Josh Rosenthal
When I left home for my first reporting gig, I’d hoped making it back to D.C. would be quick and easy. But more than a decade later — after stops in Florida, Arkansas, and Minnesota — not only do I know how wrong I was, I’m grateful for it.
Earning the trust of the communities you serve requires perspective, the kind you get after battling 110 degree days down south and -30 degree nights up north. It comes from seeing flood-ravaged communities rebuild and from reporting on everything from potholes to parades to park boards.
I’ve had the privilege of being a witness to history, winning a Regional Emmy Award for my coverage of the death of Prince. I also won both a regional Edward R. Murrow award and a regional Emmy Award for my coverage of the protests that broke out after the acquittal of police officer Jeronimo Yanez, who shot and killed Philando Castile during a traffic stop outside of St. Paul, Minnesota in 2016.
Now, it’s my privilege to put that experience to good use back home — and have some fun along the way. Feel free to reach out anytime. Whether you want to talk about a potential story, the Terps (my alma mater), or lousy pickup basketball (a passion!), I want to hear from you.
The latest from Josh Rosenthal
DC Public Health to begin daily testing of Potomac, Anacostia rivers for E. coli
Beginning on Monday, the D.C. Department of Health will be conducting daily tests for E. coli in the Potomac and Anacostia rivers.
Montgomery County residents express frustrations over Potomac sewage spill response
Officials are facing questions from the public more than five weeks after the Potomac Interceptor collapse sent millions of gallons of sewage into the river.
Commanders GM, Coach address media at NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis
The NFL Scouting Combine is getting underway in Indianapolis, and before players take the field later this week, Commanders GM Adam Peters and Head Coach Dan Quinn met with members of the media Tuesday.
New Maryland law would require drivers to clear snow, ice off cars
In Maryland, lawmakers discussed new legislation Thursday aimed at getting drivers to clear snow and ice off the tops of their vehicles.
Bowser declares emergency, seeks FEMA support for Potomac sewage spill
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser declared a local public emergency and requested federal emergency assistance on Wednesday evening following the Potomac Interceptor break.
AAA: A $20 car wash now could save you hundreds later
This week, the DMV is finally seeing some good weather. Officials with AAA said you may want to use it to be good to your car.
Health officials urge Virginians to care for mental health during winter weather
The winter weather doesn't just take a physical toll on people – it can be mentally challenging too.
Maryland Zoo will name a pile of animal poop after your ex
A lot of people will tell you they think Valentine’s Day stinks — but they probably don’t mean it quite like this.
Snow removal enforcement resumes in Arlington
More than a week after a major winter storm, a snowy sidewalk may cost you.
