Jonathan Novack Exits KIAH Houston; Reporter Daryl Matthews Joins
KIAH, Nexstar's CW affiliate in Houston, is undergoing another on-air shakeup.
Category: In The News
Meteorologist Joe Haynes Returns to KTBS, Rejoins MEGA 3 Storm Team
Meteorologist Joe Haynes is back on familiar ground, rejoining the MEGA 3 Storm Team at KTBS, the ABC affiliate in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Amelia Santaniello Embraces New 4 p.m. Role at WCCO, Calls Change a “Great Pace Shift”
Anchor Amelia Santaniello is stepping into a new chapter at WCCO, the CBS owned-and-operator in Minneapolis, officially taking over the 4 p.m. weekday broadcast alongside Erin Hassanzadeh.
CBS Atlanta Launches First AR/VR News Studio, Taps Jobina Fortson-Evans as Anchor
CBS Atlanta is set to make history this fall with the launch of the region’s first fully immersive augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) newsroom.
Erika Facey Promoted to News Director at WISH Indianapolis
WISH-TV, Circle City Broadcasting's CW affiliate in Indianapolis, has elevated Erika Facey to the role of news director, solidifying her place at the helm of the newsroom she has called home for the past ...
Brittany Jeffers Steps Into KPRC 2 Noon Anchor Role
Brittany Jeffers has been promoted to anchor News at Noon on KPRC, Graham Media's NBC affiliate in Houston.
Alex Bozarjian Departs KRTK After Two Years
Alex Bozarjian has exited KTRK, the ABC owned-and-operated station in Houston, with her bio removed from the station’s “News Team” page as of August 2025.
Leeza Glazier Elevated to GM and News Director at KGUN/KWBA Tucson
E.W. Scripps has promoted Leeza Glazier to general manager and news director at KGUN and KWBA, its ABC affiliates in Tucson, Arizona.
Scripps Sells Fort Myers’ WFTX to Sun Broadcasting for $40 Million
The E.W. Scripps Company has reached a $40 million agreement to sell WFTX, its Fox affiliate in Fort Myers, Florida, to Sun Broadcasting, a privately held company with deep ties to the Southwest Florida ...
Brianda Villegas Departs WFAA After Brief Tenure as Morning Traffic Anchor
Brianda Villegas, who joined WFAA in Dallas-Fort Worth earlier this year as the station’s morning traffic anchor, is no longer with the TEGNA-owned ABC affiliate.
Ed Reams Promoted to GM and News Director at WTKR-WGNT
Ed Reams has been elevated to the dual role of general manager and news director at WTKR-WGNT, Scripps’ CBS affiliates in Norfolk, Va., effective Sept. 8.
Rob McCartney Retires After 40 Years in Broadcasting, 33 at KETV
Anchor Rob McCartney at KETV, Hearst's ABC affiliate, has announced he will retire at the end of 2025, closing a remarkable career that spanned 40 years of reporting and anchoring across Nebraska and western ...
Reggie Wilson Says KARE 11 Sports Director Role Is Being Cut
KARE 11, the station owned and operated by Tegna, sports director Reggie Wilson has announced he will be leaving the Twin Cities NBC affiliate at the end of the year, saying his position is ...
WDTN-WBDT Launches 42nd Annual Coats for Kids Campaign in Dayton
Nexstar’s WDTN (NBC) and WBDT (CW) are once again uniting the Miami Valley community for a good cause with the launch of their 42nd annual Coats for Kids campaign.
Noel Ramos to Lead Telemundo 40 Newsroom as News Director
Telemundo has tapped veteran journalist Noel Ramos as the new news director for KTLM McAllen (Telemundo 40 Rio Grande Valley), effective September 29.
Two Veteran News 12 Figures Step Away After Long Runs
By: Jessica DeWeese | jessica@newsblues.com Two of the most familiar faces have signed off at New 12, the network of regional cable news channels owned by Altice USA News in New York, reports Patch. ...
Teri Hornstein Joins WUSA9 as Traffic Anchor
WUSA9, Tegna's CBS affiliate in Washington D.C., has welcomed Teri Hornstein as its new traffic anchor, joining the station in August 2025.
