Anthony Carlo
Prior to joining the Eyewitness News team in 2023, Anthony was the Weekday Morning Anchor for News 12 The Bronx and News 12 Brooklyn. He also worked as an Investigative Reporter. Anthony was the Executive Producer of an Emmy-nominated and Press Club award-winning 30-minute crime special investigating the gang behind a Bronx teen's murder. He won an Emmy for a two-part serious news feature exploring the 20th anniversary of sexual assaults on women following the National Puerto Rican Day parade in New York City. Anthony also won two New York Press Club awards for his special reports "Justice Delayed" and "Justice for All: Disbanding Anti-Crime."
These stories examined the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the justice system and the impact of police reform on community following the murder of George Floyd. Anthony was also recognized for his relentless reporting on a corrupt Bronx funeral home opening the door for victims to receive thousands of dollars in restitution.
From the very start of his career, Anthony has prided himself on his work ethic. He exemplified such tenacity at Iona University by successfully juggling a number of internships at CBS News, CBS Sports, FiOS1 News, among others, all while serving in leadership roles in various journalism clubs on campus.
As a reporter, Anthony has covered countless big news stories in the media capital of the world. From major elections to high-profile crime, Anthony established himself as a household journalist in New York City. Following his promotion to News 12 The Bronx and Brooklyn's morning anchor role, Anthony led live coverage in a number of network-wide programs.
Originally from Yonkers, New York, Anthony is a big Yankees fan, an Italian food enthusiast and super-fan of the 'Rocky' movies.
Anthony's Stories
South Bronx community leaders, health experts rally against congestion pricing
Those in the South Bronx argue that less traffic in Midtown means more traffic in their neighborhood, and with that, more pollution.
Congestion pricing causing new battle to park among drivers in residential neighborhoods
Since the plan went into effect a little over a week ago, drivers have become desperate to find ways to park above 60th Street and riding mass transit downtown to avoid the toll.
Passengers sound off as subway ridership ticks up amid congestion pricing
The MTA has long said 80% of revenue generated will go toward capital improvements in NYC Transit - everything from enhancing accessibility to modernizing signals.
Businesses say customers will feel the effects of NYC congestion pricing as prices of goods increase
Some businesses say they're being forced to pass the added cost of the toll onto their customers.
Brooklyn residents on edge as police search for armed carjacking, robbery suspect: 'It's scary'
Residents in a Brooklyn neighborhood are on edge as an "armed and dangerous" suspect wanted in multiple carjackings, and robberies remains on the run.
Ex-NYPD school safety agent's new film 'The Security Guard,' explores shootings, gun control laws
Wilfred La Salle's new film "The Security Guard," provides a unique perspective on the highly charged and often politicized topic and how it relates to gun-related incidents at schools.