Doug Shimell

Doug Shimell joined NBC10 in 1995. Prior to joining NBC 10, Shimell reported for FOX News Philadelphia, reported and anchored for WDAF-TV in Kansas City,  Missouri, and was a political reporter and tornado chaser for KFOR-TV in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 

Shimell’s work had brought about positive change in many areas, including a Pennsylvania law that protects against identity theft, the arrests of scam contractors, and the closings of inhumane puppy mill pet stores.  His reports on the illegal Mexican diet pill trade resulted in an FDA ban on certain drugs.  His reports on political corruption in Texas brought arrests and resignations.  While working as a political reporter in Oklahoma, Shimell’s story on illegal campaign contributions to an Oklahoma governor made him the object of a “State of the State” speech and ultimately led to the Governor’s resignation.
 
Locally, Shimell has covered several high-profile stories, including the Tom Capano/Anne Marie Fahey murder case and the Amy Grossberg/Brian Peterson infant murder case. His work has also been acknowledged with awards from the Associated Press, Society of Professional Journalists, National Press Photographers Association, The Livingston Awards and numerous local press club honors.
 
Born in New Rochelle, New York, Shimell grew up in Connecticut.  He graduated from the University of South Carolina with a degree in Journalism. He is an avid tennis player, workout buff and is captain of NBC10's "Fighting Peacocks" Silver medal Dragonboat team.

His fledgling acting career has also landed him roles in movies filmed in Philadelphia such as, "Booted," "Calendar Girl" and "Mancation."
 
Shimell resides in Montgomery County with his family.

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