TaRhonda Thomas
Before coming to Philadelphia, TaRhonda worked as an anchor and reporter in Denver, Colorado. She was also an anchor and reporter in Richmond, Virginia and in Colorado Springs. She began her television career in Morgan City, Louisiana.
TaRhonda is a Louisiana native and an alumna of LSU (Geaux Tigers!). She earned her Master's Degree in Media, Film and Journalism Studies from the University of Denver. TaRhonda is also a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
The Emmy-award-winning journalist has earned national and regional recognition including an Edward R. Murrow Award and awards from the Associated Press, and the National Association of Black Journalists.
TaRhonda became Gold Star sister when her brother, Chief Warrant Officer 2 Terry Thomas, made the ultimate sacrifice. For that reason, she is passionate about advocating for Gold Star families, military families and veterans.
When she's not reporting the news, TaRhonda is a busy wife and mom of three very athletic and active kids. She enjoys working out, indulging in skincare, spending time with her family and visiting her parents in Louisiana.
TaRhonda's Stories
Missing Delaware woman's dismembered body found in man's car: Police
New Castle County police were contacted on Friday after 31-year-old Tracy Nyariki failed to show up to work for several days.
What's next now that 76 Place, the new Center City arena for the Sixers, has been approved?
Now that City Council has approved a new 76ers arena, the work begins to get the $1.3 billion project off the ground.
City Council gives final approval for new Philadelphia 76ers arena in Center City
Philadelphia City Council gave final approval for the proposed Sixers arena in Center City during a session on Thursday.
Popular Chinatown restaurant still closed due to mysterious steam
Councilmember Squilla says Vicinity Energy is responsible for the steam power. The situation is also an issue for Philadelphia Water Department.
Philadelphia City Council advances bills on 76ers arena; final vote could be held next week
A new arena for the Philadelphia 76ers could be approved as soon as next week after a series of bills were advanced in City Council on Thursday.
Crucial City Council vote on controversial 76ers arena pushed to Thursday
The final Committee of the Whole meeting was set to vote on eight of the 13 bills and resolutions concerning the arena on Wednesday morning.
Protesters call on Mayor Parker to emphasize Philly's sanctuary city status
Philadelphia's Executive Order 5-16 was enacted in 2016 under Mayor Jim Kenney's administration.
The Dish: TaRhonda Thomas' Louisiana cornbread dressing
In this edition of The Dish, we are doing something special for the holidays and taking you inside the homes of our friends and colleagues here at 6abc.
Philadelphia council members in closed-door negotiations with Sixers over proposed arena, 76 Place
Philadelphia City Council members continue marathon closed-door negotiations over a proposed Center City arena for the 76ers.
Senator-elect from New Jersey keeping close eye on South Korea turmoil
United States Senator-Elect Andy Kim was just as surprised as anyone on Tuesday when South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared a state of martial law.