You were one of many who inspired me to get into the business. Scripps is the nations largest holder of broadcast spectrum. PublishedOctober 4, 2022 at 12:20 PM EDT. 22 Xavier hands No. Jaclyn returned to cheerleading in May 2017 but finally called it quits in April 2019 after two years. Skovira will co-anchor "Good Morning Tri-State" every weekday with Adrian Whitsett. I am forever grateful. Staff. Scripps is the nations largest holder of broadcast spectrum. "I can't say enough good things about this town, and the people I've met here. One of the most significant changes on the Cincinnati TV landscape in recent years has been the explosive growth of WXIX-TV's news footprint. WCPO is "currently recruiting for a sports reporter/anchor," Brogan says. For now, I plan to spend lots of quality time with my family/friends and traveling as much as I can UNTIL I am READY for my next big adventure. "We recently moved a few of our anchors schedules around to better position us to meet our goals. That's why she wasn't on Channel 9 Tuesday morning. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, Give light and the people will find their own way., Melisse Marks, WCPO 9, 513-852-4954, melisse.marks@wcpo.com. More: Morning anchor Kathrine Nero out at WCPO. As one of the nations largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. All I know for certain is that Nero will enjoy evenings with her husband and two daughters. https://t.co/1hW725a1uR, @KathrineNero Im really sad & trying 2 understand why u were let go @WCPO I feel that the viewers should have a say my fam & I have been watching you since u were doing sports & EVERYDAY 4 work/school u WILL be missed We wish u the best & will continue to follow , Ive always been a fan of @KathrineNero & wish her the best in an exciting next chapter. The 9 First Warning Weather Team alerts viewers in advance of severe weather, tracking storms around-the-clock to keep families safe. Julie O'Neill, who anchored the morning show at WCPO-TV, "Good Morning Tri-State," was with the station 27 years. John Kiesewetter joined the WVXU news team as a TV/Media blogger on July 1 2015, after nearly 30 years covering local and national broadcasting for The Cincinnati Enquirer. And when Reggie Wilson left, I stepped in and filled in as an anchor again I wasn't being paid the going rate for an anchor. All our newscasts are important to us but so is serving our audience on all platforms. WCPO 9 News staff biographies and information. She has a strong drive to connect with the viewers, telling their stories in a compassionate way. Katherine Nero no longer with @WCPO? In an hour, she had 446 comments and 60 shares. Im sad to hear of what happened. The 10 are news anchor (Adrian Whitsett), one weather anchor (Sherry Hughes), two sports reporters/anchors (Keenan Singleton, Reggie Wilson) and six reporters (Monique John, Whitney Miller,. Contact John at johnkiese@yahoo.com. O'Neill declined to comment for this story. "She decided to go ahead and leave the team," said Fulmer, hired from a Louisville station in January. Competitors WXIX-TV, WLWT-TV and WKRC-TV all do 10 p.m. news (on Channels 19, 64 and 5.2) in addition to the 11 p.m. news. 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Chris Riva, her Good Morning Tri-State co-anchor, was let go in March. Watch the latest headlines from WCPO 9 Cincinnati any time. It was wholly my decision.". Kathrine has worked at WCPO for 20 years, and has anchored GMTS for 15 of those years. . This was not my decision," Nero told me Tuesday afternoon. I have two young kids, and it just wasn't jiving with my schedule as far as the time I felt that I felt my team at home deserved, more so than WCPO. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. @WCPO After 20 years of watching channel 9 because of Katherine Nero, Im changing channels. Prosecutors said Hill agreed to plead guilty to four counts of sexual battery in exchange for the state dropping eight other sex charges. "Please continue to support all of my friends and colleagues at WCPO. Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Prosecutors said the boys were ages 13 to 15 when the offenses occurred this year and last year. For more than 30 years, John Kiesewetter has been the source for information about all things in local media comings and goings, local people appearing on the big or small screen, special programs, and much more. He would not say what options had been discussed with O'Neill. