Beccah Hendrickson
She started her career as a general assignment reporter in her hometown of Lancaster, Pa. There, she did a wide range of reporting, from breaking news to feature stories. During her time in Lancaster, she won an AP award and was nominated for multiple Emmy awards for her series investigating alleged child sexual abuse within Jehovah's Witness, both in the Susquehanna Valley and around the country.
A proud Temple University alumna, Beccah holds bachelor's degrees in both Media Studies and Production and Political Science. During her time at Temple, she was deeply involved with TUTV and Temple Update. It was always her goal to get back to telling stories in Philadelphia and she was beyond thrilled to become a member of the Action News Team.
Beccah is a diehard Eagles fan and an avid runner. You can connect with her on social media at @Beccah6abc. She's excited to get to know the community and tell all of your stories.
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Beccah's Stories
Philadelphia honors 9/11 victims and local Ground Zero responders
City officials, firefighters and police officers gathered to honor those killed on 9/11, as well as Philadelphians who traveled to Ground Zero to help.
Gov. Shapiro announces nearly $100 million investment to revitalize Chester
Shapiro said the funding is aimed at revitalizing the community through projects focused on infrastructure, youth programs, redevelopment and public safety.
Critically injured USPS worker loses leg after being hit by car in Philadelphia
A postal worker is in critical condition after being struck by a car while working on his mail route in the Holmesburg section of Philadelphia, according to police and people who know him.
Gas prices surge ahead of Labor Day weekend, giving drivers sticker shock
Gas prices at several local stations sit above the state average and significantly higher than a year ago.
Woman accused of stealing checks meant for Media, Pa. Little League
A 57-year-old woman is accused of forging checks worth thousands of dollars and stealing money intended for Media Little League, investigators say.
Community members lift car to rescue trapped e-bike rider in Prospect Park
A 44-year-old woman was hospitalized after becoming trapped beneath a Volkswagen Beetle following a crash involving her e-bike in Prospect Park.
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School welcomes students back after 2024 fire
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School welcomed students back to campus for the first time since a fire in 2024.
Coatesville Area Senior High School marching band prepares for season debut
We're celebrating another week of school spirit here at 6abc. This week, we welcomed the Coatesville Area Senior High School marching band to the yard.
Philadelphia School District hosts vaccination clinic as state measles outbreak continues
Amid a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, health officials in Philadelphia are holding clinics to get as many students vaccinated as possible.
Philadelphia schools focus on academics and community ties as district navigates closures
As more than 100,000 students return to classrooms during the first week of school, Superintendent Tony Watlington said he has seen positive signs across the district.