WESH 2 Expands Sunday Morning News, Names Lindsey Sablan as Anchor
WESH 2, Hearst's NBC affiliate in Orlando, is giving Central Florida viewers more weekend coverage with the addition of a new hour of news on Sundays.
Ken Siemek Retires After 44 Years at KOLN/KGIN; Brad Anderson Named Chief Meteorologist
By: Jessica DeWeese | jessica@newsblues.com After more than four decades guiding Nebraskans through storms, droughts, and countless weather events, Chief Meteorologist Ken Siemek will retire at the end of October from KOLN/KGIN, Gray’s CBS ...
Greg Floyd Retires from WRGB After 45 Years of Award-Winning Journalism
After more than four decades on the air, WRGB, Sinclair's CBS affiliate, anchor Greg Floyd is retiring, closing a career that has defined broadcast journalism in New York’s Capital Region.
Ari Alexander Wraps Six-Year Run as KPRC Sports Anchor
Sports anchor and reporter Ari Alexander signed off Saturday night from KPRC, Graham Media Group's NBC affiliate in Houston, ending a six-year chapter at the station that included covering some of the city’s biggest ...
Peyton Galyean Returns Home to Join KRIV Houston Weather Team
KRIV, the Fox owned-and-operated station in Houston, is welcoming Peyton Galyean as a freelance weather anchor.
At WTKR, Viewers Stop Reporters and Say, Hey, You’re My Neighborhood Reporter
By Paul Greeley 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com The distance between Norfolk and the southern edge of the station’s coverage in the Outer Banks is 110 miles. The distance between Norfolk and the eastern ...
Former CNN Executive Javier Morgado Joins Tegna as VP of Content
By: Jessica DeWeese | jessica@newsblues.com Javier Morgado, a longtime network news producer, is making the jump to local broadcasting. According to AdWeek, Morgado announced that he is joining Tegna as vice president of content, ...
Taylor Murray Joins Sinclair’s National News Desk as Anchor
By: Jessica DeWeese | jessica@newsblues.com Sinclair has tapped veteran journalist Taylor Murray to join The National News Desk (TND) as its newest anchor. According to TVNewCheck, Murray steps into the role with more than ...
Allison Gutleber Joins KIAH Weather Team
Allison Gutleber has joined the weather team at KIAH, Nexstar's CW affiliate in Houston, officially beginning her new role this week.
Crystal Martinez Named Permanent Morning Anchor at Kansas City’s WDAF-TV
Crystal Martinez has been officially named a permanent morning news anchor at WDAF, Nexstar's Fox affiliate in Kansas City.
Shon Gables Departs WANF Atlanta After Seven Years
After seven years on the anchor desk at WANF, Gray's independently operated station in Atlanta, Shon Gables has officially parted ways with the station.
Jeff Hogan Returns to Anchor Desk at WBNS-10TV on August 26
After seven years away, veteran broadcaster Jeff Hogan will return to WBNS, Tegna's BCS affiliate Columbus, Ohio, stepping back behind the anchor desk on Tuesday, August 26.
Hayley Spitler Joins WITI Milwaukee as Breaking News Anchor
WITI, the Fox owned-and-operated station in Milwaukee, has welcomed Hayley Spitler as its new breaking news anchor, adding her to the FOX6 WakeUp team.
Devon Lucie Steps Into Chief Meteorologist Role at WDSU
WDSU, Hearst's NBC affiliate in New Orleans, Louisiana, has named Devon Lucie as its new Chief Meteorologist, following the 2024 retirement of longtime weather leader Margaret Orr.
Crystal Martinez Named Permanent Morning Anchor on WDAF in Kansas City
By Paul Greeley 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com WDAF, Nexstar’s Fox affiliate in Kansas City, has named Crystal Martinez a permanent anchor on the FOX4 Morning News team. After stepping in during recent months, Martinez will ...
Lexington Sports Anchor Brian Milam Trades TV Career for KHSAA Role
After nearly three decades on Kentucky television, longtime sports director Brian Milam is signing off from local news at WKYT, Gray's CBS and CW affiliate in Lexington.
