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A Profile of the Radio Personality Bernie Ward

By Corey Deitz, About.com

Bernie Ward on-air at KGO/San Francisco

Bernie Ward on-air at KGO/San Francisco

Photo Credit: © KGO Radio
Born: San Francisco, California

Background: Bernie Ward was a liberal talk show host on KGO-AM/San Francisco.

A native of San Francisco, he has served as a reporter for KGO and is known for his investigative work on the crisis in Kosovo.

Legal Problems: - On December 6, 2007, Ward surrendered to federal authorities after being indicted on child pornography charges.

Ward was fired from KGO in January, 2008.

In May, 2008, Ward pleaded guilty to a single count of distributing child pornography. On August 28, 2008, Ward was sentenced to 7 years and 3 months in a federal prison.

Awards: Scripps Howard Award for Excellence in Journalism

Odd Claim To Fame: - Bernie Ward is a former Franciscan priest.

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