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. O'Rourke has also been at WCPO since July 1992 but started co-anchoring at 11 o'clock with Carol Williams after . Local media is still his beat and hes bringing his interest, curiosity, contacts and unique style to Cincinnati Public Radio and 91.7 WVXU. He also did enough spots reporting for a cable TV access station to put together a resume tape which got him a sports job at WTVQ-TV in Lexington, Ky., in 2013. "This was a blindside," says Kathrine Nero, WCPO-TV's Good Morning Tri-State anchor who was let go by WCPO-TV Monday. Prosecutors said the boys were ages 13 to 15 when the offenses. Two of the Black journalists prominently featured in the video Jasmine Minor and Timyka Artist have left the station. Yes, she wanted to make it clear to all her fans she didn't want to leave, and that she wanted to thank all of her loyal viewers. O'Rourke is an American Emmy - Winning News Anchor and Reporter working for WCPO-TV in Cincinnati. This is not how I expected it to end. It has been a tremendous honor to serve you for so many years. Much love and respect! During her time in Cincinnati, Kristyn has been active in supporting numerous community organizations including Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, The American Heart Associations Go Red for Women and the World Affairs Council. For more than 30 years, John Kiesewetter has been the source for information about all things in local media comings and goings, local people appearing on the big or small screen, special programs, and much more. Kristen Skovira has joined the WCPO 9 anchor team. Contact John at johnkiese@yahoo.com. But after 20 years, they might have handled it better," she says. When I heard rumors that she was terminated Monday, I left her a voicemail asking if she wanted to thank her viewers. The 27-year veteran chose to leave the station after being told she would no longer co-anchor weekday mornings with Adrian Whitsett. Thank you for laughing, crying, learning and growing with me. "We could never kind of come to a meeting of the minds as far as not only that situation, but my schedule and what I felt I deserved to be compensated. Jeff Brogan, WCPO-TV general manager, just responded to my email. Marc Lamont Hill. Popo was the ultimate storyteller and Ken was like the personality. As for Wilson's weekend anchor position, vacant since August, Brogan says, "Reggies position was part-time and were still determining what we plan on doing with that position.". WCPO-TV confirmed Sunday Bill Price passed away, but the cause of death is unknown. Traffic reporter Sina Gebre-Ab took a TV job last spring in Baltimore, her hometown. Here's to 20 more years!". Kiesewetter's report said she chose to leave after being told she would no longer. They decided to exercise their option. I'll be at home with the kids primarily for a while and then I'll make some decisions. He and his wife have family in Florida who could help them with their children, ages 3 and 2. You have embraced me like a local to the point I feel like I am one now! Minor and Artist appeared twice in the 30 seconds, along with shots of anchor Julie O'Neill; meteorologists Jennifer Ketchmark and Austin Winfield; reporter Ally Kraemer; and traffic reporter Sina Gebre-Ab. Chip Mahaney, WCPO-TV news director, sent this email to the staff Tuesday afternoon: "I want to let you know that Kathrine Nero is no longer with WCPO. The Fox 19 news is No. I remember you starting on sports and then to anchor. I met my wife (Leigh) here, and we had our two children here. "I want to thank Julie for her years of services to WCPO and the community and wish her the very best.". WXIX-TV, which has been a strong No. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. "At my desk right now, I have a bag full of cards from when I had cancer. Another point of contention was WCPO-TV's refusal to let him out of his contract in November 2020, when a Tampa TV station offered him more money to come to Florida. ", News Director Barry Fulmer told staff last week that "we made the decision to take her off the morning show as an anchor and spoke with her about a couple of different options moving forward." Once Ken Broo left, I filled in as the weekend anchor at WCPO for nine months. After getting a sports marketing degree from the University of Oregon in 2015, Minor earned a master's degree in broadcast journalism in 2017 from Northwestern University. Singleton, hired from a Lexington TV station in 2015, had his disagreements with WCPO-TV management. Artist, who has not anchored weekend morning newscasts for several weeks, says she's no longer employed by WCPO after five years hosting Good Morning Tri-State on weekend. WCPO-TV hired O'Neill in July 1995 from WSVN-TV in Miami, Fla. She was morning anchor in 2002 when replaced by Kathrine Nero, who moved from weekend sports anchor to mornings. Saying she is "overwhelmed and eternally blessed to receive such caring and love," former WCPO-TV news anchor Julie O'Neill thanked her fans for their support on Facebook after her dismissal from the station last month after 27 years. Price worked for the station for 26 years before leaving in 2012 to care for his mother in New York, his home state. February 13, 2017 Josh Elliot was abruptly fired by CBS News on Monday and escorted out of the building by security. John Kiesewetter, who has covered television and media for more than 35 years, has been working for Cincinnati Public Radio and WVXU-FM since 2015. Singleton didn't have a lot of TV experience before Channel 9. Kathrine Nero, who co-anchored WCPO-TV'sGood Morning Tri-State has been dismissed after 20 years at Cincinnati's ABC affiliate. No. "Those of us in the business always kind of snicker and say, 'Yeah, right.' To ensure that you obtain the best Wcpo News Anchor Fired, it is essential to conduct exhaustive and thorough research. Fox 5 Las Vegas morning weekday anchor and reporter Feven Kiflegiorgis was busted nude and asleep behind the wheel of her Audi at about 7:30 a.m. March 20, the Las Vegas Review-Journal reported.. The city's ethics office is, Cincinnati celebrates 48th annual MLK Day, New year means new airlines, new flights and new technology for CVG, Indiana's Asian American community is grieving after a bus stabbing attack. Bret Buganski. