Robert Townsend is an Emmy award-winning journalist with 5 On Your Side. Robert has years of reporting experience. He joined the team in October 2019.
Robert is from St. Louis and is glad to be a storyteller in his home city.
He has reported at other TV stations in Wichita Falls, Texas; South Bend, Indiana; Tampa, Atlanta, St. Louis and Kansas City.
Robert is a graduate of the University of Missouri and went to Northwest High School in St. Louis.
Robert has received many accolades for his work. He is a member of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Mid-America Chapter and the National Association of Black Journalists. He was featured in the 2004-2005 Who’s Who in Black St. Louis First Edition.
He's a foodie and enjoys traveling and fitness. Robert is an ordained Elder.
You can contact Robert at rtownsend@ksdk.com and follow him on Facebook and Twitter.
