Kaitlin Johnson
Assistant News Director at KFDA NewsChannel 10
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Kaitlin was born and raised in Amarillo. She is the Assistant News Director for NewsChannel 10.
She attended West Texas A&M University where she graduated with a degree in broadcasting electronic media and a minor in communication studies.
Kaitlin first came to NewsChannel 10 as an intern in 2012 and officially joined the team as an Assistant Producer in 2016. During her time at the station, she has worked at producing newscasts and managing the station's digital content.
When she's not at the station, Kaitlin spends her free time watching movies, reading and hanging out with her family and friends.
Xcel Energy announced it has set a new regional wind energy record.
A fisherman from Amarillo drowned at Lake Arrowhead Saturday night, according to the Times Record News.
Two people face federal charges after a DPS trooper reports finding drugs during a traffic stop on U.S. 287 in Donley County.
Amarillo police have arrested a 17-year-old for the death of an 18-year-old girl after a drive-by shooting that happened in May.
The State of Texas has redesigned the state portal in order to help Texans access more resources.
Recent thunderstorms have caused a significant rock slide in Palo Duro Canyon.
An Amarillo man’s murder case remains in limbo after the state won an appeal yesterday.
Amarillo police has identified the student who is currently detained after carrying a weapon into Tascosa High school.
Two people face federal charges for having nearly $1 million worth of meth and suspected fentanyl during a traffic stop in Carson County, according to a criminal complaint.
Texans can purchase emergency supplies tax free this weekend during the state’s sales tax holiday for emergency preparation supplies.
Miami ISD Superintendent Donna Hale released a statement after the indictment of three students on multiple charges, including sexual assault.
The Randall County Sheriff’s Office has released surveillance video of a missing Amarillo woman.
The Texas Department of Public Safety will hold a Memorial Highway dedication ceremony in honor of Texas Highway Patrol Trooper Matthew Dewayne Myrick.
The United States navy has awarded Bell Flight a $182 million contract for the production and delivery of two V-22 variants for the Air Force.
The Amarillo Zoo has a new bear cub.
One person is facing charges after deputies in Moore County found a person dead in the roadway on U.S. Highway 287.
Caprock Canyons State Park is closed for repairs until March 3.
The Texas Public Safety Commission and Texas Department of Public Safety recognized a Texas Highway Patrol Trooper from Pampa with a Lifesaving Award.
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services is asking for help locating two children who were last seen in Amarillo.
The Texas Rangers have arrested Stinnett’s Chief of Police Jason Collier.
The City of Stinnett has placed the Chief of Police on administrative leave pending an investigation.
A public hearing will take place next week to discuss the 2021 legislative redistricting process.
The two Amarillo police officers hit by a drunk driver over the weekend have been released from the hospital.
The Texas Department of State Health Services reported 1,260 new COVID-19 cases, 1,908 recoveries and 49 deaths across counties in the Texas Panhandle.
The Amarillo Fire Marshal’s Office says a gas explosion caused a house fire in Amarillo this morning.
City leaders and health experts gave an update on COVID-19 in a news conference Wednesday morning.
The Texas Department of State Health Services is reporting 1,247 new COVID-19 cases, 2,047 recoveries and 50 deaths in Texas Panhandle counties.
City leaders and health experts gave an update on COVID-19 in Amarillo during a news conference Wednesday morning.
Mayor Nelson addressed the people of Amarillo through a video on Facebook Thursday night over the rapid spread of COVID-19 cases in the city.
Governor Greg Abbott has released a statement as President Trump’s campaign continues to fight the election results after Joe Biden claimed victory over the weekend.
Potter County joined 15 other counties in the Texas Panhandle that are under a burn ban today.
City leaders and health experts gave an update on COVID-19 in the area during a news conference Wednesday morning.
Residents around the Texas Panhandle are experiencing power outages due to the winter storm.
Crews remain on the scene of a fire at an abandoned church in Amarillo this morning.
Criminal Complaint: Man arrested $1 million worth of meth found during traffic stop in Oldham County
A man faces federal charges after officials report finding $1 million worth of meth during a traffic stop in Oldham County.
Two people face federal charges after a Potter County Sheriff’s deputy found around $90,000 worth of meth during a traffic stop, according to a criminal complaint.
The Amarillo Police Department is searching for a missing 19-year-old man.
A man faces federal charges after a Texas Highway Patrol Trooper found nearly $2 million worth of heroin during a traffic stop, according to a criminal complaint.
DPS Highway Patrol Troopers rescued the 500th child during a traffic stop since implementing specialized training through the Interdiction for the Protection of Children (IPC) program.
DPS officials say a trooper found nearly 850 pounds of THC products during a traffic stop in Oldham County.
Amarillo Crime Stoppers need your help identifying the person who assaulted a 65-year-old man.
A man faces federal charges after selling drugs to an undercover agent, according to a criminal complaint.
A grand jury indicted a man on federal charges after Amarillo police say they found cocaine hidden inside his luggage on a Greyhound Bus.
State Senator Kel Seliger has tested positive for COVID-19.
The Randall County Sheriff’s Office and Texas Rangers are investigating the death of a Randall County inmate.
Three people have been hospitalized after a car crashed into a building on I-40 and Travis.
Another round of federal grants will give over $430,000 to Amarillo area cities and counties to help public housing authorities recover from the coronavirus outbreak.
TxDOT has launched a new augmented reality game that warns drivers of the dangers of distracted driving.
Amarillo Crime Stoppers have increased the reward for information that leads to the arrest of a man wanted for murder.