Dennis Owens Biography

Dennis Owens is an American journalist working for WHTM ABC 27 as the host and co-producer of This Week in Pennsylvania, the only statewide political talk program in Pennsylvania. He joined the station in 1993 and has served the station for over 3 decades.

Dennis Owens Education

Owens joined LaSalle University in 1980 after finishing his high school education. In 1984, he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications.

Dennis Owens Career

Owens for WHTM ABC 27 as the host and co-producer of This Week in Pennsylvania, the only statewide political talk program in Pennsylvania. On that show, he has had guests like congressmen and women, governors, senators, and a who’s-who of political powerbrokers in Pennsylvania. He’s a familiar face at the State Capitol and one of the most respected TV reporters on that beat. His state government broadcasts appear daily on Nexstar-owned stations across the commonwealth.

Owens has served the station for over 3 decades and has held several roles during this time. He started as a weekend sports anchor under Sports Director Gregg Mace. In that role, he broadcast the World Series, baseball’s Spring Training, Bowl Games, NASCAR races, Super Bowls, and Penn State football. However, he holds most pride in co-creating Friday Night Football, a program that marked its 25th anniversary in 2021. That show continues to display cheerleaders, high school athletes, and bands that make Friday nights unique across Central Pennsylvania.

Owens switched to news in 1999, co-anchoring Live at Five. That opportunity helped him showcase his ability to bond with viewers and the community, including going to the local fair, jumping out of airplanes, and learning to make Easter eggs. His warmth, personality, and love of the Midstate were always on display. He was then called to the anchor desk, fFrst with Valerie Pritchett at 7 p.m. and then Alicia Richards at 6 p.m.

Owens has always had a passion for storytelling and journalism. He has received over 70 Regional Emmy Awards nominations, winning 15, including Best Anchor in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Also, he was honored with the prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award for his report on the influence of lobbyists in Harrisburg.

Dennis Owens Age

Owens likes to keep his personal life private and hence has not yet disclosed the year and month he was born. It is, therefore, not known when he celebrates his birthday. However, he might be in his 50s.

Dennis Owens Height

Owens stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.

Dennis Owens Family

Owens is a Philadelphia native, but has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight; hence, he has not disclosed any information about his parents. It is also not known if Owens has any siblings.

Dennis Owens Wife

Owens is very private about his personal life; therefore, it is not known if he is in any relationship. He lives in Cumberland County, outside Harrisburg, with his family. He is an eternal optimist who is proud of hilly sports, as painful as that can be.

Dennis Owens Net Worth

Owens has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which he has earned through being a journalist.

Dennis Owens Salary

Owens earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.