Briana Smith
Before moving to the Steel City, Briana was uncovering the truth in New York State. She was a reporter and fill-in anchor for Spectrum News in Syracuse and Binghamton. Briana has covered a multitude of topics ranging from politics to crime to the New York State Fair. Briana loves to focus on stories involving veterans, youth and recovery.
If Briana isn't reporting in the field or behind the desk, you can find her volunteering, exercising, traveling, or spending time with family and friends.
Briana is excited to join the 6abc family and connect with the Philadelphia community.
Briana's Stories
Rowers, spectators embrace the rain for the Stotesbury Cup Regatta in Philadelphia
Despite the rain, thousands of fans stood along Kelly Drive to support the hundreds of high school rowers at the Stotesbury Cup Regatta on Saturday.
19 protesters arrested after trying to occupy Penn's Fisher-Bennett Hall
Nineteen protesters were arrested Friday night during a demonstration on the University of Pennsylvania campus.
Philadelphia is cracking down on illegal street mechanics: 'It's a safety issue'
"It's a safety issue," said Philadelphia Police Staff Inspector Michael O'Donnell. "These aren't, that we know, of qualified mechanics. They don't have a licenses or business licenses."
2 suspects wanted for stealing crucifix from Saint Katharine Drexel Shrine in Bensalem
Police say two males are being sought for taking the crucifix from the Saint Katharine Drexel Shrine in Bensalem on Saturday afternoon.
Suspect arrested months after student with autism attacked on SEPTA's Broad Street Line
SEPTA police say 31-year-old Sieed Thomas has been charged with aggravated assault, simple assault, harassment, and related offenses.
Vigil held for 10-year-old boy killed by driver on way home from school in Delaware
Family, friends and the Wilmington community held each other tight as they grieved the loss of a 10-year-old who was killed by a driver on Monday.
Man killed in Camden County house fire; 5 officers and 2 firefighters injured
A house in Camden County left one person dead and several others injured, including five police officers and two firefighters.
Multiple suspects sought after Bucks County park destroyed by reckless driving
Police said at least five people were in two Audis ranging in age from late teens to early 20s.
Survivors, community leaders gather at Center City synagogue for Holocaust Remembrance Day
As they honored the 6 million Jews who were killed during the Holocaust, survivors and family members shared their stories of horror and hope.
Broad Street Run 2024: Everything to know about preparations and road closures
The Broad Street Run Expo opened as the City of Philadelphia begins preparations for the 10-mile race on Sunday.