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@KYWNewsradio Crime & Justice Reporter & ‘Gone Cold KYW’ Kristen.johanson @kywnewsradio .com

Philadelphia, PA
Joined April 2009
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4 years
This just happened. #Philly
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Early voting line GROWING in #Philly outside of City Hall ⁦ @KYWNewsradio
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#MISSING : 13yo Jada Blackwell was last seen yesterday at 5p in a Germantown on East Haines Street. She’s 5'2", 130 lbs and frequents West Philly. @PhillyPolice ask anyone with any information on where she is to call Northwest Detectives: 2156863353 @KYWNewsradio
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#philly @Phillypolice & National Guard take a knee honoring #GeorgeFloyd and breaking tension with protesters (as I try to go live) ⁦ @KYWNewsradio
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Incredible Philadelphia 4th grader Kylie Peters should give everyone hope for the future of this city. Her poem about kids living with gunfire & in bloodshed is just stunning. She puts her spin on ⁦⁦ @MeekMill ⁩’s Dreams & Nightmares. Worth watching. ⁦ @KYWNewsradio
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BREAKING: 3 people stabbed right inside entrance of the Macys at 15th & Market Streets in Center City. One is dead, two others expected to survive. @KYWNewsradio
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We have had 65 people murdered in #Philly so far this year, some innocent bystanders, teenagers, children. But one person MAY have #Coronavirus in the city and leaders, the media, officials jumping into action and seemingly panic. I’m being serious: am I missing something?
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4 years
Philadelphia’s last remaining Pearl Harbor survivor Alex Horanzy died this afternoon at age of 98. He was a true gentlemen, rejecting any notion he was a hero, choking up as he spoke of those who died that “day which will live in infamy” Rest easy hero.❤️
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#BREAKING : #Philly Judge DENIES bail and emergency petition in probation violation case against @MeekMill , calls him a “danger to the community” and calls him a flight risk. @KYWNewsradio #MeekMill
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Like I said @MeekMill EVERYDAY:
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Cherri “I'm Just Here for the Comments” Gregg
3 years
Social media activists have brought their work onto the streets. IG activist @NoGunZonePhilly speaks at a rally at the #ArtMuseum . Calling for accountability for #GunViolence in the Black community in #Philly .
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The line for @TU_Police Officer Chris Fitzgerald is around the corner. That Temple police car with no plate…was his @KYWNewsradio
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Very peaceful protest on the Art Museum steps in #Philly for #GeorgeFloyd @KYWNewsradio
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2 years
Sources: 20yo woman killed this morning at Broad/Ellsworth, filed for protection from abuse this morning. She was walking from 3rd district to work when they say her ex bf confronted her & shot her 10 times-at one point standing over her lifeless body. @WomenAgnstAbuse
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1 year
#NEW : A Philly judge has dismissed Mumia Abu Jamal’s 6th appeal attempt. The 68yo was convicted in 1982 of killing Officer Danny Faulkner. More on what the judge said in her order/opinion coming up on @KYWNewsradio
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#BREAKING : A Philly judge has JUST tossed the case against former @PhillyPolice officer Ryan Pownall, saying basically DAO didn’t properly handle grand jury presentment. As of now: Pownall faces NO charges. He was accused of fatally shooting David Jones 2x in back. @KYWNewsradio
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2 years
If you watched @soledadobrien ’s ‘Black & Missing’….
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WJZ | CBS Baltimore
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#BREAKING : Police have arrested Michael Robertson and charged him with murder in the 2017 disappearance of Akia Eggleston, authorities say.
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Sister of Srgt Robert Wilson III who was killed 5 years ago is outraged his mural defaced a few days ago, standing with ⁦ @PhillyMayor @PPDCommish ⁩ ⁦ @SenTonyWilliams ⁩ ⁦ @RepMcClinton ⁩ & neighbors, family of friends. $11,000 reward. ⁦ @KYWNewsradio
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3 months
Breaking: former Philly police commander Joe Bologna acquitted of assault charges. More on @KYWNewsradio
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1 year
A Philly judge just sent. a man on 3rd gun conv. to 11 1/2 to 23 mos house arrest, after def., who has significant mental health issues, threatened a gma & 19yo grandson on block putting gun to head, shot up victim’s car. Def prev. spent time in Fed prison for guns. Had 50 mag
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Please pray for the family of the fallen @PhillyPolice officer. We heard the wails of their grief as the loaded the 22yr veteran into the medic unit to go to the MEs office. I’ve heard that same heartbreak many times before, it’s crushing. It stays with you. They need prayers.