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. "I had some other opportunities during my tenure there at WCPO that popped up, and they wouldn't allow me to pursue those opportunities because I was under contract. "We cant talk about personnel matters but appreciate everything Keenan did for us and wish him the best in whatever he does next," he says. While in Chicago, she was an on-air NFL draft reporter for CSN Chicago (Comcast SportsNet), now called NBC Sports Chicago. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, "Give light and the people will find their own way.". They're so different, but they were both so talented in their strengths. So it was just time for me to go my separate way. Jeff Brogan, WCPO-TV vice president and general manager, said the station "just started the recruiting process and we will look at internal and external candidates (for morning co-anchor), like every other position we post." Nero isn't sure what she'll do. That's what's more important to me now.". By two hours, she had 800 comments and 136 shares. Tuberville resigned a month later. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. The Scripps Networks reach nearly every American through the national news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery, Laff and TrueReal. I am overwhelmed and eternally blessed to receive such caring and love and I am full of gratitude that my 27 years of work in this community is respected and has meant something to so many," she wrote on Facebook. @KathrineNero was the #1 reason to watch @WCPO in the morning. "Good Morning Tri-State" on WCPO 9 (WCPO-TV) is getting a new anchor. Our goal is to reflect the community with our coverage and that comes with having a diverse news team it's one of our top priorities.". Kristyn Hartman, who joined WCPO 9 in 2017, anchors at 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. She will leave the station at the end of May. CINCINNATI WCPO 9 Anchor Kristyn Hartman has announced she will be retiring from broadcasting and leaving the station at the end of the month. She previously attended the University of Cincinnati's College Conservatory of Music where she majored in musical theater. 0:11. Sam Hubbard micd up during 98-yard TD: Cant catch me!, Woman charged with murder after beating man with his own cane returns to court. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. After signing off from Sports Of All Sorts on Sunday, Feb. 20, he was supposed to work two more days. TV station WCPO fired Hill in March after he was indicted on charges he had sex with four boys whom he had been mentoring. A Chicago native, she will be returning to her hometown to be near family and explore work opportunities outside television news. According to his LinkedIn profile . Wow. Social media comments eased the pain for Nero, a Memphis native hired as Channel 9's weekend sports reporter/anchor in 1998. It's another thing to do it cumulatively for more than a year and not to be compensated for it, and that was definitely a point of contention with the company.". Gonna miss you @KathrineNero been watching you on Channel 9 almost as long as I've been alive wishing you all the best, you definitely won't have a problem finding a new employer you're just to awesome for any news station to pass up, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The city's ethics office is, Cincinnati celebrates 48th annual MLK Day, New year means new airlines, new flights and new technology for CVG, Indiana's Asian American community is grieving after a bus stabbing attack. Unretirement, Bengals reunion chatter has reached Andrew Whitworth. CINCINNATI WCPO 9 Anchor Kristyn Hartman has announced she will be retiring from broadcasting and leaving the station at the end of the month. They are some of the hardest working people I know. She has been a big part of the station and our morning show in particular. (No time like the present, right?)". I wish you the best of luck, The phrase 'I have no words' doesn't even begin to explain what's going through my mind. Cincinnati-based Scripps flagship station has pulled main co-anchors Tanya O'Rourke and Craig McKee from the 11 p.m. news "to better position us to meet our goals," says Jeff Brogan, WCPO-TV vice president and general manager. "I want to keep my options open," she says. Two years later he was hired by WCPO. Fentanyl . Hell be posting news about Greater Cincinnati TV, radio and movies; updating your favorite former