Jen Johnson
News Anchor
For nearly two decades, Jen Johnson has been a part of the 6 News team. Jen currently anchors the 5pm and 6pm news.
Throughout her tenure at 6 News, Jen has covered breaking news and reporte live from numerous major events. Some of the most unforgeta ble stories over the years include the tragedy of Flight 93 and the mine miracle in Quecreek. Jen has traveled to Honduras to cover local volunteers on a humanitarian mission, and early in her career, even shot video on the sidelines of Beaver Stadium for 6 News' coverage of the Penn State Nittany Lions.
Jen earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism from Penn State in 1992.
Feel free to contact Jen anytime about a news tip, story idea or community appearance. Email her at jennifer.johnson@wjactv.com.
Latest from Jen Johnson
6 News Investigates: Would your child leave with a stranger?
An estimated 800,000 children are reported missing every year in the United States. That's 2,000 children everyday, one child every 40 seconds. The security video of the little girl being abducted from a Philadelphia school stirred up a lot of emotions for parents, many wondering if their child would leave ...
Faithful celebrate mass for Pope Benedict XVI
History was made today as Pope Benedict XVI stepped down as leader of the Catholic faith. “I am no longer the pope, but I’m still in the church,” he said. “I’m just a pilgrim who is starting the last part of his pilgrimage on this earth.” Many people really didn’t ...
6News investigates school lunch regulations
There's a food fight of sorts over what's being served in school cafeterias. School districts are required to follow new food guidelines, and some students say they're just not getting enough to eat. "I gotta pay more to get less," said Brookville High senior Cameron Yard. "I'll eat two ...
Witnesses describe aftermath of police chase, crash
A man is in custody after he allegedly crashed into a police cruiser while driving a stolen car in Johnstown. Police said the suspect, Kevin Plummer, was driving a car reported stolen from Richland Township. A pursuit started when a Dale Borough police officer spotted the stolen car and tried ...
6News explores cyber charter schools in Pennsylvania
Is tax money well spent on a cyber charter education? It's a hot topic for some school administrators and parents. As 6News found out, the answer to the question depends on who you ask. When a family makes a choice to put a child into a cyber charter school, the ...
Johnstown man facing more charges in connection with hundreds of child pornography videos
A Cambria County man previously indicted by a federal grand jury for making and distributing child pornography is facing more charges. Stephen J. Goniea, 46, of 1090 Crest Ave., was arraigned Thursday by video from the Cambria County Jail. Goniea is already in jail because of allegations that he made ...
Judge imposes gag order in Sandusky case
As Jerry Sandusky's trial approaches, attorneys, investigators and witnesses are being told to no longer speak publicly in an effort to provide a fair and impartial jury pool. Sandusky's sex abuse trial is scheduled to begin June 5. The scandal and fallout made national news after the former Penn State ...
PSU releases list of Board Of Trustees alumni candidates
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. -- Ever since the Jerry Sandusky sex-abuse scandal broke in November, Penn State University's Board of Trustees has been under fire. Alumni and Penn State supporters have called for an overhaul of the board, and that shakeup is expected only to continue. On Wednesday, the names of ...
Democrats step up attacks in 12th District US House race
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- The two Democratic congressmen running against each other in southwestern Pennsylvania's newly redrawn 12th District are taking more shots at each other. Though they are both incumbent congressmen from the same political party, redistricting has turned Rep. Mark Critz's and Rep. Jason Altmire into bitter political rivals ...
6 News Consumer Alert: How to recognize scams
What do you do when you're asked to make a donation? When you get a flier in the mail? Or a sales call? It can be tough to recognize phony solicitors, but to avoid getting scammed out of hard-earned cash, people need to be alert and know the ...
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