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Just got a call from my friend about his 16yo shot 3 months ago in Southwest Philly & now needs a heart transplant. My friend is a single dad of 3, works tirelessly to provide for them. He’s obviously devastated. Maybe prayer works, maybe it doesn’t, but if you can, please pray❤️
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Officers from ⁦ @TU_Police ⁩ pay respects & drop flowers at growing memorial for their fellow Ofc. Chris Fitzgerald @PAStatePolice ⁩ ⁦ @DrexelNews @PhilaSheriff ⁩ (where Fitzgerald used to work) have also stopped by, as well as many ⁦ @TempleUniv ⁩ students
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Taking the week off, following the unexpected death of my beloved grandmother. She was the daughter of Italian immigrants & was kind to everyone she met, even if she didn’t like them. She loved painting, flowers & watching Tiger Woods play. I wish I had her poise & grace❤️
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4 years
Investigation into ⁦ @GrittyNHL ⁩ is over. ⁦ @PhillyPolice ⁩ say there was no assault ⁦ @KYWNewsradio
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3 years
Currently sitting in my place, blocks from the Art Museum & yet, I can hear every echo of @MeekMill ’s mic check. It’s always an incredibly disruptive weekend, but would be worth it if these “stars” fundraised for Philly schools, homeless, non-profits: anything would help.
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3 years
This is Zachary Lean. He was delivering groceries near 3rd & Christian Tuesday around 10pm for ⁦ @Shipt ⁩, when police say a group of teens on bikes sucker-punched him. He fell to the ground seizing & is now in a coma, fighting for his life. His family is begging for answers.
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2 years
@PhillyPolice ⁩ & Philly Sheriff arrest a 17yo they say was sitting outside the Criminal Justice Center on 13th Street in a stolen car, with a gun on his lap (& smoking weed) @KYWNewsradio
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2 years
It’s incredible to me how some Philly judges walk into the CJC at 10am & walk out for the day around 2pm…
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2 years
Hey guys, any chance we can we turn off the fountain on windy days? (Lots of soaked people walking by 😆) @PhilaParkandRec
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2 years
By my count: 32 people have been shot this weekend in Philadelphia, since 1030p on Friday. 5 of those victims are dead
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4 years
Just a thank you to all who have reached out about my Godfather Greg Rodden & his sudden death a week ago. Spent 28yrs as homicide detective-assigned to investigate murders of @PhillyPolice officers Fred Cione, John Pawlowski & Patrick McDonald. He LOVED this city & the people💙
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Since Friday, 10 teenagers have been shot in #Philadelphia . Miraculously, none have (reportedly) died, likely thanks to amazing docs & nurses from @PennMedicine @TempleHealth @EinsteinHealth & Chestnut Hill Hospital who are too familiar with how to save people from shootings.
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Just a quick shoutout to the @PhillyPolice who are walking, standing & sitting in the rain trying to make sure this city doesn’t erupt. And who may not have been able to watch or listen to this game. #thankyou
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1 year
The body of ⁦ @TempleUniv ⁩ police Officer Christopher Fitzgerald is brought into the Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul in Center City. Viewing begins this morning followed by funeral. ⁦ @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
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You Twitter trolls are funny...in the last 24 hours I’ve been accused of being pro-Krasner, pro-Vega, anti-police & pro-cop. I’ll reiterate: no journalists is perfect. Instead of snarky tweets & name calling: be kindly constructive. Email: Kristen.Johanson @kywnewsradio .com
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This is Pedro. He lives on the BF parkway. He’s incredibly kind, but had family issues which has him down on his luck. When I walk by at night, he always makes sure I get home OK. He sweeps the streets so someone will notice him & give him a job. Can anyone help him? #philly ❤️
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⁦⁦⁩ @PhillyPolice ⁩ SWAT Crpl James “Jimmy” O’Connor described as devoted family man who loved to travel with his family, play hockey, & working around the house is donating his organs to ⁦ @GiftofLife ⁩. 23yr-veteran was shot & killed this morning in Frankford
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#BREAKING Brandon Olivieri guilty of 1st degree murder in death of Sal DiNubile and 3rd degree murder for Caleer Miller. @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
6 years
@DeniseDelullo @Acosta @POTUS @PressSec Elected officials, politicians - anyone living in a house or getting a salary from taxpayers answer to us. All of us. All Americans. They work, for us. We do NOT answer to them. #FirstAmendment
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6 years
. @MeekMill defense team says they’ve already filed an appeal. @KYWNewsradio
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6 years
#BREAKING : #Philly Judge DENIES bail and emergency petition in probation violation case against @MeekMill , calls him a “danger to the community” and calls him a flight risk. @KYWNewsradio #MeekMill
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4 years
Off for the next 10 days or so, and taking a much needed break from news & the social media trolls✌🏻Love and kind vibes to all 😘
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4 years
#BREAKING : Fed judge DENIES Trump camp’s emergency injunction to stop ballot counting & tells sides to “work it out” giving guidelines but says must comply w/ state election law. “If we can show the world that both sides can act reasonably, that would be wonderful” @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
4 years
For clarification (since this tweet has really taken off:) this is for mail-in ballot drop off. You can also go in, register to vote, get a mail-in ballot, cast it & go. (I am crime reporter who just happened to be in this spot for a press conference)
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2 years
Heard from a few of my fellow journo today about this-how some city leaders attempt to control when & where they’re asked questions & who asks them…when transparency is imperative. Both Mayor & DA appeared in national televised interviews, but rejected some local requests.