local TV/radio personalities or stars who grew up here; and breaking news about national TV, radio and media trends. The decision was not popular on Facebook. O'Neill started her career at WAFB-TV in Baton Rouge, La., in 1991, while studying broadcast journalism at Louisiana State University. Contact John at johnkiese@yahoo.com. @KathrineNero made me a better journalist. I loved Cincinnati from the moment I drove into town. The station has added anchor Jasmine Styles from Tampa, and weekend anchor/reporter Bret Buganski from Wichita after weekend anchor Evan Millward moved to weekday evenings. Scripps Company. In her first comment since I broke the story last week, O'Neill explained that "the 'options' I was given upon being taken off the morning show involved only the remainder of my contract, expiring this year. Throughout the pandemic, Kristyn has provided valuable health updates and in-depth specials aimed at helping viewers navigate the complexities of COVID-19. I am utterly shocked at this news. at a reduced rate. Skovira will co-anchor "Good Morning Tri-State" every weekday with Adrian Whitsett. While shes leaving broadcasting, I have no doubt she will be successful and continue to shine in her new career.. WCPO-TV hired O'Neill in July 1995 from WSVN-TV in Miami, Fla. She was morning anchor in 2002 when replaced by Kathrine Nero, who moved from weekend sports anchor to mornings. Multimedia Journalist Social AllyKraemerWCPO AllyKraemerWCPO Email: ally.kraemer@wcpo.com Phone: 513-256-1076 When it comes to social media, you can find me: On Twitter:@AllyKraemerWCPO or. CINCINNATI A longtime reporter and anchor who once served the Cincinnati area has died. 10:58 AM, Oct 21, 2020 . A Chicago native, she will be returning to her. Typically, commercials coming out of prime time at 10 p.m. or 11 p.m. are the most valued for advertisers and stations, I'm told. What a road it has been with all of you. She has also reported for WCPO-TV's investigative I-Team. The station is owned by The E.W. Whatever is next for me, remember - just as you've been for me for two decades, I'll always be on your side. "These changes help us further prioritize serving our audiences wherever and whenever they consume our content," Brogan says. Thank you for all youve done & I wish you well on your next venture! Under the deal, a judgewill sentence Hill on November tenth to five years in prison. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, Hamilton County judge orders new trial for man convicted in 2010 murder, Woman dead after shooting in Clermont County, sheriff says, Newly passed legislation will help fund Union Baptist Cemetery. . She has also reported for WCPO-TV's investigative I-Team. So @wcpo wants to go in a different direction without @KathrineNero? O'Neill and WCPO management could not be reached for comment Tuesday night. We won't have a house here, but this will always be home," says the Houston native who is moving to Bradenton, Fla., where his wife has accepted a job as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I'm shocked by this, and I know Dad will be ticked.Will look forward to your tweets, and whatever is next for you.Try to enjoy the rest of the summer. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP). I'm the type of person who throws out birthday cards, but I kept those. "I cant comment on personnel matters. Weekend sports anchor Keenen Singleton left in March, LGBTQ scientists want safety standards for fieldwork, Here's how Cincinnati is changing the process for nonprofits to get city funding, With SNAP relief payments ending, Hamilton County commissioners say they plan to help, Metro picks its two Bus Rapid Transit corridors, Matt Dolan announces U.S. Senate bid against Sherrod Brown, Ohio abortion rights advocates working on constitutional amendment, Ready for the 2023 Cincinnati Council election? Watch Now. LGBTQ scientists want safety standards for fieldwork, Here's how Cincinnati is changing the process for nonprofits to get city funding, With SNAP relief payments ending, Hamilton County commissioners say they plan to help, Metro picks its two Bus Rapid Transit corridors, Matt Dolan announces U.S. Senate bid against Sherrod Brown, Ohio abortion rights advocates working on constitutional amendment, Ready for the 2023 Cincinnati Council election? As a lifelong Cincinnati resident, Tanya's focus has been on stories that impact her hometown. "I wanted to do some housekeeping things and send some emails, but when I tried to get on (the computer system) Monday morning I couldn't access things. It was an honor to work with Kristyn who is one of the most committed, hard-working anchor-reporters Ive ever worked with, said Jeff Brogan, vice president and general manager for WCPO 9. Shea Allen, a local reporter in Huntsville, Alabama, may have thought she was being fiery and whimsical when she published a 10-point reflection, aptly titled Confessions of a Red Headed Reporter,. 