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
Jewish American Heritage Month: Philadelphia congregation has a place in history
The lobby of the synagogue is filled with artifacts significant to the congregation. Visitors are welcome to stop in to see the items and read about Mikveh Israel's history.
Holocaust survivor speaks to Philly students: 'Hatred against anybody is a destructive thing'
Michael Fryd spent about an hour with high school students talking about his experience surviving the Holocaust when he was a child.
Temple University graduation features long-overdue ceremony for students impacted by pandemic
The commencement is a long time coming for the Temple grads, many of whom graduated high school during the pandemic.
Holocaust memorial in Center City draws appreciation on Holocaust Remembrance Day
The Horowitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza in Center City Philadelphia is located at 16th and Arch streets at the head of the Ben Franklin Parkway.
Local Chinese-American community feels targeted in identity theft scam
According to our 6abc Data Journalism Team, the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware tri-state area ranks eighth in the country for identity theft reports.
History-making HBCU in Pennsylvania gets long-overdue recognition in women's basketball
The 1981-82 Cheyney University women's basketball team is among the latest inductees into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame.
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.
Hip-hop star Freeway surprises New Jersey educator; shares story of kidney transplant
Thursday's lesson at Paul Robeson Charter School included something unexpected: a surprise visit from hip-hop artist Freeway.
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.