Philadelphia city council introduced a resolution to honor the life and legacy of former Eyewitness News reporter Trudy Haynes on Wednesday.
. She was a trailblazer in the journalism industry and a longtime fixture at CBS3, where she worked for more than 30 years.Philadelphia Police Searching For Another Suspected Shooter In South Street Mass Shooting
Haynes was the definition of class and grace and our very own legend at Eyewitness News. She was kind, humble, witty, and known for always being a firecracker. Haynes joined Eyewitness News in 1965 to become the first Black TV reporter in Philadelphia. At times, she faced sexism and discrimination, but she always rose above it and gained respect.Councilmembers Mark Squilla, Katerine Gilmore Richardson, Jamie Gautheier, Derek Freen and Cherelle Parker co-sponsored the bill.