Katie Katro
Through naturalization, Katie became an American citizen at 14 years old.
Katie speaks fluent Albanian and is very involved in the Albanian community in Northeast Philadelphia. Her diverse background led her to want to pursue a career in journalism to tell people's stories who need representation.
Katie grew up watching Action News to learn about American culture and traditions in her new hometown of Philadelphia.
Katie is a proud graduate of Abington High School (go Ghosts!) It was through Abington's strong communications program that she was able to dive into journalism, producing news pieces that she shot and edited for Abington's cable channel. During her senior year, she was editor-in-chief of her high school's paper, The Abingtonian, and was awarded the Congressional Award Gold Medal for doing more than 400 hours of community service.
Katie majored in journalism at Temple University, where she graduated with 15 competitive internships across New York City, Philadelphia and Washington D.C.
Immediately after graduation, Katie began working at 5NEWS in Fayetteville, Arkansas as a field reporter and fill-in anchor. Katie then worked as a reporter and fill-in anchor at WTIC in Hartford, Connecticut where she also served on the Communications Advisory Board for Manchester Community College, mentoring college students.
Katie loves giving back by helping student journalists get their foot in the door. In her free time, you can find Katie cooking Albanian dishes or watching the English Premiere (football not soccer). She is very interested in learning about other cultures, which is why she has visited more than 15 countries!
Katie is very active on social media and loves connecting with viewers there, where she develops and enterprises many stories.
Katie's Stories
Philadelphia police cracking down on aggressive driving in specific neighborhoods
Police say aggressive driving has become the new norm and they're tackling that by having officers out during rush hour to make sure drivers and pedestrians are safe.
'I need a place to live': Over 100 residents displaced after fire at Philadelphia apartment complex
"I need a place to live, I need a roof over my head. I'm sad. I don't want to be homeless," one resident said.
1 dead, 3 others injured after shooting breaks out in Southwest Philadelphia: Police
According to police, two juveniles and two adults were found suffering from gunshot wounds at the scene.
Skimming device used on several debit cards at credit union in Bucks County: Police
Police have a photo of a person who they believe installed the skimming device.
Mass shooting suspect's father accused of setting relative on fire in Philadelphia: Sources
Sources say the suspect is the father of 40-year-old Kimbrady Carriker, who is accused of killing five people in Kingsessing last July.
AMA Supercross returns to Philadelphia for the 1st time in more than 40 years
Bikers will be competing on a massive, dirt obstacle course.
Arrest warrant for Pa. State Rep. Kevin Boyle withdrawn, Philadelphia DA says
The arrest warrant for Pennsylvania State Rep. Kevin Boyle has been withdrawn, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announced on Monday.
South Philadelphia bakery temporarily closes its doors after old-world oven breaks
Phillip Faragalli says crews from the city have been working outside the bakery. In mid-February, he says he felt the whole building shake.
Former Girard College teacher, Boy Scout leader accused of sexually abusing child
The investigation began on January 25, 2024, when police were contacted about the possible sexual assault of a child.
Cancer patient dealing with family crisis among those displaced in Philadelphia rowhome collapse
Action News spoke with one resident who says this incident is extremely difficult to process.