Kemberly Richardson
Kemberly graduated from Syracuse University and began her career in television at WNET in NYC. She then headed west to Ft. Wayne, Indiana, working as a reporter at ABC affiliate, WPTA. Up next, ABC affiliate KNTV in San Jose, California. After several years, Kemberly landed back home, in the #1 market in the country, joining the team at FOX5 in NYC. What followed was an exciting path as a national correspondent for the relaunch of BET Nightly News and strategizing in the media division at renowned public relations leader Fleishman Hillard.
Kemberly joined WABC in 2003 where she remains front and center, keeping viewers in the loop with breaking news and exclusive interviews with prominent figures and a long list of celebrities. Some of her most memorable moments include reporting on the September 11th terror attack, Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, historic Superstorm Sandy, a royal wedding in London, along with hosting fashion week specials.
Kemberly prides herself in telling unforgettable stories - protests following Eric Garner's death, George Floyd's murder, and Covid-19 as it hit the Tristate area in unprecedented ways. Whether on the street or in the studio anchoring, Kemberly connects with viewers in a unique way.
Born in Washington DC, Kemberly was raised in Westchester County, New York. Martha's Vineyard is her second home. A beach enthusiast who loves adventure, Kemberly has a fierce love of cycling, fresh flowers, puppies, home decor, fashion and anything that sparkles. Curious, authentic, and fully transparent, Kemberly is soaking up each and every minute of life...stay tuned.
Kemberly's Stories
Sisters give famous masterpieces a makeover with dog kibble in new art exhibit
Move over Monet, New York's latest art exhibit is going to the dogs.
Mystery artist creates viral 'Lego Street' on the Upper West Side
Tiny Lego characters hidden in the pavement on the Upper West Side have been quietly delighting curious New Yorkers for years -- but who put them there and why?
Brooklyn Academy of Music celebrates Stevie Wonder with three-day concert series
The concerts that are spread out over three nights will focus on Stevie Wonder's so-called "classic period" beginning in 1972 when he was just 21 years old.
Flour additive that speeds up mixing, baking could potentially be banned in New York City
A new law could soon change decades-old recipes as lawmakers push to ban a controversial additive that could impact New York staples like pizza.
New cooling tower testing rules in NYC aim to prevent Legionnaires' disease
Effective immediately, the Health Department is requiring building owners to test the water in cooling towers every 31 days instead of every 90.
'Design On a Dime' fundraiser for discount designer furniture raises money for HIV and AIDS
Everything is priced up to 70 percent off retail.
Video shows mob ransacking Church of Scientology in Midtown
Detectives are reviewing video after a large group of young people stormed and ransacked parts of the Church of Scientology in Midtown Manhattan on Saturday afternoon.
Lawn bowling celebrating 100th anniversary in Central Park
A game that has been played for a century in Central Park is kicking off a new season on Friday.
King Charles III visits Harlem urban farm program
The King toured an after-school, urban farming effort that works with young people affected by food insecurity.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla in NYC: Security plan in place for royal visit
The royal family's visit to New York City comes in the wake of the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, which has prompted officials to take a second look at security.