Meg Gatto

Meg Gatto is an Edward R. Murrow award-winning reporter and anchor. She joined the FOX 8 team in March 2011 and can be seen on FOX 8 Morning Edition.

Originally from a suburb of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Meg followed in the footsteps of her parents, moving to New Orleans to attend college. She graduated from Loyola University with a degree in Broadcast Journalism.

She knew at a young age she wanted to become a reporter and sought out numerous internships and opportunities to fulfill that dream. Along the way, she made lasting friendships that have helped her as her career progressed.

After a two-year stint in Harrisonburg, Virginia, Meg made the move back to New Orleans.

Over the years, she’s covered a number of high-profile stories including the mass shooting at Virginia Tech, the Danziger Bridge trial, BP oil spill, and countless hurricanes.

Meg has been nominated for numerous Suncoast Regional Emmy awards and Louisiana Associated Press Awards. She’s also been recognized by the New Orleans Press Club for her work, including winning awards for breaking news story of the year and general news, among others.

She earned her regional Murrow award for an investigation into the New Orleans Police Department. In her spare time, Meg enjoys spending time with her husband and daughters while also volunteering with a number of non-profits that are near to her heart.

Recent Articles by Meg

French Quarter residents concerned about safety amid sidewalk project

Neighbors call a sidewalk repair project in the French Quarter, a nightmare. In a FOX 8 Defenders report, they explain why they’re so upset as the work has halted with huge holes left behind.

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Published April 28, 2021 at 6:28 PM

The Ties That Bind: Long lost cousins find out they have been in each other’s lives all along

A chance call five months ago changed the lives of two Northshore families.

Meg Gatto

Published February 10, 2021 at 9:45 PM

Mount Carmel grad on the verge of winning worldwide baking competition

A Mount Carmel and LSU grad is within reach of beating out some 20,000 other people to be declared the greatest baker. Baleigh Callaghan credits the power of social media and a creative mind, for helping her get this far.

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Published December 10, 2020 at 5:21 AM

Local family extra thankful after daughter finishes cancer treatment

On this holiday, one local family is extra thankful.

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Published November 26, 2020 at 9:42 AM

Businesses learning to make it work amid pandemic

While the coronavirus pandemic wreaks havoc on many businesses, some are actually thriving right now. Whether it’s because they’ve got a commodity that people want or they’ve adjusted their business model to fit this new world, they’re making it work.

Meg Gatto

Published November 26, 2020 at 9:26 AM

Dedicated group of people provide critical lifeline for seniors amid pandemic

When the pandemic began, it threatened a critical lifeline for so many seniors in our area. But thanks to a special group of people, the elderly didn't go hungry.

Meg Gatto

Published November 23, 2020 at 9:15 PM

9-year-old testifies before lawmakers after controversial BB gun suspension in virtual class

The Jefferson Parish nine-year-old who was suspended from school for having a BB gun in his home, testified before lawmakers in Baton Rouge Wednesday morning.

Meg Gatto

Published October 7, 2020 at 2:48 PM

Vandals cause thousands of dollars worth of damage at City Park

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Published October 6, 2020 at 6:44 PM

New Orleans 311 hotline slammed with reports of non-compliant businesses

As COVID-19 cases across New Orleans continue to rise, the city’s 311 helpline to report non-compliant businesses, is slammed.

Meg Gatto

Published August 7, 2020 at 8:24 PM

Four candidates vie for Orleans District Attorney’s seat

With the announcement that Orleans District Attorney Leon Cannizzaro is retiring, focus now shifts to the four candidates who qualified to take over his seat.With just 100 days until election day, FOX 8 political analyst Mike Sherman says the race is about to heat up, quickly.

Meg Gatto

Published July 25, 2020 at 8:30 PM

Local musician wants guns in exchange for trumpets

He’s known for his skills on the trumpet but now, musician Shamarr Allen is lending his talents in another way, trying to stop the violence that plagues New Orleans streets.

Meg Gatto

Published July 18, 2020 at 7:10 PM

Blaine Kern, “Mr. Mardi Gras” dies at 93

93-year-old Blaine Kern has died. Kern founded "Blaine Kern Artists", responsible for designing, building and staging most of the region's largest carnival parades.

Meg Gatto

Published June 26, 2020 at 5:19 AM

Airbnb offering housing for medical workers and essential workers

Airbnb is teaming up with the City of New Orleans to house medical workers and other essential personnel so they can self-isolate from their families during the pandemic.