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Joe Holden
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Requested interview w/ Phila. mayor yesterday. Spokesman: he doesn’t have time. Requested interview via email at 9a. I’m told he’s on his way back to town. Inquire again at 4:17p. He respectfully declines. 6:30p — sees mayor on network news. What about local news, Mr. Mayor?
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To my fellow colleagues: STOP reporting exact locations of cops. Come. On. First rule: do no harm.
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Eric Gripp
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UPDATE: Suspect is still firing. SIX (6) PPD Officers shot - at area hospitals with non life threatening injuries. Additional officers also receiving treatment for non-gunshot injuries. Continue to avoid area. Situation is active and ongoing.
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According to the DAO data dashboard, 57 of total 94 carjacking cases last year were withdrawn or dismissed. I have emailed @philadao several questions about how they track data, if they are tracking juv cases, if they are contesting decerts & have gotten NO response @KYWNewsradio
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KYW Newsradio - NOW ON 103.9 FM!
2 years
As carjackings in Philadelphia continue to rise, tripling from a few years ago, police say more than a third of the suspects they arrested last year are juveniles.
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3 years
2020 summed up for me in one picture. I love this city so damn much, through the good, the bad & the really really ugly. #Philly
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I, as the crime journalist for @kywnewsradio , was just barred from going to the @philadao press conference. I don’t know why. I wasn’t given a reason. Apparently the press conference was invite-only.
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Please remember these homicide victims are people’s daughters, sons, sisters and brothers, friends, cousins...brutally taken away. They are not numbers: 21, 22, 23... they are people. They are Philadelphians. Loved people, taken. 💔
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3 years
You’re seriously mistaken @MeekMill . We’ve been covering shootings & murders here round the clock. It’s been our top story in 2020 next to people dying from COVID. I don’t blame you for not knowing, since I don’t believe you live here. But for our journalists this is EVERY DAY.
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It’s sad what happened to him and it’s terrible ..but it shows value how serious y’all take it when a white person die by violence y’all will make it top priority in media ... but Philadelphia just had 500 Murders a year ..some of my friends didn’t even make the news!
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#BREAKING : Jayana Webb has pleaded guilty for killing state troopers Brandon Sisca & Martin Mack & Reyes Rivera Oliveras in March 2022 on 95 while driving drunk. As part of deal she will spend at least 27.5 years in prison, but prison delayed bc she is 7m pregnant @KYWNewsradio
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Update: she’s not home but she’s been in contact with family members. She has told them she’s safe.
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2 years
#BREAKING : 3rd degree murders reinstated against Jayana Webb, accused of killing two PA state troopers along I95 in March. (An MC judge dismissed the charges in June.) motion to increase bail was denied by judge. Webb remains in prison, unable to post bail. @KYWNewsradio
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2 years
#NEW : A Philly judge has upheld murder & attempted murder charges against the 21yo accused of killing a man driving by Lincoln High School in October, and critically injuring a 16yo student. @KYWNewsradio
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2 years
Waiting for city officials to announce a press conference a day after two officers are injured by gunfire…haven’t heard a peep from any city leaders yet.
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BREAKING: @PhillyPolice officer Edsaul Mendoza is held on ALL charges including 1st deg murder in fatal shooting of 12yo Thomas Siderio Jr who was killed in March in South Philly. Two surv videos were played of the shooting…more to come on @KYWNewsradio
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2 years
If you see me out & about in #Philly and need a gun lock: come get one. No questions asked. At all. Instructions inside. ⁦If you have a firearm, legal or not, and you have kids or are around kids — YOU NEED ONE.
