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
NJ couple, both Port Authority employees, recall World Trade Center escape 25 years later
Former Port Authority employees Vincent and Rosemarie Borst said the events of 9/11 remain etched in their memories as they recalled their escape from the World Trade Center and the fear of losing loved ones.
Newark opens community grocery store to make food more affordable and accessible
City officials and community members say the store is part of an effort to address food insecurity and reduce the impact of food deserts in the city.
Travelers recount restraining unruly passenger on American Airlines flight to Newark
Two New Jersey travelers are speaking out after helping restrain an unruly passenger aboard American Airlines Flight 618 headed to Newark, saying the man became belligerent, made racial and derogatory remarks and later turned physical with other passengers.
Bergen County sheriff's officers perform CPR, save unresponsive driver in Hackensack
Officers broke a passenger-side window to reach an 80-year-old unresponsive driver at the intersection of Essex Street and Polifly Road in Hackensack.
Stan's Sports Center in Hoboken shutting doors after 8 decades as it shifts business online
Stan's Sports Center, a longtime local business in Hoboken is closing its storefront, marking the end of an era for the community.
Swimmers urged to watch for 'purple meany' jellyfish at Jersey beaches
The jellyfish, known as the mauve stinger or "purple meany," has been moving along the Jersey Shore and stinging multiple swimmers.
Vigil held for missing people including New Jersey couple amid Nepal flooding
A New Jersey couple is among the missing after catastrophic flooding near the Nepal-Tibet border, according to family members and local officials.
Man with knife injured in Sayreville police shooting in New Jersey
Residents say the suspect is in his early 30s and may have a substance abuse issue.
Bayonne seals first Little League World Series victory with dramatic walk-off home run
Bayonne's walk-off home run led the team to victory over Massachusetts in the first Little League World Series game on Wednesday night.
City workers furloughed in Edison after town council can't agree on budget
It came after Councilmember Richard Brescher bailed out on Monday's session and no action could be taken on a proposed budget.