Dallas GM Is Leaving The Station
Employees at KTVT/KTXA in Dallas learned Wednesday that their President and GM, Raquel Amparo is leaving the station, CBS News and Stations President, Jennifer Mitchell made the announcement to the staff today. Amparo returned ...
WZBJ Airing Roanoke College Football Games Marking School’s Return to Program Since 1942
By Paul Greeley 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com WZBJ24, Gray’s MyNetworkTV affiliate in Roanoke, is airing five Roanoke College home football games during the upcoming 2025 season. This year marks the first season of varsity ...
Bridget Fargen to Lead WMTV Madison Newsroom
WMTV, Gray's NBC and CW-affiliated television station for Madison, Wisconsin, has named Bridget Fargen as its next news director, effective September 8.
Clemente Morales Signs Off from Abilene Today
Longtime broadcaster Clemente Morales has wrapped up his run as meteorologist and anchor for Abilene Today on Nexstar's KRBC (NBC) and KTAB (CBS), officially signing off in August 2025.
Rick Reichmuth Signs Off After 20 Years at Fox News
By: Jessica DeWeese | jessica@newsblues.com After two decades as chief meteorologist at Fox News, Rick Reichmuth is stepping away from the network to focus on his growing business ventures. Reichmuth, a fixture on FOX ...
Gray Media Extends Fox Affiliations Across 27 Markets
Gray Media has renewed its affiliation agreement with the Fox Television Network, ensuring continued partnerships across 27 television markets.
Brenda Ladun Retires After 29 Years at WBAM ABC 33/40
After nearly three decades as one of Alabama’s most trusted news anchors, Brenda Ladun is signing off from WBAM (ABC 33/40), Sinclair's ABC affiliate serving Birmingham and central Alabama.
Thomas Cook Heads to Orlando as Reporter/MMJ for Spectrum Sports
Thomas Cook makes the move to Spectrum Sports in Orlando, where he will be a Reporter/MMJ.
Grace Lowe Returns Home as WYFF’s Weekend Meteorologist
Grace Lowe has joined WYFF, Hearst's NBC affilate in Greenville, S.C., as the station’s new weekend meteorologist — a full-circle moment for the South Carolina native.
Meteorologist Trades Early Mornings for Creative New Chapter
After a 25-year career in broadcast meteorology, Amy Sweezey has reinvented herself as an author, podcaster, and freelance forecaster.
WANF, Atlanta News First, Unveils Its New Independent Programming Schedule
By Paul Greeley 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com WANF, Gray’s independent station in Atlanta, branded as Atlanta News First, is expanding its news footprint with more reporters in the field and more local programming. ...
Kyle Carmean Promoted at WTTG Fox DC to VP News and Content
By Paul Greeley 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com Kyle Carmean has been promoted to Vice President of News and Content for WTTG FOX 5 DC and WDCA FOX 5 Plus, announces Senior Vice President and ...
Morgan Murphy Media Promotes Three Executive Leaders
By Paul Greeley 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com Morgan Murphy Media announced three strategic executive promotions in enhanced leadership roles, effective immediately. Chris Cornelius is named Chief Operating Officer. Cornelius joined Morgan Murphy ...
Akemi Harrison Named WGN-TV Director of News and Multiplatform Content
WGN, Nexstar's owned-and-operated station in Chicago, has appointed Akemi Harrison as its new director of news and multiplatform content, effective Aug. 25.
WBNS-10TV Unveils New Evening Anchor Team
WBNS-10TV, Tegna's CBS affiliate in Columbus, Ohio, is reshaping its evening news lineup with a team of four well-known journalists: Angela An, Stacia Naquin, Jeff Hogan, and Yolanda Harris.
Storm the Weather Dog Charms Viewers With Surprise On-Air Cameo
A routine weather forecast on Global News Toronto turned into an unexpected viral moment when meteorologist Anthony Farnell’s dog, Storm, wandered onto the set mid-broadcast in search of treats.