10. John Kiesewetter, who has covered television and media for more than 35 years, has been working for Cincinnati Public Radio and WVXU-FM since 2015. "For now, I plan to spend lots of quality time with my family/friends and traveling as much as I can until I am ready for my next big adventure," Artist says. I want to thank each of you for the kind words over the years. bengals. The Colorado native has also worked in Cheyenne, Wyoming; Ft. Meyers, Florida; Denver, Colorado; Nashville, Tennessee; and Colorado Springs, Colorado. Leaving was "my call," says Singleton, the glib sportscaster probably best known for filming University of Cincinnati football coach Tommy Tuberville yelling at a heckling fan to "go to hell, get a job" in 2016. Brogan said last week that WCPO-TV has "started the recruiting process and we will look at internal and external candidates, like every other position we post.". When I emailed WCPO-TV Vice President Jeff Brogan about their departures, he didn't provide any specific details. This was a difficult decision that we made after much thought and evaluation. I also asked if he was committed to filling the Minor and Artist vacancies with African Americans or minorities. crime-and-courts. Black News Anchor Fired After Wearing 'Unprofessional' Natural Hair Photo Credit: Brittany Noble Instagram By #TeamEBONY | January 16, 2019 Share Brittany Noble, 32, a former news anchor at. For more than a week O'Rourke and McKee have co-anchored all 90 minutes of the 5-6:30 p.m. local news block, while the other stations mixed and matched anchors. "It's not that unusual to have employees coming-and-going in this business as journalists grow their careers," Brogan says. Weekend sports anchor Keenen Singleton left in March, and news anchor Kristyn Hartman went home to Chicago in May. That's why when I drove away, I did not look back.". https://t.co/GWYDfoQzDe, What? Now, I'll be sleeping in and sharing that morning coffee with my family. ", Why the change? Since I started writing about Cincinnati broadcasting in 1985, TV station managers have told me that the late news ratings were most important to them even as early evening newscasts expanded into the late afternoon and more resources were poured into morning news while the 11 p.m. audience shrank. An accomplished singer, she started college by studying vocal performance at Centenary College of Louisiana (1986-87), then studied music theater at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (1988-89), before minoring in music at LSU (1990-1992). Jessica Hart is a Multi-Media Journalist for WCPO 9 News in Cincinnati, OH. I've gotten married, had two beautiful girls, survived cancer and made some incredible friends along the way. Skovira comes to WCPO 9 from sister station KIVI-TV in Boise, Idaho, where she anchored "Good Morning Idaho." The days of focusing on just one newscast or newscasts exclusively are over," Brogan says. WCPO anchor Kathrine Nero said she was unexpectedly let go from the station following the morning newscast on Monday. 1 reason was family. The station produces impactful investigations, special reports and award-winning journalism. Skovira comes to WCPO 9 from sister station KIVI-TV in Boise, Idaho, where she anchored "Good Morning Idaho.". Youve been a support to the Crohns and colitis community, as well. I've literally grown up here. An accomplished singer, O'Neill studied vocal performance at Centenary College in her home state of Louisiana and music theater at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music before earning a broadcast journalism degree with a minor in music from Louisiana State University in 1992. The Scripps Networks reach nearly every American through the national news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery, Laff and TrueReal. She didn't see it coming. But for me that's actually true. The city's first 10 p.m. newscast, launched in 1993, has spawned 12.5 hours of weekday newscasts at 4:30-11 a.m.; 3-6:30 p.m.; and 10-11:35 p.m. Then things changed. Hell be posting news about Greater Cincinnati TV, radio and movies; updating your favorite former local TV/radio personalities or stars who grew up here; and breaking news about national TV, radio and media trends. On Monday, Nero was told she was out, with a year to go on her contract. Born and raised in Baltimore, she's thrilled to be back home, co-anchoring WJZ mornings, WJZ at 9 and reporting. After earning a journalism degree at the University of Houston, he began his career at the Orange County Register in Southern California, working his way up from a news assistant to high school sports reporter. Kiesewetter's report said she chose to leave after being told she would no longer co-anchor weekday mornings. It ended with this line: "Thank you, Kathrine! She also anchors WCPO 9 at 5:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. The 9 First Warning Weather Team alerts viewers in advance of severe weather, tracking storms around-the-clock to keep families safe. Artist came to Cincinnati in 2015, after nearly 10 years at Pittsburgh's WPIX-TV. Kristen Skovira will start as a co-anchor for WCPO's "Good Morning Tri-State" on Wednesday. Her Facebook post announcing her departurehad more than 1,600 comments Wednesday morning. @KathrineNero May you go from strength to strength! A longtime local television news anchor has left her post after more than two decades, according to a report from WVXU's John Kiesewetter. 