Kelvin Henry is a Reporter at NBC 7 San Diego where he is covering the region’s biggest stories.
During Henry’s time at NBC 7, he has covered a wide range of stories, including Hurricane Hilary preparation, destruction, and the cleanup efforts, the recall effort against Gov. Newsom, the state’s pandemic recovery, and a special report on the Salton Sea Lithium resources fueling the electric vehicle boom. Henry also spearheaded an in-depth special report on San Diego’s response to the uptick in the community’s use of “Tranq”.
Prior to NBC 7, Henry spent three years at ABC57 in South Bend, Indiana. While there, he broke numerous stories including the State of Michigan’s proposed takeover of the Benton Harbor School District, that lead was found in the City of Benton Harbor water supply and landed an exclusive interview with Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer about the state’s plan to carry out the takeover of the school district because of the district failing to meet academic standards. Henry also closely covered former South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg’s Presidential run.
Henry holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism from Hofstra University and a Master’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism & Public Affairs from American University. He is from New York City and is an active member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ).
The Latest
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Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal Bonita Shooting After Car Chase in San Diego
A man who allegedly shot two people with a shotgun Sunday, one of whom died, was arrested with the aid of a police dog after a pursuit that ended on Interstate 5 in the East Mission Bay area.
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Shooting Reignites Chula Vista Neighborhood's Concerns About Homeless Encampments
Not far from the shooting is Harborside Park. The city shut that park down over the summer because of the growing homeless population and reported illegal activity. Families told NBC 7 they believe that activity has moved into their neighborhoods.
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California Officials Warn of Incoming Major Storm
California was hit with more turbulent weather as thunderstorms, snow and damaging winds swept into the northern part the state. Sunday’s system preceded another series of incoming storms this week that raised the potential for flooding, rising rivers and mudslides on soils already saturated after days of rain. In the state capital, more than 276,000 customers were without electricity after...
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Teen Boy Shot in Arm After House Party in Otay Mesa West
A 16-year-old boy was shot in the arm Sunday after a house party in the Otay Mesa West neighborhood, police said.
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San Diego Community Mourns Victims of Colorado Springs Shooting
A 22-year-old gunman opened fire inside Club Q in Colorado Springs, killing five and leaving 25 injured late Saturday. “Today is a moment for us to reflect on the lives that we’ve lost to violence against the transgender community, and it is only too fitting and devastating that it comes in the wake of what happened in Colorado Springs last…
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San Diego Police, SDSU Amp Up Patrol in College Area Over Halloween Weekend
Due to recent violence in the College Area, San Diego police and San Diego State University increased surveillance in the area on Halloween weekend.
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Mercedes Benz Goes Airborne, Crashes Into Second Story of La Mesa Home
The crash happened near the corner of Spring Street and Palm Avenue, which neighbors said is often a site for accidents in the area.
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Carlsbad Declares State of Emergency After Deadly E-bike, Bike Crashes
There have been 57 collisions involving bikes and e-bikes reported in Carlsbad since the start of the year, according to officials.
