Derick Waller
While in the Southeast and the Midwest, he covered some of the biggest stories of the past decade, including two presidential campaigns in three different swing states.
Derick was born and raised in Richmond, VA, but he's no stranger to New York City. His father lives in Queens, where Derick spent a significant amount of time growing up.
Derick's a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University with degrees in journalism and political science. In his spare time, he loves exploring food and culture right here in New York City and around the world.
He's thrilled to call NYC home.
Derick's Stories
Elevated threat level, NYPD ramps up security for 9/11
While "there is no credible threat" associated with 9/11, the NYPD is treating the event "as an elevated threat environment."
How Con Edison turned the lights back on in the days after 9/11
Con Edison President Matt Ketschke walked Eyewitness News through how the utility turned the lights back on during New York's darkest time.
13 dead from Ida flooding in NYC, most in illegal basement apartments
The cleanup from Ida's remnants continues Friday as New York City looks to recover from historic flooding that claimed at least 13 lives, many in illegally converted apartments.
NYC mayor launching task force, storm response plan after Ida flooding
In response to historic flooding from Ida that killed more than a dozen people in New York City and ground mass transit to a halt, Mayor Bill de Blasio on Friday detailed new initiatives he hopes will help avoid similar catastrophes in the future.
Jericho students wear masks for 1st day of school, some LI districts say masks optional
It may not feel like the first day of school but, Jericho always starts earlier than everyone else. This year they are fully in-person with masks on. At least for now.
Coronavirus Update: Teachers cope with different vaccine mandates in Tri-State area
There are different rules when it comes to COVID vaccinations and mandates for teachers in different parts of the Tri-State.
US Mission asks that UN General Assembly go back to a mostly virtual event
The U.S. is worried that the East Side of Manhattan meeting could turn into a super spreader event.
1 person injured as flames destroy home, shed in Queens
Neighbors called 911 after discovering the fire as it burned in the front yard of a home located between two apartment buildings.
2nd arrest made in deadly 4th of July party shooting on Long Island
Police in Nassau County have made another arrest in a deadly shooting at a Fourth of July party in Roosevelt.
Arrest made in July 4 party shooting on Long Island that killed 1, wounded 2
Police have arrested the alleged gunman who opened fire at a July 4 party on Long Island, killing one and injuring two others.