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
Jersey Shore town enacts emergency curfew as large crowd devolves into fights, disorder
Police say they arrested six people during a rowdy pop-up party along the beachfront in Long Branch on Tuesday night.
2-month-old baby boy dies in Bayonne; investigation underway
The infant's death is being called a murder, but the cause of death is unknown.
New Jersey swim team left without pool after Wayne Community Center abruptly ends agreement
The Rebels Aquatic Team says the Wayne Community Center told them the team can no longer use the facility, leaving more than 100 youth swimmers without a pool in the middle of the season.
24-year-old elected mayor of NJ town as incumbent faced backlash in wake of massive warehouse fire
Incumbent Michael Melham faced backlash for his handling of a massive warehouse fire that shut down schools for more than a week.
Enter Thomas Edison's world at the lab where modernity buzzed to life
The Thomas Edison National Historical Park offers a rare, immersive look at one of the most prolific minds in American history.
Police searching for man who allegedly strangled goose to death in Jersey City
An animal rescue group says someone killed a goose with his bare hands in Jersey City and are now calling on the police to conduct an investigation.
Iconic Jersey City hot dog stand could be forced to close after decades in Journal Square
The owner of Boulevard Drinks blames gentrification and says his restaurant is just the latest business to be forced out of Journal Square.
Inside Thomas Edison's legendary lab in West Orange
The Thomas Edison National Historical Park offers a rare, immersive look at one of the most prolific minds in American history - and the place where innovation became an industry.
NJ Gov. Sherrill celebrates 100 days in office with new permit initiative
Thursday marks Governor Mikie Sherrill's 100th day in office, and she's celebrating with what she is calling a 'game-changing initiative.'
Mark Rober, Disney team up to make young leukemia survivor's dream come true
A mother worked with Make-A-Wish to surprise her son with his favorite YouTuber after a tough year battling a rare form of leukemia.