Deb Knapp

Anchor

Deb Knapp
Deb Knapp
Anchor
Debora Knapp joined KATU in March of 2002.

A Northwest native, Deb grew up in Tacoma, Washington and attended Eastern Washington University. She started her career in Montana as an anchor/reporter.

In 1996 she helped launch, the nation's first state wide cable news channel called The Ohio News Network, in Columbus Ohio. An award winning journalist, Debora was honored with a first place award for her documentary on John Glenn's return to space.

She is also part of a "team Emmy" for her work with the CBS affiliate in Columbus WBNS. During her 6 years with ONN she reported regularly for WBNS.

Through KATU, Deb has been active with Make a Wish of Oregon. She is now a "wish granter," helping facilitate the wish process for children with life-threatening medical conditions. She is also involved with The March of Dimes prematurity campaign of Oregon.

Deb, has a passion for the arts. She trained for 17 years in classical ballet, and is a former board member and avid supporter of Oregon Ballet Theatre.

Recent stories by Deb Knapp

Home Waffles and Wishes raises nearly $60,000 Waffles and Wishes raises nearly $60,000 (Video)
By Deb Knapp KATU News Published: May 8, 2013 at 10:42 PM PDT
KATU's Deb Knapp emceed the annual breakfast fundraiser for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The money raised goes to support local kids battling life-threatening medical conditions.
Family Matters Off the couch to 5K challenge Off the couch to 5K challenge (Video)
By Deb Knapp KATU News Published: May 7, 2013 at 1:13 AM PDT
KATU's Deb Knapp has accepted a challenge from former drill sergeant Willie Wilcoxen, a leader of an exercise group at the Port of Portland, to get off the couch, out the door and run a 5K. She wants you to join her.
Home Teen asks Make-A-Wish for his very own 'man cave' Teen asks Make-A-Wish for his very own 'man cave' (Video)
By Deb Knapp KATU News Published: Dec 18, 2012 at 12:31 PM PDT
For nearly 30 years, Make-A-Wish Oregon has been granting the wishes of children with life-threatening illnesses. Some involve dream destinations or meeting their idols. One teen asked for a 'man cave' and we talked to him about the inspiration behind his wish.
Home Talking to your kids about cancer Talking to your kids about cancer (Video)
By Deb Knapp KATU News Published: Sep 3, 2010 at 10:51 PM PDT
One of the hardest parts of any disease can be talking to your kids and telling them Mom or Dad is sick. Meet one mom who had to do just that when she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Sports Was your old P.E. teacher wrong about stretching? Was your old P.E. teacher wrong about stretching? (Video)
By Deb Knapp KATU News Published: Mar 30, 2009 at 5:09 PM PDT
Chances are, in grade school you were taught to stretch before P.E. class or before playing sports. Well, we've all grown up and so has science. We take a look at how the wrong kind of stretching can be a dangerous mistake.
Problem Solvers Bad dog? No, bad owner, expert says Bad dog? No, bad owner, expert says (Video)
By Deb Knapp KATU News Published: Mar 24, 2009 at 11:45 AM PDT
KATU teamed up with Bark Busters – a dog training program – to see if they could tame a fox terrier with a habit of attacking the oven. As part of the exercise, a dog training expert shared the top five mistakes dog owners make.
Problem Solvers Tips to age-proof your skin Tips to age-proof your skin (Video)
By Deb Knapp KATU News Published: Mar 10, 2009 at 9:54 AM PDT Last Updated: Mar 10, 2009 at 10:11 AM PDT
There's no escaping wrinkles - those not-so-subtle reminders of time and youthful folly. Fortunately, there are skin-saving strategies to help ease the signs of past neglect and prevent further damage.