PHILADELPHIA - Shiba Russell joins FOX 29 Philadelphia as evening anchor, announced station Vice President and News Director, Jim Driscoll.
Starting Aug. 15th, she will anchor the station’s weekday 5 p.m., 6 p.m., 10 p.m. and 11 p.m. newscasts alongside Jason Martinez.
In making the announcement, Driscoll stated, "Shiba is one of the most respected and admired local news anchors in our country.
We have been fans for years and know the Philadelphia viewers will embrace her passion and professional approach." Most recently, Russell served as a weekday evening anchor for WXIA/11Alive (NBC Atlanta).