KTVB Faces Fourth On-Air Departure of 2025 as Weekend Anchor Jude Binkley Signs Off
KTVB, Tegna's NBC affiliate in Boise, has seen another familiar face exit in 2025.
Zach Fox Takes Over as Sports Director at WTOC 11 Savannah
WTOC 11, Gray's CBS affiliate in Savannah, Georgia, has named Zach Fox its new sports director, bringing him from Gray Media sister station KCBD 11 in Lubbock, Texas, where he served as sports anchor ...
Alex Cammarata Says Goodbye to KWES
Anchor Alex Cammarata is signing off after four years at KWES (NewsWest 9), Tegna's NBC affiliate in West Texas, closing a chapter that began when he joined the station as a sports reporter in ...
Jason Nappi Named Chief Meteorologist at KTUL
Jason Nappi has joined KTUL (NewsChannel 8), Sinclair's ABC affiliate in in Tulsa, Oklahoma, as the station’s new chief meteorologist, bringing years of experience covering severe weather across the southern United States.
WSB Shakes Up Daytime Programming Lineup
By Paul Greeley 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com Starting August 18, WSB is shaking up its daytime programming lineup. The Drew Barrymore Show starts at 10 a.m. on Channel 2. The show is ...
WHO 13’s Jannay Towne Exits After 20 Years
Veteran anchor and reporter Jannay Towne is signing off from WHO 13, Nexstar's NBC affiliate in Des Moines, Idaho, after two decades.
Gray Media Expands with $171M Deal for 10 Allen Media Stations
Gray Media, Inc. has reached a $171 million agreement to acquire television stations in 10 markets from Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group, Inc.
Steve Spriester to Leave KSAT12 After 30 Years in San Antonio News
Veteran anchor Steve Spriester is stepping down from KSAT12, Graham Media Group's ABC affiliate in San Antonio, closing out a 30-year career in broadcast journalism.
KTTC Meteorologist Defends Texting Wife On-Air During Severe Weather Coverage
Meteorologist Nick Jansen is speaking out after facing criticism for texting during a live severe weather broadcast on KTTC, Gray's NBC affiliate in Minnesota.
Brooklyn Heyn Begins Broadcast Career at WKBT News 8 Now
Brooklyn Heyn has landed her first local TV news job as a weekend anchor and multimedia journalist at WKBT (News 8 Now), Morgan Murphy Media's CBS affiliate in La Crosse, Wisconsin.
Jeff Hogan to Bid Farewell to WRAL, Returning to Ohio Station Where His Career Took Root
Morning anchor Jeff Hogan is preparing to sign off for the last time at WRAL, Capitol Broadcasting Company's NBC affiliate in Raleigh.
Dillon Gaudet Joins WSAZ as New Morning Meteorologist
WSAZ, Gray's CBS affiliate in Huntington, West Virginia, has welcomed Dillon Gaudet as its new morning meteorologist, effective August 6.
Elex Michaelson Announces Departure from KTTV, Teases Next Chapter
Elex Michaelson, a mainstay on KTTV, the Fox owned-and-operated station in Los Angeles, is stepping away from the anchor desk.
Alec Nolan Trades Sports Desk for Anchor Seat at KTBC Austin
Alec Nolan has joined KTBC, the Fox owned-and-operated station in Austin, Texas, as its new weekend anchor, officially stepping into the role in July 2025.
Nexstar Holds Top Spot as TV Station Consolidation Heats Up
Nexstar remains the largest U.S. television station group by revenue, topping TVNewsCheck’s 2025 ranking with $5.4 billion in estimated 2024 revenue.
Gray Media Acquires Four TV Stations From Block
By Paul Greeley 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com Gray Media’s $80 million acquisition of Block Communications’ television stations represents a calculated move to cement its dominance in the Midwest, according to AInvest. Gray’s acquisition of ...
Julia Fife Returns to KDFW FOX 4 Dallas as Meteorologist
Julia Fife is heading back to Texas, rejoining KDFW, the Fox owned-and-operated station in Dallas-Fort Worth, as a member of the station’s weather team.
