Sydney Cameron
Sydney Cameron is an award-winning journalist who joined the FOX 35 news team in November 2018.
Sydney received a broadcast journalism degree from American University in 2008. After graduation Sydney moved overseas to Auckland, New Zealand where she worked as a volunteer associate producer and editor for a community television series.
Before moving to Orlando, Sydney was a morning anchor and reporter in Johnson City, Tennessee. During her time in the Tri-Cities, she shined a light on the opioid epidemic and the people it impacts. She won a Tennessee Media & Editors Associated Press award for her in-depth coverage about a dangerous illicit drug called fentanyl and its impact on people in the community and law enforcement. She was also recognized as one of the best reporters in the state by The Associated Press.
Sydney also worked as a reporter and anchor in Richmond, Virginia and Columbus, Georgia. She covered regional and national stories including the corruption trial of former Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell and the poisoning of the Toomer’s Corner oak trees at Auburn University.
Sydney loves discovering new places with her husband and young son, reading and writing poetry in her free time. She is a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Sydney is eager to be a voice for the community and address concerns that matter to you. Please feel free to reach out to her if you have a story idea.
The latest from Sydney Cameron
Doctor warns people not to rush out for COVID testing before Thanksgiving travel
An OrlandoHealth doctor says people should only get a COVID test before or after their trip if they have a valid reason.
OrlandoHealth doctor answers Thanksgiving pandemic travel questions
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that people avoid travel this holiday season and instead celebrate in small groups.
Orlando couple honors COVID-19 victims with 220k Christmas light display
More than 220-thousand lights decorate a couple's front yard in Orlando with each light representing a COVID-19 victim.
Former Ringling Brothers ringmaster releases lullaby album to help orphans in Africa
Shipman said the Baby Mine: A Lullaby Collection is unique because not only does the album raise money for the hospital but the children actually listen to the music and take comfort in it.
Local, three-time war veteran goes viral on TikTok, lands on national talk show
In the video that has been viewed 1.5 million times, Papa John tells the story of how he tried to change the year on his birth certificate when he was 17 years-old so he could enlist in the military.
Local, at-risk college students need laptop donations for virtual learning
ELEVATE Orlando is asking for 20 old or refurbished laptop donations to give to students so they can start college in January.
Parents explore kindergarten gap year amid coronavirus pandemic
Experts say parents who are considering a kindergarten gap year should fill the learning gap at home.
Fern Park mom, daughter create 'Free Little Library' to encourage reading during pandemic
A Fern Park mother and daughter got creative and used a recycled newspaper dispenser to create a library in their neighborhood to encourage people to read during the pandemic.
Monday is the 100-year anniversary of the Ocoee Massacre of 1920
Descendants of the victims will walk through a new exhibition at the Orange County Regional History Center to commemorate the day.
Historic marker to be unveiled in Ocoee in honor of 100th anniversary of Ocoee Massacre
The City of Ocoee has four days-worth of events scheduled to honor the descendants of the Ocoee Massacre and the horrific tragedy.