Payton Marshall

I joined the WCHS team in January 2025 as a weekday evening news anchor, and I’m proud to now call West Virginia home.

Before making the move to Charleston, I began my career in Dayton as a reporter, and later served as the weekend morning anchor in Cincinnati. During that time, my investigative reporting and compelling storytelling earned multiple accolades—recognition I credit to a commitment to truth, impact, and empathy in journalism.

My approach to reporting is deeply shaped by my family’s background in law enforcement. I was raised by my father, a sergeant, and my grandfather, a former chief of police. Their service instilled in me a strong sense of justice, integrity, and compassion. That foundation drives my passion for covering critical community issues, especially the need for improved mental health resources for first responders.

When I’m off the clock, you’ll often find me outdoors—hiking, running, or working out at CrossFit 304 in Charleston. I’m also known to make frequent trips to Gabe’s with my co-anchor and shopping partner-in-crime, Gina Marini.

You can catch us on Eyewitness News weekday evenings at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., 10 p.m., and 11 p.m. I’m excited to be here and honored to share the stories that matter most to West Virginians.