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I counted 9 kids shot over the weekend in Philadelphia, which includes a 1yo, a 14yo, a 15yo, three 16yos and three 17yos. @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
3 years
@PPDCommish I have never seen this wall covered by any other DAO administrations. I am curious what the “legal reasons” are? For those who are unaware, it’s on the side wall, away from any podium: more than 50 feet away I’d say.
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4 years
Thank you ⁦ @BlueAngels ⁩ 💙& thank you MOST to all of our first responders & the nurses and doctors helping everyone ❤️ ⁦ @KYWNewsradio
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If you haven’t noticed: Philly press corps has had it w/ Zoom pressers. We need to be able to face our city leaders w/ questions we hear from listeners/viewers/readers NOT have limitations “to today’s topic”… “only 2/3 questions”… “hard stop at 2p” @PhillyMayor
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Philadelphia is the only top 10 U.S. city where lawmakers are still holding all their public meetings virtually
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#BREAKING : Law enforcement sources say FBI tracked the car Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon was driving to Delaware, state police pulled it over. 5 people inside (4 males & female). More details to come @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
3 years
Absolute tears 😭 ❤️❤️❤️ We love you @UkeeWashington
@CBSPhiladelphia
CBS Philadelphia
3 years
CBS3's @UkeeWashington gets emotional while thanking viewers and co-workers for all their support. "I do believe we shall overcome. We must." #FAMILY #WeStandWithUkee
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You spelled RAPE wrong.... @thehill
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5 years
Authorities say Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Felipe Vázquez admitted to sex with 13-year-old girl
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This is Von. He’s a cancer survivor. More than 500 days into treatment with another year to go... and he’s racing today’s @AlexsLemonade Lemon Run 🍈 @KYWNewsradio
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4 years
#MISSING : Sisters 14yo Shavon McGarrell (left) & 13yo Lauren McGarrell (right) have been missing since Monday night around 6p, near 50th St & Kershaw St in West Phila, but Girard Ave & Lancaster Ave. Please call ⁦ @PhillyPolice ⁩ if you’ve seen them
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300 people. 300 families. That’s on top of 562 families last year. And the 499 the year before. And 356 the year before that. And every other family who has lost a loved one in Philadelphia.💔 And the thousands of people who have survived a gunshot wound…💔
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3 years
Everything could be going wrong in your day, and then you meet a bright spirit like King, who tells you about how much he loves his sisters & his grandpa. (Spent the morning in court, listening to some awful stuff, but this guy 👑 helped turn my day around) #philly
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
3 years
FOUND: 13yo Jalen Maxwell has been found safe. Details to come
@PPDMissing
PPD Missing Persons
3 years
Endangered Missing Juvenile - Jalen Maxwell 13/B/M 5'4", 110 lbs. L/S 2/26 at 645 am at 1700 Anchor St. wearing a green jacket with fur around the hood, red and black Adidas sneakers, and a blue & black backpack with multiple zippers and pockets. Call 215-686-3153 w/ info
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Met a #Philly teacher during her second shift at a bar last night. She had to pick up the job bc she can't pay all he'd bills. 4 days a week: she goes from running after 2nd graders all day to serving (sometimes obnoxious) adults & on her feet all night until midnight.
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4 years
Congratulations to @KYWNewsradio beloved @_MikeDeNardo inducted into the Broadcast Pioneers Hall if Fame. This man is the most incredible reporter, human, friend and mentor... we love you & feel grateful to work with you everyday!!!
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3 years
We can’t keep doing this Philadelphia.
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
4 years
#BREAKING : 4 people shot at Roberto Clemente park 18th & Wallace. One of the victims is 16yo. One person is dead. It’s the same playground where Will Smith filmed the basketball opening to Fresh Prince of Belair. @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
4 years
Dear iPhone autocorrect people at @Apple , I NEVER mean duck. Ever. Please correct the censorship.
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
4 years
When I was little, I never understood why my dad would scream at the TV... “they can’t hear you dad!”... Me, now, at 35: “GET THEM, FOR F*^%#• SAKE!!!” “RUNNNN!!!!!”
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
1 year
@DrexelUniv ⁩ Police drops off flowers at the growing memorial for Officer Chris Fitzgerald
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
8 years
Judge took @MeekMill and @NICKIMINAJ into the back to speak with them just the 3 of them, following her ruling. Judge wants to help him
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
4 years
BIG BIG news guys: (starting 11/23, we have TWO stations: AM & FM!)
