Adeja Shivonne
Adeja Shivonne is Digital Content Creator with FOX5NY.com, where she covers breaking and featured news stories in New York City and the surrounding communities in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Shivonne comes to WNYW from CNN where she spent most of her career as an anchor producer, writer and associate producer in New York, Atlanta and Washington D.C. She's covered live programming during the tragic death of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, the Jan. 6 United States Capitol attack, and the Uvalde school massacre.
Shivonne has a bachelor's and a master's degree from the University of Massachusetts. As a student correspondent for the University, she reported live from the Presidential Inauguration of Donald J. Trump and the 2016 Democratic National Convention. She was also the commencement speaker at her college graduation.
Shivonne was born and raised in New Jersey and is passionate about covering local news for the Tri-State area.
The latest from Adeja Shivonne
Vigil in Harlem held for toddler who starved to death; parents charged
A vigil was held for four-year-old Jahmeik Modlin, who allegedly died from starvation, as Rev. Al Sharpton urged community support and action on child welfare issues.
Who is running against Sen. Gillibrand? A look at the US Senate race in NY
New Yorkers will vote between incumbent Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and political newcomer Mike Sapraicone. Who are they? What do they stand for?
Over 500 frozen waffle types recalled from Walmart and Target due to listeria risk
Frozen waffles have been recalled due to listeria concerns, impacting several well-known brands. Check to see which brands are affected.
2024 election update: Trump's technical difficulties, Harris with Lizzo, Usher | Oct. 19
As Election Day 2024 approaches, Donald Trump is facing backlash after a microphone failure at a Detroit rally left him silent for nearly 20 minutes while supporters chanted. Here's the latest, news, polls.
Queens woman bites, punches Uber driver, then steals vehicle before crashing
According to police the woman punched the driver multiple times in the face, bit him in the back and before pushing him out of his car.
Trump docs suggest former president had a Diet Coke while watching Jan. 6 riots
A new dossier of evidence has been released in Donald Trump's federal election interference case after the judge overseeing the matter denied his request to keep the documents sealed.
National meat recall: List of NY, NJ schools impacted
The USDA has released a 342-page list of potentially affected items, detailing schools and restaurants across NYC, Jersey City, and Newark. Check here to see if your location is included.
2024 election update: Polls, news as Trump Jan. 6 docs could be released | Oct. 18
Trump criticized Harris for skipping the Al Smith dinner to campaign in Wisconsin, where a loss could jeopardize her chances in the crucial "blue wall." Here's the latest polls, news and more.
East Orange NJ schools dismiss students early amid massive layoff, cuts
East Orange Schools will have a half-day on Thursday due to budget issues and nearly 100 layoffs, as Superintendent Dr. Christopher Irving cited unforeseen circumstances for the early dismissal.
Trump visits Bronx barbershop ahead of Al Smith dinner in NYC
Trump is expected to stop by King of Knockouts barbershop ahead of the Al Smith charity event, though it's unclear whether he'll be getting a haircut.