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
Animal Care Centers of NYC makes desperate plea for dog adoptions with shelters over capacity
Animal Care Centers of New York City say there are two dogs in every cage, and if people don't adopt them, more dogs may have to be euthanized.
3 found dead, including 5-year-old, in Bronx apartment building: police
Police say three bodies were discovered inside a Bronx apartment building Sunday morning.
NYPD to deploy drones to prevent teens from subway surfing
At least five people have died while subway surfing this year, which is the same number of total deaths from 2018 to 2022.
Victim's son questioned in stabbing deaths of 5-year-old boy, parents in Bronx apartment
Eyewitness News has learned that Jonathan Rivera's teenage son checked himself into the hospital with cuts on his hands.
Alvin Ailey Dance Theater to pay tribute to artistic director Judith Jamison for 65th anniversary
Opening night of the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater's 65th Anniversary season will include a special tribute to trailblazer and iconic Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison.
Why did she get out of the car? Family speaks out after mother's hit-and-run death on Bruckner Expy
Jasmine Hunter's family is trying to figure out why she got out of a car on a freeway.
Couple recalls Flaco the owl paying visit to their NYC apartment
Nan Knighton did not know it at the time but the majestic creature sitting on the windowsill of her apartment staring right at her was bird royalty.
Impressive confections take on 'Iconic New York' with gingerbread house competition
You can get into the holiday spirit and admire some impressive confections at the Museum of the City of New York's Gingerbread NYC: The Great Borough Bake-Off.
Designer goods offered at big discounts for a good cause at Housing Works in Chelsea
Eyewitness News got a sneak peek at all of the treasures and there is something for everyone.
Former tennis player uses a holistic training approach to conquer the TCS NYC Marathon
This former Division I tennis player set her sights on the sport of running after college but setbacks almost had her sitting on the sidelines.