Johanna Torres is a weekday morning traffic reporter for NBC6 South Florida Today. She began working at NBC6 in July 2023.
Prior to joining WTVJ, Torres worked as a communications manager. Her broadcast career began as a news anchor, reporter and producer at WGXA in Macon, Georgia. Later, she worked as a news reporter for WPLG Local 10 in Miami.
Torres enjoys working out and worked as a SoulCycle indoor spinning instructor for six years. She was also the director of the Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders.
The daughter of Dominican parents, Torres grew up right here in South Florida. She says that ever since she was a little girl, she knew she wanted to pursue a career in television.
After graduating from South Plantation High School, Torres received a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Communication and Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University.
Torres is a breast cancer survivor and understands the importance of fitness and wellness. She is also passionate about sharing feel good stories, which she now gets to share on NBC6.
The Latest
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Driver rushed to hospital after rear-ending semi-truck on I-95 in Fort Lauderdale
A driver was hospitalized after a crash involving a semi-truck on Interstate 95 in Fort Lauderdale Thursday morning. Emergency crews responded after a car slammed into the back of a semi-truck in the northbound lanes on I-95 at the exit for Marina Mile Boulevard and State Road 84, according to Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue. Officials said the driver and only…
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Pedestrian struck and killed on I-95 entrance ramp in Fort Lauderdale
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating after a pedestrian was struck and killed on an Interstate 95 entrance ramp in Fort Lauderdale early Monday.
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Calle Ocho Music Festival returns to Little Havana with culture, music and fun
One of Miami’s most anticipated and vibrant celebrations is back, along with artists that are sure to have South Florida on the dance floor.
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Driver killed after crashing into tractor-trailer on Turnpike in Coconut Creek: FHP
A driver was killed after crashing into a tractor-trailer that was parked in an emergency lane on the Florida’s Turnpike in Coconut Creek early Tuesday, authorities said.
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1 lane opened, 1 closed on NB I-75 ramp from Palmetto Expressway
Normal delays were seen in South Florida Monday, but to add more traffic headaches for commuters, the off-ramp to Interstate 75 has been closed heading northbound on the Palmetto Expressway.
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South Florida nonprofit Beyond Grey provides free therapy to college students
College can be an exciting yet challenging time for many students. With academic pressures, social changes and financial burdens, mental health can take a hit—especially for those without access to healthcare.
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Deadly crash shuts down lanes of northbound I-95 in Broward
A deadly crash blocked lanes and backed up traffic on Interstate 95 at Atlantic Boulevard in Broward County on Thursday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
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Tanker truck leaks gas, prompts road closures in Little Havana
Miami police said a tanker truck was leaking gasoline and had prompted road closures Wednesday morning.
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‘Miracle man' runs in the Miami Marathon and Half
Farouk Gomati went from feeling perfectly healthy to suddenly experiencing numbness in his hands and feet. He ended loosing the ability to walk, speak, and even eat on his own
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New observation tower providing views of Florida Everglades to open this summer
Tourists and South Florida residents will soon be able to catch the sunset along with views of the Florida Everglades from an elevated viewpoint.
