John Cardinale is the National Investigative Correspondent for Hearst Television based in Washington DC. He has a passion for telling stories while holding those in power accountable.

Cardinale is an Emmy award-winning investigative reporter who previously worked at KOAT in Albuquerque, New Mexico. During Cardinale's time in Albuquerque, he extensively investigated the ‘Rust’ movie set shooting involving Alec Baldwin. He uncovered flaws in the investigation, and his discoveries were referenced at trial. In addition, he worked on multiple special investigations taking deep dives into problems around New Mexico, and worked to find solutions. Cardinale’s investigations have won five New Mexico Broadcasters Association Awards.

Cardinale began his career as a Weekend Anchor and Reporter at KBJR in Duluth, Minnesota.

He graduated from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communications at Arizona State University.