Anthony Johnson
Recently, he received the regional Edward R. Murrow Award from the Radio and Television News Directors Association for his series detailing the history of African Americans in New York City.
In January of 2001, Anthony joined the Eyewitness News team as a reporter. He brought his on air professionalism, detailed knowledge of our region and energetic style to one of the top television stations in New York.
His on-screen impact was on display recently as we watched the Bronx "Baby Bombers" baseball team play in the Little League World Series and the controversy that followed.
He was also one of the Eyewitness News team of reporters and photographers on the scene when the horrifying events at the World Trade Center took place September 11th, 2001. He displayed a tremendous amount of on-air composure and sensitivity during one of the most tragic days in American history. Just minutes after the first buildings came tumbling down, Anthony Johnson was on the air live giving viewers a concise, first-hand look at the devastation and examined the impact it had on the thousands of New Yorkers whose lives had changed forever.
Anthony Johnson has worked his way up the ladder to get into the top television market in the country. Prior to coming to New York, he worked in Washington, D.C. He held a job at WTOP radio, which is the all-news station in the nation's capitol. Following that, Anthony Johnson became Head of Media Relations for United States Congressman John Lewis of Atlanta, Georgia. Johnson was responsible for overseeing the Washington and Atlanta public relations operation. His duties included organizing news events, coordinating daily press coverage, writing speeches and news releases.
Anthony Johnson graduated from Clark College (now Clark-Atlanta University) with a degree in Broadcast Management. Johnson is a native of Bergen County, New Jersey. He is married and has three children.
Anthony's Stories
Amtrak, NJ Transit announce new Portal North Bridge halfway complete and on budget
It is the biggest transportation project in the nation, and it is making good progress, officials say.
Quintuplets graduate together at Montclair State University, credit family's 'encouragement'
Getting the chance to wear a cap and gown for college graduation is exceptional, but when quintuplets do it... that makes it even more special.
Paterson man turns himself into police, charged in killing of beloved street vendor
A suspect is in custody for the murder of a street vendor last week in Paterson.
New Jersey police in Morris County start using spike strips to stop car thieves
A unique effort in New Jersey aims to stop car thieves in their tracks.
Rutgers doctoral student gives birth on same day she defends dissertation
At six weeks, baby Enzo is part of a story of motherhood and tenacity that would make even Superwoman applaud.
City of Paterson renames New Jersey street after two men wrongfully convicted of murder
Boxer Rubin "Hurricane" Carter and John Artis were honored in front of the very courthouse where they were tried and wrongfully convicted.
Friends bid farewell to cherished member of Upper East Side community with special sendoff
Earl Wilcox is going to live with his daughter after halting his chemo treatment for cancer. He became a fixture at The Mansion restaurant 25 years ago when the family that owned the eatery gave him food and odd jobs.
73-year-old woman killed, 4 injured in explosion across from middle school in Old Bridge, New Jersey
One person was killed and four others were injured in an explosion at a business in Old Bridge on Wednesday.
Simulation helps Ridgewood police better handle future encounters with people with autism
In honor of National Autism Acceptance Month, Ridgewood police officers took part in a simulation exercise developed by the JoyDew Foundation to help de-escalate possible situations with people who are on the spectrum.
Burglars ransack store in Montclair, steal thousands of dollars in designer handbags: VIDEO
Store owner Arlene Carrini says the crew of thieves must have had prior knowledge and knew exactly what to steal.