Denise Johnson

Editorial Writer

Opinion

Denise has been an editorial writer at the Star Tribune since 1996. Before joining the editorial board, she was a reporter, editor, columnist and editorial writer at the St. Paul Pioneer Press, and wrote editorials for the Miami Herald. She currently writes about urban affairs and a variety of other topics, but specializes in covering K-12 education. Johnson has also worked for the American Society of Newspaper Editors in Washington, D.C., and done diversity training locally and nationally. Earlier in her career, she hosted and produced news and issues public affairs shows on Twin Cities public television. The recipient of several journalism awards, she was honored in 2007 with the Frank Premack Graven award for career contributions to public journalism. Johnson lives with her husband in St. Paul, her hometown, and they have one grown daughter.

Denise has been an editorial writer at the Star Tribune since 1996. Before joining the editorial board, she was a reporter, editor, columnist and editorial writer at the St. Paul Pioneer Press, and wrote editorials for the Miami Herald. She currently writes about urban affairs and a variety of other topics, but specializes in covering K-12 education. Johnson has also worked for the American Society of Newspaper Editors in Washington, D.C., and done diversity training locally and nationally. Earlier in her career, she hosted and produced news and issues public affairs shows on Twin Cities public television. The recipient of several journalism awards, she was honored in 2007 with the Frank Premack Graven award for career contributions to public journalism. Johnson lives with her husband in St. Paul, her hometown, and they have one grown daughter.

Contact

denise.johnson@startribune.com

612-673-7320

Latest from Denise Johnson

Columnists

Johnson: Biden’s mass pardons, clemency orders demonstrate need for reform

Klobuchar said Congress could create a vetting process for pardons that is similar to what some states currently have.

December 16, 2024

Columnists

Johnson: Address juvenile detention staffing issues to keep kids safe

The juvenile justice system must be held to strict scrutiny for the safe detention and rehabilitation of Minnesota youth.

December 12, 2024

Columnists

Johnson: Listen to taxpayers: Reduce the 2025 property tax increase plans

Cities need to make some of the same tough decisions that property owners are making as they try to manage their household budgets.

December 9, 2024

Columnists

Johnson: Is a 4-day school week right for your schools? Lots to consider.

As school leaders consider a shorter week, they must carefully evaluate whether such a schedule is viable for their students, families and staff.

December 5, 2024