Sydney Boyo is a reporter and Multimedia Journalist Associate at NBC Connecticut. Sydney's previous experiences at CNBC's San Francisco bureau and ESPN have honed her skills in digital tech documentaries and video content production.
Sydney earned a B.S. in Communications from the University of Miami, specializing in Broadcast Journalism and International Studies; she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role.
A proud member of the NABJ and hailing from Atlanta, Sydney is passionate about storytelling and connecting with her audience. When not chasing stories, she enjoys reading, playing tennis, watching sports, and exploring new destinations. Sydney is excited about covering diverse narratives across Connecticut and following along with Connecticut’s many basketball teams.
The Latest
-
Civic organization abruptly lays off employees, leaving programs in limbo
Employees of the Blue Hills Civic Association in Hartford say they were abruptly laid off with no warning last week. “We were all shocked and disheartened at the same time,” parent Kerri-Kay Allen said. The organization works closely with the Hartford community, aiding and advocating in schools, community program and more. “We received this email if you will in the…
-
Somers teen to represent CT at the national spelling bee for the second time
Next month, 13-year-old Nathan Settevendemie will represent Connecticut at the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee. “That feels awesome,” the eighth grader said. “I’ve been working towards it.” Settevendemie lives in Somers with his mom, dad and five other siblings: Caroline, Andrew, Lucas, Julia and Liza. They all spell, but some like it more than others. His older sister Julia is…
-
Windsor honors legacy of local veterans for the third year
It’s military appreciation day in Windsor and the community is honoring veterans through spreading knowledge and resources. “We have a history of service in Windsor that goes way back to the Revolutionary War,” organizer and Navy veteran Steve Porcaro said. This is the third year the town and the Greater Windsor Veteran Council is hosting the Veterans and Military...
-
Hartford boxing program helping teens reach their goals
Charter Oak Boxing Academy is the intersection of boxing and education in Hartford. The boxing program provides a place for kids to channel their energy, but also receiving mentorship from community advocates. “Our whole goal here is to keep our kids alive, off drugs, out of gangs, in schools, moving forward to some sort of post-secondary education,” Coach Johnny Callas…
-
West Hartford Center undergoing upgrades as aging infrastructure deteriorates
The reconstruction of West Hartford Center has started. The town says the $10 million construction project is slated to be finished next year. “It’s going to be a little bit painful to go through a construction project like this,” West Hartford’s Director of the Department of Community Development Duane Martin said. “But in the end, when people see the...
-
Women's sports stars continue to inspire future generations
Women’s sports have captured the attention of many globally. “What has led to this really like exponential growth over the last ten years is, you know, access to social media and the Internet,” Quinnipiac University Assistant Professor of Media Studies Brittani Webb said. That attention is now on University of Connecticut’s women’s basketball team as it comes home with...
-
Connecticut protesters join nationwide rally against Trump
On Saturday, people in Connecticut participated in a nationwide rally against the federal government. The “Hands Off!” rallies are protesting President Donald Trump, his administration and tech billionaire Elon Musk. In Hartford, a large group of people and Democratic lawmakers gathered at the Capitol. The lawmakers at this protest gathered to send a message to President Donlad Trump and Elon…
-
Experts say allergies are coming earlier and lasting longer as spring extends
Millions of Americans deal with seasonal allergies each year, and experts say springtime is coming earlier and getting longer due climate change. “The allergy seasons are getting worse,” Hartford HealthCare Immunologist Dr. Philip Hemmers said. “A lot of that has to do with changes in our climate with higher amounts of rain and CO2 levels. The plants just love that.”…
-
Historic church in New Britain is set for demolition this year
St. Peter Church has stood on Franklin Square for 125 years, but now the historic church is set for demolition after the church says it sustained structural damage after an earthquake in New Jersey in 2024. “As soon as we recognized the damage, we stopped using the building to ensure the safety of all the people involved,” said Rev. Michael…
-
Future funding of the Governor's Horse Guard up for debate in Hartford
For centuries, the Governor’s Guard has served Connecticut participating in parades, escorting state heads, helping out the community and stepping up in times of need. On Sunday, the First Company Horse Guard welcomed seven recruits to join the approximately 20 troopers it already has. The recruits will undergo a 16 week-long training session where they learn how to ride and…