Brian Doyle Tapped as News Director at WMUR Manchester
Brian Doyle has been named news director at WMUR, Hearst's ABC affiliate in Manchester, New Hampshire.
ABC Launches New Affiliate on Channel 7 in Miami-Fort Lauderdale
ABC has officially launched its programming in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale television market through a new affiliation with Sunbeam Television Corporation.
Lucas Kihmm Promoted to Weekend Anchor of ‘Wake Up Wisconsin’ on WKOW
WKOW has announced the promotion of reporter Lucas Kihmm to anchor of Wake Up Wisconsin Weekend, the station’s Saturday and Sunday morning newscast airing from 6 to 7 a.m.
Julie Flynn Named News Director at WKYC Cleveland
WKYC, Tegna's NBC affiliate in Cleveland, has officially named Julie Flynn as its next news director, elevating the area native and longtime newsroom leader to oversee the station’s news content across all platforms, including ...
Jonathan Munson Promoted to News Director at KIII 3NEWS in Corpus Christi
By: Jessica DeWeese | jessica@newsblues.com Jonathan Munson has officially been named News Director at KIII 3NEWS in Corpus Christi, stepping into the top newsroom role after more than a decade with the station. He ...
Veteran Reporter Bill Churchwell Promoted to Weekend Anchor at KIII 3NEWS
After nearly two decades of impactful reporting, Bill Churchwell is stepping into a new role as Weekend Evening Anchor at KIII (3NEWS), Tegna's ABC affiliate in Corpus Christi, Texas.
WXMI Moves News Out of the Studio and Into the Neighborhood
WXMI, E. W. Scripps' Fox affiliate in Grand Rapids, is shaking up the traditional local news model with a bold experiment: neighborhood-based reporting.
Mark Garcia Returns to the Rio Grande Valley as GM of KVEO and CBS 4
Mark Garcia is returning to South Texas in a new leadership role, stepping in as general manager of KVEO, Nexstar's NBC and CBS affiliates in the Rio Grande Valley.
Alex Kirchner Named Chief Meteorologist at Spectrum News 1 Wisconsin
Spectrum News 1 Wisconsin, the Charter Communications owned-and-operated 24 hour news channel, has tapped a familiar face in Midwest weather to lead its forecasting team.
Trey Daerr Bids Farewell to WHDH After Over a Decade in Boston Sports
After nearly 11 years, Trey Daerr has signed off from Sunbeam Television's WHDH in Boston, capping a memorable run as one of the station’s most recognizable sports anchors.
Mark Johnson Resurfaces at TEGNA Following Abrupt WEWS Exit
Veteran meteorologist Mark Johnson is returning to TV weather — but not just in Cleveland.
Spencer Denton Named Chief Meteorologist at WVLT, Continuing a Family Legacy
Spencer Denton is stepping into a familiar spotlight as the new Chief First Alert Meteorologist at WVLT, the CBS owned-and-operated station in Knoxville - marking not only a professional milestone but a return to ...
Stephanie Simmons Moves to Daytime as Ilona Carson Returns to KHOU Mornings
KHOU, Tegna's CBS affiliate in Houston, is making notable changes to its anchor lineup as veteran journalist Ilona Carson returns to local television, while longtime morning anchor Stephanie Simmons transitions into a new role.
Emmy-Winning Reporter Kelsey Kushner Heads Home to Philadelphia to Join WCAU
By: Jessica DeWeese | jessica@newsblues.com Reporter Kelsey Kushner is making her return to the Philadelphia region this August as she joins the NBC owned-and-operated station, WCAU. The award-winning journalist will officially start on August ...
Kennedy Miller Promoted to Morning Co-Anchor at WHP in Harrisburg
Kennedy Miller has officially been named co-anchor of the morning newscast at WHP, Sinclair's CBS affiliate in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Jack Webb Promoted to Sports Director at WFVX/WVII in Maine
By: Jessica DeWeese | jessica@newsblues.com Jack Webb is stepping into a new leadership role as sports director and co-anchor at Bangor’s Fox and ABC affiliates, WFVX and WVII. Webb takes over the position following ...
