Maggie Kent
She wakes up "dark and early" on Saturday mornings to anchor the broadcast and start the weekend off right. During the week you can find her "hitting the streets."
During her time with Action News, she's covered countless stories, connecting with viewers throughout the Delaware Valley. From the Shore to the Poconos, she's where the community's stories are, proudly lending a voice and a platform to our neighbors.
Maggie started her career carrying her own camera through the streets of the Bronx as a multimedia journalist and reporter for News 12 The Bronx and Brooklyn. She eventually became the evening anchor, and it was there that she was nominated for an Emmy Award.
In 2016, Maggie joined the team at WCBS in New York City. There, she covered a wide range of stories including the 2016 Presidential Debate at Hofstra University, terrorist attacks, storm coverage, and countless local and international issues.
Maggie is a graduate of Montclair State University and holds a bachelor's degree in Broadcasting.
She grew up in the Italian Market, receiving her education in the Philadelphia Public School System and is a graduate of Central High School (267!).
Maggie is a true foodie, who loves to patronize local spots for lunch in the news van.
She is a proud wife and mother.
Maggie's Stories
Philadelphia Parking Authority to reopen former Greyhound Bus terminal in May
With a busy summer tourist season approaching, the former Greyhound bus station at 10th and Filbert streets is reopening.
Backlash over School District of Philadelphia's revised facilities plan to close 17 schools
Several city councilmembers spoke out, arguing a vote on the plan to close some schools is being rushed
Dress code drama at CAPA high school in South Philadelphia
As temperatures are spiking, so are tensions at a high school in South Philadelphia about what students should be wearing to class.
New recommendations after Bucks County Chiefs Association releases findings on Quakertown protest
A new independent report says police actions during an anti-ICE rally in Quakertown earlier this year were consistent with established training.
West Chester-based QVC plans to file for bankruptcy, according to federal filings
In federal filings, the West Chester-based company explains it plans to continue operations during the proceedings.
Taste of summer: Spring heat to break records this week
Philadelphia is getting a taste of summer this week, as the region experiences record heat.
Local congressman introduces gas tax relief bill as prices at the pump soar
PHILADELPHIA - Drivers across the region say they are being forced to make difficult choices as gas prices continue to climb.
At the finish line: IBX employee celebrates 30 years of the Broad Street Run
At one time, the Broad Street Run saw 1,000 participants. Now at 40,000 strong, it's the largest 10-mile race in the nation.
Family of New Jersey man shot in road‑rage incident continues fight for his recovery
Nearly two years after a road rage shooting left Kishan Patel severely injured, his family has brought him home to Voorhees, New Jersey.
3 dead after house fire in Chester, including 11-year-old girl
Fire investigators have recovered the bodies of two women and a child from the remains of a home after a fire early Wednesday morning in Chester, Pa.