-place finish for Best Sports Feature from the Public Media Journalists Association.
He’s covered everything from school board protests to political events, and even wrote an NPR piece on the Cincinnati Bengals’ appearance in Super Bowl LVI. Despite his fear of bugs, he did a podcast on the Brood X cicada emergence of 2021.
When he’s not out in the field, you can usually find him at a record store, at a concert, or rooting for whichever local sports team is playing that day. If you don’t see him out and about, he’s probably playing video games.
More from the Contributor
Sesame Place announces diversity, inclusion training after viral video sparks backlash
The park’s announcement comes in the wake of several allegations of discrimination against the amusement park.
3 years ago
Philadelphia achieves near complete compliance with city employee vaccine mandate
The city says nearly all 22,000 workers have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine or have exemption status.
3 years ago
Philly’s ‘Heatline’ is seeing an increase in demand amid dangerous heat
The city’s Corporation for Aging says calls to its “Heatline” are up 48% over this time last year.
3 years ago
UC Townhomes protest encampment dismantled; residents vow the ‘fight’s not over’
Residents and activists marched through the streets of West Philadelphia after law enforcement broke up the encampment after weeks of protests.
3 years ago
Thousands flock to 2nd Street Festival following three-year hiatus
The near mile-long stretch between Girard Avenue and Spring Garden Street saw thousands enjoy food, shopping, and the occasional drink or two.
3 years ago
Judge orders UC Townhomes protest encampment be broken up Monday
Judge allows removal of encampment after weeks of protesting at site. Personal property taken by law enforcement must be claimed within 30 days.
3 years ago
2nd Street Festival returns to Northern Liberties this weekend
The festival, which is free to the public, will take place from noon to 9 p.m. on Sunday.
3 years ago
Lady Gaga’s Foundation announces donations to VOICEup Berks and Mighty Writers
The nonprofits were selected for their focus on youth mental wellness and for focusing on practices regarding inclusion, access, and equity.
3 years ago
Philadelphia health experts urge caution amid extreme heat
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for certain portions of the Philadelphia region from Thursday into Friday evening.
3 years ago
National Weather Service issues Heat Advisory for Philadelphia area
The National Weather Service issues a Heat Advisory for the Philadelphia area. Temperatures are expected to reach over 100 degrees to end the week.
3 years ago
The fire broke out at a vacant home where a large quantity of gasoline had been removed by hazmat teams the night before.
3 years ago
Philadelphia braces for another wave of heat as precipitation levels fall below average
The Philadelphia metro area usually sees around four inches of rain per year during July. This year, however, the region received barely more than two inches.
3 years ago