75 talking about this. Stephen Hill, a reporter for Channel Nine since 1989, was arrested Friday night on eight counts of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor. "We are a multi-media news organization that is serving audiences on TV, mobile, digital, and our streaming apps.". Im doing my best to take that to heart and 'keep the old ego out of it' as he would say so I can make wise decisions for my family moving forward. Please stay in touch!". A professor in the Morehouse college, he joined Fox News in 2007 and he appeared often on the O'Reilly Show where he discussed with O'Reilly on socio-political issues. Her professionalism was recognized by the National Association of Television Arts and Sciences with an Emmy Award in 2018 in the category of Best News Anchor. She won't be waking up at 1:40 a.m. "I will be getting a little bit more sleep," she says. It's one thing to fill in for a couple of weeks. We decided to go in another direction with this anchor position after much thought and evaluation of Good Morning Tri-State. Best wishes to you and your future endeavors! Watching Popo and Broo was a master class. An ABC-affiliate that covers breaking news, weather, traffic, sports and more. We will share information on changes to the show when were ready to announce it.". This is terrible news. Kathrine has worked at WCPO for 20 years, and has anchored GMTS for 15 of those years. "This show may be over, but as we say in the broadcasting business, stay tuned.". 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The 10 are news anchor (Adrian Whitsett), one weather anchor (Sherry Hughes), two sports reporters/anchors (Keenan Singleton, Reggie Wilson) and six reporters (Monique John, Whitney Miller, Raven Richard, Larry Seward, Lisa Smith and Kristen Swilley). Prosecutors said the victims and their families supported the plea deal so that the victims would not have to testify in court about the sex acts. "We're going to be closer to family, as we wanted to be a couple of years ago. I hope that you know how much I've enjoyed my job, spending my mornings with you. Singleton also wanted some flexibility in his 3 p.m.-midnight schedule to spend more time with his wife and kids. Contact John at johnkiese@yahoo.com. Channel 9 has the most diverse newsroom of the four Cincinnati TV stations with newscasts. O'Neill returned to. So I guess that's how this is going to go.' She called me back Tuesday soon after posting her Facebook message. The station is owned by The E.W. . O'Neill returned to anchor mornings in 2018 when Nero was fired. "But at a certain point in time, I was an anchor. John Kiesewetter joined the WVXU news team as a TV/Media blogger on July 1 2015, after nearly 30 years covering local and national broadcasting for The Cincinnati Enquirer. It's basically their way to get people to do all the jobs that three or four people used to do (camera operator, video editor, etc.) TV station WCPO fired Hill in March after he was indicted on charges he had sex with four boys whom he had been mentoring. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. Ohio, and became a WCPO-TV reporter and anchor for the E.W. She's a leader with passion and dedication. I would like to be my own boss. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Singleton recalled how often we hear coaches and athletes say they're leaving sports to spend more time with their family. WCPO-TV hired O'Neill in July 1995 from WSVN-TV in Miami, Fla. She was morning anchor in 2002 when replaced by Kathrine Nero, who moved from weekend sports anchor to the morning show. A well-known employee of WCPO has been arrested. McKee was seen on the early evening news Tuesday interviewing Cincinnati and Montgomery restaurant owners whose social media accounts had been hacked. The city's ethics office is, Cincinnati celebrates 48th annual MLK Day, New year means new airlines, new flights and new technology for CVG, Indiana's Asian American community is grieving after a bus stabbing attack. She graduated from Louisiana State University in 1992 with a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism and a minor in music. She posted the news on Facebook Sunday, and did not mention any new job. She has been a big part of the station and our morning show in particular. About Scripps The E.W. Possible resources for Wcpo News Anchor Fired include guides, rating websites, word-of-mouth testimonials, online forums, and product reviews. Bill was such a nice guy and always willing to help . Nero had been with the station since 1988 and has been a morning. To be frank, they (WCPO) probably needed a better teammate than what I could provide at this point in my journey, so it was time for me to step away and focus more on stuff here at home, and be around my kids. About Scripps The E.W. "They told me they were going in a different