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
Why gas prices are spiking in Pennsylvania
It's probably not what drivers want to hear, but Pennsylvania is only about 20 cents away from hitting the $4 a gallon mark. It's a number drivers hope they don't see after a sharp increase over the past month.
Montgomery County parents outraged after middle school student attacked with Stanley cup
Surveillance video shows the victim walking along a lunch table when the accused student runs towards her and begins hitting her in the head with a Stanley cup.
South Jersey mom shares her pregnancy experience during Black Maternal Health Week
According to the CDC, Black women are three times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related issue than their white counterparts.
Muslim leaders from Philadelphia Masjid speak out against violence at Eid al-Fitr celebration
The leaders at Philadelphia Masjid in West Philadelphia say they want to keep their message of their Muslim faith upfront. That faith, they say, can't be shaken - even by a shooting.
Student members of unofficial club at NJ school under investigation for alleged racism, harassment
Members of the club reportedly call other students racial slurs. It's just one of the allegations now at the center of an investigation.
Jewish, Iranian residents in Pennsylvania react to Iran's airstrikes on Israel
There is now concern over whether Israel will respond to Iran's strikes with strikes of their own.
Local Muslim leaders condemn violence after shooting at Philadelphia Eid al-Fitr event
Philadelphia police identified one suspect arrested on Wednesday after gunfire erupted in a park where an Eid al-Fitr event, to mark the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, was taking place.
Popular and Polarizing: Philadelphia reacts to the death of O.J. Simpson
The twists and turns detail the rise and fall of OJ Simpson, still making him a topic of conversation even in death.
Delaware County family recalls life saving organ donation as Eid al-Fitr celebrations begin
For one Delaware County family, there's extra significance in the Eid al-Fitr celebration.
College athletic governing body creates policy banning transgender women from women's teams
The NAIA oversees athletic programs in 241 schools. Most are small and private or have a religious affiliation.