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
Tuberculosis case reported at Long Island high school
Students and staff at Sachem High School East are on edge after being informed they may have been exposed to tuberculosis.
DOJ investigating claims Cuomo lied about handling of Covid-19
The Justice Department is investigating New York City mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo. Here's the timeline of events that led up to this.
NYC Fleet Week 2025: How to enjoy the festivities
The week-long event is in its 37th iteration this year. Over 1,300 sailors, marines and coast guardsmen will be part of the festivities.
34th Street busway proposed by DOT
The DOT is proposing this busway after the "remarkably successful installation" of a similar busway on 14th Street.
Brooklyn bike lane plans come to screeching halt
New York City's DOT began building bike lanes in certain parts of Brooklyn. One councilwoman said officials representing the areas were not consulted.
Jones Beach Air Show 2025: All you need to know
The annual Jones Beach air show will kick off this Memorial Day Weekend, specifically Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25. Here's everything you need to know to enjoy the show.
Siena College Poll shows New Yorkers prefer 'someone else' over Hochul
A new Siena College Poll of New York State registered voters released today shows the majority of voters would prefer not to re-elect New York Governor Kathy Hochul.
Hudson Yards casino is not in the cards
Wynn Resorts is abandoning its plan to build a casino in Hudson Yards.
NYC Mayor Adams establishes economic council with Israel
The newly formed New York City-Israel Economic Council will facilitate business partnerships between the two governments.
New York considering four-day workweek pilot programs
New York is considering two pilot programs to test a four-day, 32-hour workweek.