Annalisa Pardo
Annalisa joined the FOX 10 Phoenix team in March 2026 as a weekend morning anchor and reporter. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, she is thrilled to call The Grand Canyon State her new home!
Prior to moving to Phoenix, Annalisa spent six years at KRQE-TV in Albuquerque, New Mexico, most recently as an evening reporter and anchor. While in Albuquerque, Annalisa covered everything from the state legislature to high-profile national headlines, including the Rust movie set shooting and trial. She also was key to her station’s coverage of the abuse-related indictment of actor Timothy Busfield. Her lead story on a local defense attorney’s criminal enterprise—orchestrating the dismissal of DWI cases—earned her an Emmy Award in 2025. Annalisa also won Emmys in 2018 and 2019 for her live reporting on extreme weather at her first station, KIMT-TV in Rochester, Minnesota.
Annalisa holds a Master of Science in Broadcast and Digital Journalism from the S.I. Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Go Orange! She received her Bachelor of the Arts in Political Science at Loyola Marymount University while pursuing a minor in dance.
Annalisa is deeply passionate about the importance of local journalism and believes hearing neighbors’ stories can help foster empathy in communities. Off-camera, you’ll find her in a dance class, hiking with her rescue dog, Franklin, or hunting for Arizona’s best hidden-gem restaurants.
Have a story idea? Reach out to Annalisa via email or social media. She's also on TikTok: @annalisapardo
The latest from Annalisa Pardo
Arizona teen heads to Washington for National Civics Bee
From the desert to Washington, D.C., an Arizona teen is taking his love of civics out of the classroom and all the way to the capital for a national competition.
Local movie Underneath the Glittery Moon to premiere in Scottsdale
The locally made romantic comedy "Underneath the Glittery Moon" in Scottsdale features 100 local actors and supports GiGi's Playhouse.
ASU responds to federal inquiry into visa usage following VP Vance comments
Arizona State University defended its hiring practices after Vice President J.D. Vance highlighted high rates of J-1 visa usage at ASU and eight other major schools.
No injuries reported after West Phoenix tire fire
Firefighters contained a tire fire behind a business near 75th Avenue and Indian School Road. No structures were damaged and no injuries were reported.
1 person seriously hurt following South Phoenix shooting: PD
One person has been taken to the hospital with serious injuries, according to police, following a shooting that happened at a South Phoenix apartment complex.
Arizona woman celebrates one year of life after surviving cardiovascular disease
An Arizona woman who survived a near-fatal cardiac event is urging others to monitor their health. Doctors say symptoms in women can include fatigue, heartburn, and preeclampsia.
Arizona mom receives breast cancer relief from Swig soda's 'Save the Cups' fundraiser
An Arizona mother diagnosed with breast cancer had her medical bills eased by Swig's annual fundraiser.
Arizona researchers lead study on breakthrough Alzheimer's disease blood test
A collaborative study led by researchers in Arizona found that a new blood test improves early detection of Alzheimer's disease.
Three rescued potbellied pigs find forever home at Better Piggies Rescue
Three rescued potbellied pigs, originally saved from a run-down property, have found their permanent home at Better Piggies Rescue.
Tempe Tavern closes its doors amid controversies from recent years
A Tempe bar that attracted considerable controversy in recent years over allegations of underage drinking has closed its doors, according to an attorney representing the establishment.