Brandon Johansen
Brandon graduated from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University with a bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication. During his time in Phoenix, Brandon interned at Fox Sports Arizona and reported for the college television station. After graduation, Brandon went to KERO-TV in Bakersfield, where he worked for nearly three years as a general assignment news reporter and weekend evening anchor.
While in Bakersfield, Brandon reported on key Central Valley issues and was nominated for an Emmy award for his story about a Bakersfield cold case. He also worked as a fill-in weather forecaster and aided in producing content for the sports department.
When he's not at work, Brandon loves watching sports (especially baseball), catching the latest hit movie, tracking down the best tacos the Valley has to offer, and spending time with family and friends.
Brandon's Stories
Know the Road: What are the rules for a provisional license?
When your teenage child first gets their license, what are the provisions they have to follow?
Know the Road with the CHP: Driving through the gore point
If you're about to miss your freeway exit, are you allowed to drive through the "gore point" that separates the freeway lanes and the exit lane?
Know the Road with the CHP: How close can I park to a fire hydrant?
How close are you legally allowed to park to a fire hydrant if the curb isn't painted red?
Fresno County COVID-19 rate dips slightly, but hospitals remain over capacity
Three National Guard teams have been deployed to Valley hospitals, providing basic life support roles in emergency departments.
Know the Road with the CHP: How close can I park to a driveway?
How close are you legally allowed to park to the opening of a driveway?
3rd suspect arrested in connection with deadly Visalia shooting
Police say 40-year-old Rocky Patrick Munoz was involved in the murder of 38-year-old Dominic Harris, who was found shot near West Hemlock and South Woodland in Visalia on September 7.
2 arrested for shooting, killing man in Visalia
Multiple agencies were involved in making two arrests in Kern County after a 38-year-old man was shot in front of a Visalia apartment complex earlier this week.
Local firefighters to fly historic flag in honor of 9/11 first responders
As the Central Valley prepares to honor the lives lost on 9/11, local volunteer firefighters are planning to fly a historic flag in memory of those who were killed.
19-year-old wanted for series of Fresno robberies, considered 'armed and dangerous'
Investigators say Daylon Perry is considered armed and dangerous. He is wanted in connection with a string of armed robberies across northwest and central Fresno.
Tulare native and Navy veteran collects donations to help Afghan refugees
Tulare native Ashley Brantley, who works as an air traffic control officer in Doha, Qatar, asked for monetary donations and basic necessities like diapers, deodorant and clothing for Afghan refugees - and was overwhelmed with the response.