direction. A huge loss for Cincy! "I was in the middle of a contract. WCPO-TV is building on its strength. She had another year left on her contract, but station executives exercised. The last couple years, you all have blessed me so much with your welcoming kindness and I thank you, dearly, for challenging me to be better and better each and every day. But his Scripps email was blocked. Good luck @KathrineNero you will land in a great thing. Don Cheadle at Cincinnati premiere of 'Miles Ahead' Mar 26, 2016 Don Cheadle, who stars in and directed the film "Miles Ahead" about legendary jazz musician Miles Davis, will grace a red carpet rolled out in front of the Esquire Theatre in Clifton at about 6 p.m. Saturday before screening the movie at 7 p.m. with those who either purchased tickets or donated to an Indiegogo campaign he . Morning news wont be the same without you! Many are from people who I don't know," she says. She was told Monday after the morning newscast that her option would not be picked up. Hill had a reputation for defending controversial figures and was fired by Fox. Can't wait to see what's next! O'Neill anchored her last newscast Thursday, Sept. 8. I felt that I didn't want to devote my time away from my family to a place that I didn't feel really appreciated what I brought to the table. WCPO reported the news Sunday but did not list the date or cause of death. For decades, Cincinnati television viewers have watched the main anchor teams deliver. Smooches.". I love Jennifer and Jac too, but Katherines signed headshot has been in my locker at the firehouse for 15 years. Contact John at johnkiese@yahoo.com. If its outside of media, let me know if I can help. 2023 www.cincinnati.com. Sports reporter Keenan Singleton, who hosted his final Sports Of All Sorts last month, says he will remember Cincinnati fondly. In fact, WCPO posted a story on its website celebrating her 20th anniversary at the station Jan. 9. Minor was hired in 2018 from the Fox affiliate in Fort Meyers, Fla. "As positions open, we look around our industry to find the best journalists to join our awesome team. Hamilton County prosecutors were in Common Pleas Court Thursday to present terms of the plea deal for ex-reporter Stephen Hill. Last week he reported a story from Cincinnati City Hall. A year ago WCPO-TV was fourth in the money demo at 5 p.m., and second at 6 p.m. At 11 p.m. in November, WCPO-TV essentially was tied for second with WKRC-TV in the demo, behind WLWT-TV. 2 UConn its first loss to win its 8th in a row. You are top notch and I wish you all the best! Tanya is a multiple Emmy Award-winning News Anchor and Reporter for WCPO-TV in Cincinnati. Ill be announcing my next step soon! O'Neill. PublishedDecember 6, 2022 at 9:21 PM EST. @KathrineNero I am in shock and so very sad to hear the news. I will miss you so much on TV. She has. "I've had 25-year-olds tell me that they've watched me their whole life. Concentrating on the early news or having the prominent anchors working day shifts to turn stories makes sense for WCPO-TV, the only Cincinnati news station that doesn't produce a 10 p.m. newscast. Next he worked about six years as a researcher for the NFL Network in Los Angeles. "PS. She has worked at WCPO for 27 years, starting as a weekend assignment editor and worked her way up to being Senior News Anchor. They have no idea what they're in for! Reporter John McQuiston attended the press conference. "This hasnt been determined. Im excited to finally launch my speaking career, empowering people to become bold and crash through their comfort zones. "I would like to thank all of you whove reached out to me privately and publicly with such kind words of encouragement. Sina Gebre-Ab WJZ-TV . ", Do you expect to go back to a male/female morning anchor team as you had until March of this year? Copyright 2021 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. About WCPO 9 WCPO 9 advocates for the people of Cincinnati. John Kiesewetter, who has covered television and media for more than 35 years, has been working for Cincinnati Public Radio and WVXU-FM since 2015. The city's ethics office is, Cincinnati celebrates 48th annual MLK Day, New year means new airlines, new flights and new technology for CVG, Indiana's Asian American community is grieving after a bus stabbing attack. I had a year to go. November sweeps ratings show WCPO-TV first from 5-6:30 p.m. with viewers ages 25 to 54, the demographic stations use for advertising rates. Im excited to say Ill be heading to a new opportunity and taking another step in this beautiful journey! WCPO-TV hired O'Neill in July 1995 from WSVN-TV in Miami, Fla. She was morning anchor in 2002 when replaced by Kathrine Nero, who moved from weekend sports anchor to the morning show. #BestWishes for a #BrightFuture outside of @WCPO. After Ken Broo retired in December 2018, and Reggie Wilson left last August for Minneapolis, Singleton says he filled in for more than a year as weekend anchor without additional compensation. I was a MMJ and that was fine, especially when I first started," he says. And if you