Meg Gatto

Published April 20, 2020 at 6:33 PM

Ochsner Health System CEO says COVID-19 cases going down, but serious financial hit coming

Ochsner Health System expects to take a large financial hit because of the coronavirus, according to CEO Warner Thomas.

Meg Gatto and Chris Finch

Published April 17, 2020 at 5:46 PM

Ochsner brings in more workers after 50 employees test positive for COVID-19

More than 300 Ochsner employees are in quarantine right now with 50 of them testing positive for COVID-19.

Meg Gatto

Published March 25, 2020 at 2:03 PM

Joseph Storey Charbonnet to reign as Rex 2020

We finally know the King and Queen of Carnival.

Meg Gatto

Published February 22, 2020 at 5:48 PM

Family searches for answers 5 years after Hano officer’s murder

For one Kenner mother, the pain of losing her son, shot in the line of duty, is just as real today, as the day it happened five years ago. Through her pain, she's formed an unbreakable bond with someone very close to the case, a bond she says has helped her to survive.

Meg Gatto

Published February 13, 2020 at 9:55 PM

Dancing with a purpose: Woman with down syndrome teaches dance class

The young dancers at the Martha Mayer School of Dance perfect their craft, nailing every step along the way. While the goal is to blend in with the team, there’s one person in the sea of black leotards who stands out because of what she’s had to overcome to get there.

Meg Gatto

Published February 6, 2020 at 1:48 PM

NYX to honor Nancy Parker with new playground and signature throw

This weekend the Krewe of NYX will celebrate the opening of an all-inclusive playground meant to benefit children with disabilities. The playground will also honor Nancy Parker who was to serve as the krewe’s grand marshal this year.

Meg Gatto

Published January 24, 2020 at 9:42 PM

WATCH: Two robbed at gunpoint in New Orleans East store

Two store clerks are lucky to be alive after a brazen store robbery in New Orleans on Dec. 17 at around 4 a.m.

Meg Gatto

Published December 17, 2019 at 11:33 PM

Armstrong International offers remote check in for travelers

If you want to save yourself from having to carry you bags inside, there’s a new remote bag drop off location.

Meg Gatto

Published November 22, 2019 at 1:58 PM

Thibodaux family takes the bull riding world by storm

A Thibodaux family eats, breathes and sleeps...bull riding. From humble beginnings training in their yard to winning national titles the Rodrigue boys are taking over the sport.

Meg Gatto

Published November 1, 2019 at 9:50 PM

July 10 rains flooded hundreds of cars in New Orleans

Local car dealerships and repair shops say they’re still inundated with people bringing in waterlogged vehicles, almost a week after heavy rains soaked the area and caused widespread street flooding last Wednesday (July 10).

Meg Gatto

Published July 15, 2019 at 6:44 PM

New Orleans leans on new methods to stop juvenile crime

Leaders at the New Orleans Youth Study Center are taking a new approach to stop juveniles from becoming repeat offenders as part of the city’s plan to clean up juvenile crime.

Meg Gatto

Published June 25, 2019 at 5:16 PM

$8 million needed to repair Jefferson Parish landfill

The parish has already spent millions of dollars on consultants, contractors and construction to fix the stench at the dump.

Meg Gatto

Published June 19, 2019 at 5:14 PM

Hundreds attend memorial for bicyclists killed after Endymion parade

In an emotional ceremony, the victims’ family members watched as ghost bikes were erected in their honor.

Meg Gatto

Published March 9, 2019 at 11:08 PM

FOX 8 Defenders: Tree grows out of pothole left untouched for years

Three years. That's how long some Seventh Ward neighbors say they've had to deal with a massive pothole so big, a tree grew out of it. Fed up, they turned to the FOX 8 Defenders for help.

Meg Gatto

Published February 21, 2019 at 9:20 PM

Former Mardi Gras Indian chief speaks out against violence in Central City

Kendell Trepagnier, a former chief with the Black Eagles Mardi Gras Indians, is sick of the violence tainting a beloved New Orleans tradition.

Meg Gatto

Published February 18, 2019 at 8:40 PM

Work progresses on Causeway Bridge safety improvements

As early as this summer, motorists could start to see major safety improvements in place on the Causeway Bridge.

Meg Gatto

Published February 12, 2019 at 1:31 PM

Louisiana senators Cassidy, Kennedy react to SOTU address

Louisiana's two senators say they hope bipartisanship can be reached in Washington, especially after President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night.

Meg Gatto

Published February 6, 2019 at 5:08 PM

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