Brian Richardson

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Name: Brian Richardson
Date registered: April 16, 2012

Biography

Brian Richardson joined the KEZI in January of 2012. He earned his Broadcast Journalism degree from Missouri State University. Brian got his start at KODE in Joplin, Missouri. He was hired as a general assignment reporter and quickly moved to weekend anchor. In the winter of 2008, he moved to Springfield, MO to work for KOLR/KSFX. Brian anchored and reported for both stations. During his more than five years covering southwest Missouri, Brian covered high-profile murder cases and some of the worst natural disasters to hit the “Show Me” state in recent memory. The Weather Channel featured some of Brian’s work on Storm Stories episode. Brian is married to KEZI reporter Jennifer Richardson. The two met while working in Joplin. They married in Jennifer’s California hometown in the summer of 2011. Brian is a Missouri native and huge sports fan. He loves all teams St. Louis (especially the Cardinals and Blues). When he’s not in the newsroom or catching a game, you might be able to find him roaming the wilderness. He enjoys the outdoors and is excited to explore the Oregon wilderness.

Latest posts

  1. Suspected Drunk Driver Crashes into Tree — May 16, 2013
  2. Hazmat Crews Respond to Home — May 9, 2013
  3. Emotional Testimony at School Board — May 2, 2013
  4. Mystery Safe Cracked — April 30, 2013
  5. Fire Chief Asks for Clarity from Coburg — April 23, 2013

Most commented posts

  1. Linn Co. Sheriff Defies Gun Proposals — 12 comments
  2. Eugene Councilors Explore New Fee — 4 comments
  3. UOPD Considers Arming its Officers — 4 comments
  4. Wattiers Reunited in Portland — 2 comments
  5. Planes May Be Banned from Waldo Lake — 2 comments

Author's posts listings

Peeping Tom Seen Near UO

EUGENE, Ore. — Police are investigating several cases of Peeping Toms near the University of Oregon. The UOPD says several people have reported someone peeking through the windows of homes at 21st Avenue and Onyx Street over the past few weeks. In all, the instances the suspect was caught peering through the windows, sometimes as … Continue reading »

Pedestrian Hit by Car, Injured

SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — A Eugene man is in the hospital after getting hit while crossing the street. Officers say the 25-year-old ran across Mohawk near 18th Street on Monday night. There was significant damage to the car. The victim complained of leg injuries before going to the hospital. Officers cited him for crossing the street … Continue reading »

Roseburg Voters to Face Bond Levy

ROSEBURG, Ore. — Voters will have the opportunity to vote on a measure this spring that may help keep the school district from closing an elementary school. The district’s board approved a bond levy for the May ballot that would raise $6 million over five years. A citizens group made up of parents and citizens … Continue reading »

Springfield Approves Fee Hike

SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — People in Springfield should expect to pay more for certain city services. The city council approved a fee increase for a wide variety of things like building permits, library services and pet registration. The main function of the fees is to keep up the city’s current staff levels at full capacity. The … Continue reading »

Robbers Target Pizza Shops

EUGENE, Ore. — Yet another Little Caesars falls victim to a robber. This is at least the second one in just the last few days. Eugene Police closed this shop on Green Acres for about 45 minutes while officers did their initial investigation. They say the suspect may have had a gun. “My initial reaction … Continue reading »

Councilors Quit During Council Meeting

CRESWELL, Ore. — The Creswell City Council accepted the city administrator’s letter of resignation Monday night, then two councilors immediately stepped down. The move seemed to catch quite a few people off guard at the council meeting. This all started over an aviation weather system. Some on the council believed they had been lied to … Continue reading »

Springfield Schools Searches for Leader

SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — The search for a new school superintendent in Springfield continued on Wednesday. A group of board members and parents met for the first screening of applications. Anyone interested in the job had to apply by last week. The position was left open by Dr. Nancy Golden. She announced she’s stepping down at … Continue reading »

4J Warns Teachers of More Cuts

EUGENE, Ore. — With a looming budget gap top of mind, the 4J School District warns that more cuts are on the way. In a letter to faculty and staff, Superintendent Shelley Berman says his staff is considering cutting services and jobs. The district’s facing an estimated $10 million budget shortfall. That doesn’t include the … Continue reading »

Parents Debate Roseburg School Closure

ROSEBURG, Ore. – A passionate debate erupted as teachers and school administrators discussed the potential consolidation of one of the Roseburg elementary schools. The Roseburg School District held a public hearing on Wednesday as it continues to research. About 200 people packed into the hearing, and many lined up to speak. Financial problems and declining enrollment … Continue reading »

Reward to Catch Hit-and-Run Driver

OAKLAND, Ore. — Friends of an Oakland man are offering a reward to help to find the person who hit a motorcycle and then drove off. The 73-year-old Oakland resident was driving on Highway 101 on February 15 near Winchester Bay, when troopers say a silver SUV hit the back of his motorcycle and forced … Continue reading »

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