Matt O'Donnell

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Morning News Anchor and Reporter at WPVI-TV (Philadelphia, PA)

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The future of A-I and work

3 weeks ago | 6abc.com | Matt O'Donnell

ByMatt O'Donnell and Niki HawkinsSunday, June 1, 2025 1:02PM6abc (WPVI) -- This Sunday, Host Matt O'Donnell and the Panel took a deep dive into the future of AI and the workforce. Reports indicate that many recent college graduates could lose entry level jobs to AI and robotics. Other topics include more alarming statistics about youth and social media, and who's in in the lead for the upcoming New Jersey Gubernatorial Primary.
Local ties to two bombshell books on the 2024 election

1 month ago | 6abc.com | Matt O'Donnell

ByMatt O'Donnell and Niki HawkinsFriday, May 2, 2025 6:00PM6abc STUDIOS (WPVI) -- This Sunday, Host Matt O'Donnell and the Panel talked about two bombshell books on the 2024 election with local ties - "Fight" by Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes claiming Governor Josh Shapiro gave a list of demands in his vice president interview with then VP Kamala Harris, and Philadelphia/Lower Merion raised Jake Tapper's new book "Original Sin" looks at the claimed cover-up of President Joe Biden's decline.
Trump at 100 Days: The impact of tariffs on the cost of fresh fruit

1 month ago | 6abc.com | Matt O'Donnell

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- As politically divided as we are, most of us can agree the federal government is very different from what it was just four months ago. President Trump's first 100 days in office have featured massive cuts to the federal workforce, the remaking of foreign policy, aggressive immigration enforcement and sweeping tariffs. The impact of tariffs on everyday items like groceries can be seen at the Packer Marine Terminal at the Port of Philadelphia.
Why vandals targeted the 'Philadelphia Portal' in LOVE Park

Mar 28, 2025 | 6abc.com | Matt O'Donnell

ByNiki Hawkins and Matt O'DonnellFriday, March 28, 2025 6:17PM6abc STUDIOS (WPVI) -- This Sunday at 11:30 am,Host Matt O'Donnell and the Panelists discuss a myriad of topics including a thoughtful discussion on why vandals targeted the 'Philadelphia Portal' in LOVE Park; why banning cell phone use for students in school is going out of fashion in Pennsylvania; varying views on the #TeslaTakedown movement; and will the New Jersey Governor's office turn red in 2025?
Inside Story: March 23, 2025

Mar 21, 2025 | 6abc.com | Matt O'Donnell

ByWendy Daughenbaugh and Matt O'DonnellFriday, March 21, 2025 8:04PM6abc Studios (WPVI) -- In this week's Inside Story, Host Matt O'Donnell sits down with Republican U.S. Senator Dave McCormick for an exclusive interview. The freshman Senator offers his thoughts on working across the aisle, DOGE, tax cuts and the new Trump economy.
A talk with Pennsylvania's new Republican Attorney General Dave Sunday - Inside Story 01/26/25

Jan 24, 2025 | 6abc.com | Matt O'Donnell

ByNiki Hawkins and Matt O'DonnellFriday, January 24, 2025 6:43PM6abc STUDIOS (WPVI) -- Sunday at 11:30 am, host Matt O'Donnell interviews the new Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday (R). They discuss the top priorities for his office, how he is already communicating and collaborating with Governor Shapiro, City of Philadelphia Mayor Parker, and many of the local county District Attorneys.
Inside Story looks back on 2024 and ahead to 2025

Dec 30, 2024 | 6abc.com | Matt O'Donnell

ByTimothy Walton and Matt O'DonnellMonday, December 30, 2024 2:01PMMatt O'Donnell leads the discussion as we put a wrap on 2024 and look ahead to 2025. Topics include Cherelle Parker's historic mayoral victory, Pennsylvania going red and the college protests that created controversy here in Philadelphia and across the nation.
Inside Story Extra - The Candidates for N.J. Senate

Oct 31, 2024 | 6abc.com | Matt O'Donnell

ByMatt O'DonnellThursday, October 31, 2024 3:00PM6abc Studios (WPVI) -- In this Inside Story EXTRA, Matt O'Donnel interviews both candidates running for U.S. Senate in New Jersey. The Democrat - Rep. Andy Kim (D) - is a three-term congressman from New Jersey's third congressional district in Central and South Jersey, who made national headlines when he got on his hands and knees to clean up the Rotunda at the Capitol Building after January 6th.
How should Harris and Trump prep for debate in Philadelphia?

Sep 9, 2024 | 6abc.com | Matt O'Donnell

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The first, and possibly only, presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is being held in Philadelphia on Tuesday. It airs at 9 p.m. on 6abc. The time before the debate is an opportunity to cram on the facts, the data and the issues. It's also a time to study one's opponent, look for weaknesses and to study one's own tendencies.
What are the keys to winning the presidential debate in Philadelphia?

Sep 9, 2024 | 6abc.com | Matt O'Donnell

Live StormTracker 6 and Sky 6WATCH LIVEWelcome, Manage MyDisney AccountLog OutMonday, September 9, 2024 12:40PMPHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will face off for a presidential debate on Tuesday night in Philadelphia. You can watch the debate live on 6abc. RELATED: Harris-Trump presidential debate on 6abc: How to watch, what to knowBoth could be seen as an incumbent, while both have reason to push that label on their opponent.