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
4 years
#NEW : Philadelphia has just reached 400 homicide victims this afternoon: a 44yo man was found shot in the face inside his home in West Philly. That’s 400 people, once loved by someone, now stripped from this world @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
4 years
#NEW : @PhillyPolice Narcotics, DEA & FBI announce arrest of 200 people in major drug (cocaine, heroin, crack cocaine & weed) and gun bust in Kensington. 3 day operation. More than $600,000 in street value. @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
6 years
. @MeekMill still in prison for now. DA wants to vacate his conviction. Would not speak on case after hearing. #MeekMill family & @sixers CEO Mike Rubin in court, along with others from @RocNation . All upset at decision. @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
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One of the accused Philly looters arrested was Kenneth Frye, who is also the former bouncer charged in punching death of Eric Pope outside Tabu in April 2022. Just looked at docket: 3rd murder was quashed, but still faces involuntary & now faces burglary charges @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
2 years
According to police officials: July is shaping up to possibly be the deadliest month on record for Philadelphia. There have been at least 35 homicides (may go up bc of autopsies) in first 15 days, as we near 300 victims. Oct 2020 is highest with 66 victims killed. @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
2 years
We lost this beauty 3 years ago today to brain cancer. She was my BFF for 25 years: sweet, giggly, creative, adventurous Kates who loved life. Brain cancer swept in, but she smiled & fought like a badass. If you can please consider donating to @NBTStweets
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
2 years
Weighing in… @PhillyMayor : let’s please end Zoom press conferences. Given that gun violence kills more people in Philly a day on avg. than Covid, the city should hold a press conf with leaders every week, in person. @Philadao has them every week, in person.
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Annie McCormick
2 years
It’s also time to end zoom press conferences @PhiladelphiaGov . There is a big difference when press conferences are IN person. #1 they move quicker so more questions / follow up questions can be asked. #2 You can pull people aside for important clarifications …
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
2 years
#BREAKING : @PhillyPolice say a pizza delivery driver shot a man trying to carjack him in the city’s Harrowgate neighborhood. This is close to Kensington & Westmoreland. Alleged carjacker now critically injured. @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
4 years
@JoeBiden ⁩ arrives in #Philly & makes his first stop here at the ⁦ @ConstitutionCtr ⁩ ⁦ @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
5 months
NEW: Macy’s security guard stabbed to death (in the neck) was 30yo, the other man was 23yo, stabbed in face and arm. Suspect is in custody, taken in by @SEPTA police. I’m told this bloody footprint is his — he lost a shoe inside store during scuffle. @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
6 years
#BREAKING : Judge Genece Brinkley has scheduled a hearing for April on a post-conviction appeal filed today by #MeekMill defense attorneys. His legal team bases appeal on a now retired officer, they say lied under oath about Mill’s arrest @KYWNewsradio #Philly
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
3 years
Terri O’Connor accepts the Citizens Crime Commission President’s Award for Valor on behalf of her husband @PhillyPolice SWAT Crpl. James O’Connor who was shot & killed while serving an arrest warrant in Frankford last March. @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
3 years
#NEW : @PhillyPolice release video of suspects in killing of 25yo Milan Loncar shot in chest last night around 7, while walking his dog near 30th & Jefferson. 2 reach for his pockets then shoot him. He was found w/ dog by his side. Link: @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
3 years
Crews are pumping out the water on 676… to where? I have no clue. @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
4 years
Well just got my first “F*^% the media chant”... 20 mins into my shift 👍🏻
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
2 years
Philly press corp repeatedly asked @PhillyMayor about his plan to stop the continuing surge in shootings & killings during a Zoom presser (again). City is above 2021’s deadliest year. He again pointed to guns as the problem. Here’s my exchange with him:
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
4 years
Broad & Allegheny... total looting and rioting in #North Philly. They are NOT protesters. Phone knocked outta my hand as cars pulled up and people ran out to grab bottles. Seemed almost organized ⁦ @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
4 years
#MISSING : 16yo Leona Wilson last seen around 6:45p yesterday (THURS) near 15th & Fairmount. She’s 5’7″, 190 lbs., brown eyes & black hair, last seen wearing school uniform: tan pants, grey hoodie vest, white shirt & black scarf. Call 911 if you’ve seen her ⁦ @KYWNewsradio
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
2 years
After a very long week with many heartbreaking days in court, taking a mini-break. Hope everyone can some time to enjoy the last moments of summer ☀️
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Kristen Johanson (KJ)
5 years
Incredibly sad: son of @PhillyPolice Inspector Chris Flacco is killed in FDR Park, following last nights @Phillies win. 20yo Nick Flacco was celebrating with a group when he was shot in the chest. My prayers are with the Flacco family & everyone who loves them @PhillyPolice
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