Lauren Larsen Joins WTMJ as Weather Team Shifts in Milwaukee
WTMJ,E. W. Scripps' NBC affiliate in Milwaukee, is welcoming a new face to its weather team—and she’s no stranger to Wisconsin viewers.
Katie McKee Officially Named Morning Anchor at WSYX Columbus
After eight years behind the wheel of the traffic desk, Katie McKee has been promoted to full-time morning anchor at WSYX, Sinclair's ABC affiliate in Columbus, Ohio.
Sara Holland Heads South to Join WNCN Sports Team in Raleigh
Sara Holland is trading in Buffalo’s snow for North Carolina sunshine as she joins WNCN (CBS 17), Nexstar's CBS affiliate in Raleigh, as a sports anchor and reporter.
Steve Spriester Marks 30 Years of Storytelling, Service, and Impact at KSAT
Anchor Steve Spriester is celebrating a remarkable 30-year milestone at KSAT, Graham Media Group's ABC affiliate in San Antonio, Texas, a career defined by meaningful journalism, impactful storytelling, and deep community connection.
KARK’s Todd Yakoubian Returns to His Roots at Kroger
Todd Yakoubian, chief meteorologist at KARK, Nexstar's NBC affiliate in Little Rock, traded in his usual green screen this week for the grocery aisle—returning to bag groceries at Kroger, just like he did in ...
Allison Martinez Heads to Austin and the KVUE News Team
Allison Martinez is making the move to Texas as she joins KVUE, Tegna's ABC affiliate in Austin, as a reporter.
Cyreia Sandlin Signs Off at WISN After Three-Year Run
After three years at the weekend anchor desk, Cyreia Sandlin is saying goodbye to WISN 12, Hearst's ABC affiliate in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
“My Worst Fear on Air”: Wisconsin Meteorologist Warns His Mom of Tornado During Live Broadcast
On July 16, while delivering live severe weather coverage for WISC, meteorologist Blaise Keller faced a harrowing moment no broadcaster ever wants to experience — realizing a tornado was heading straight toward his mother’s ...
Portland News Icon Jeff Gianola Announces Retirement After 43 Years on Air
Veteran broadcaster Jeff Gianola, the longtime lead anchor at KOIN‑6, Nexstar's CBS affiliate in Portland, Oregon, has announced plans to retire later this year, bringing to a close his 43‑year career in television news.
KSNV Bids Farewell to Sports Anchor Jesse Merrick
KSNV, Sinclair's NBC affiliate in Las Vegas, said a heartfelt goodbye to sports anchor and reporter Jesse Merrick, marking his final day with the station.
Amaya Ward Heads to Cleveland’s WKYC
WKYC, Tegna's NBC affiliate in Cleveland, is gaining a fresh face in its local news lineup.
Shabnam Danesh Signs Off from WMBD/WYZZ, Heads to East Coast Reporting Role
After more than four years in central Illinois, WMBD and WYZZ weekend anchor and reporter Shabnam Danesh is saying goodbye to Peoria.
When TV Stations Post Outdated Weather Content Online
By Paul Greeley 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com Nearly half of U.S. adults prefer to access local news online, compared to 32% who favor television. Additionally, of those looking online for local news, a ...
WSB Makes Anchor Moves in Evening Newscasts in Atlanta
By Paul Greeley 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com WSB, Cox Media’s ABC affiliate in Atlanta, announces new anchor teams for its 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. newscasts. Karyn Greer joins Wendy Corona on Channel 2 ...
Andrew Capasso Signs Off at KABB, Prioritizes Family After 20 Years in TV
Morning anchor Andrew Capasso bid farewell to KABB, Sinclair's Fox affiliate in San Antonio, in an emotional final newscast, stepping away from television after more than two decades to focus on his family amid ...
Annabelle Tuggle Signs Off from KETK/KFXK Evening Desk
After delivering the day’s biggest headlines to East Texas viewers, Annabelle Tuggle has signed off from Nexstar's KETK (NBC) and KFXK (Fox) evening anchor desk for the final time.