happen to see me around town, dont hesitate to say 'hello.' O'Neill's friends say she was told her contract would not be renewed when it expired at the end of the year and was given two options either to work as a reporter through December, or to leave the station but continue to be paid through December. LGBTQ scientists want safety standards for fieldwork, Here's how Cincinnati is changing the process for nonprofits to get city funding, With SNAP relief payments ending, Hamilton County commissioners say they plan to help, Metro picks its two Bus Rapid Transit corridors, Matt Dolan announces U.S. Senate bid against Sherrod Brown, Ohio abortion rights advocates working on constitutional amendment, Ready for the 2023 Cincinnati Council election? Adrian Whitsett. The news team works every day to help people find deals and avoid scams through its Dont Waste Your Money franchise, which is distributed to stations across the country. O'Neill returned to anchor mornings when Nero was fired in 2018. WCPO 9 advocates for the people of Cincinnati. Whatever that thing is you choose to do! All rights reserved. Journalism is in Skovira's blood. For now, Singleton plans to be a stay at home father in Bradenton. I guess I will go in a different direction too. "Our anchors are accomplished journalists, and the new schedule assignments allow them to get out and tell more stories our viewers and users care about," Brogan says. It was a three-year contact. 0:00. Her announcement that she was gone from WCPO-TVgot 188 comments in 30 minutes Tuesday. That lesson was re-inforced in 2012, when she received stacks of "get well soon" cards from viewers after her breast cancer diagnosis. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. Youll also learn about Cincinnatis rich broadcasting history. @KatherineNero For most of our careers, we've been competitors- but we've ALWAYS been friends, first! WCPO 9 News Anchors. A source for local news in Cincinnati and across the Tri-State of Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. I really don't know. Jeff Brogan, WCPO vice president and general manager, declined to comment about Singleton. But I think maybe they failed to understand that once you prevent someone from seeking a better opportunity for their family, that person may not be totally happy in that environment moving forward, and to be frank, that's how I felt. And when Reggie Wilson left, I stepped in and filled in as an anchor again I wasn't being paid the going rate for. As one of the nations largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. Im grateful to WCPO 9 and Scripps for giving me the opportunity to cover the stories of the people of the Tri-State. It was like, 'OK. People who make waking up at 3:30AM fun are 1 in a million. "I can confirm that Kathrine Nero is no longer with WCPO. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Best of luck to you, Kathrine and thanks for the many years of news and laughs (especially the laughs). Kristyn joined WCPO 9 in April 2017 and has covered a wide range of stories for the station with a focus on health. Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. The Temple University graduate previously had worked as executive producer of the Radio Times talk show on Philadelphia's WHYY-FM; an associate producer for NPR's Talk of the Nation in Washington D.C.; and a producer, reporter-host for WUPW-TV in Toledo. "I wish Julie the best in her next endeavor and thank her for the years she worked for us as a reporter and anchor," Brogan said. Sina Gebre-Ab joined the WJZ team in May 2022. Her announcement that she was gone from WCPO-TV, LGBTQ scientists want safety standards for fieldwork, Here's how Cincinnati is changing the process for nonprofits to get city funding, With SNAP relief payments ending, Hamilton County commissioners say they plan to help, Metro picks its two Bus Rapid Transit corridors, Matt Dolan announces U.S. Senate bid against Sherrod Brown, Ohio abortion rights advocates working on constitutional amendment, Ready for the 2023 Cincinnati Council election? For more than 30 years, John Kiesewetter has been the source for information about all things in local media comings and goings, local people appearing on the big or small screen, special programs, and much more. The comments teach us how we come to know and love the TV personalities who deliver information to us every morning, noon or night. Local media is still his beat and hes bringing his interest, curiosity, contacts and unique style to Cincinnati Public Radio and 91.7 WVXU. She grew up watching her mother, Karen, forecast the weather for KWGN-TV in Denver. A former Cincinnati television news reporter will go to prison under terms of his plea agreement to sex offenses involving minors. Singleton is thankful for his two mentors at WCPO now both retired sports director John Popovich and Broo. "My late father, 'Pastor Jack,' always reminded me that humility is the beginning of all wisdom. The skys the limit, and Im floating on a cloud. Contact John at johnkiese@yahoo.com. Here's to the next adventure, my friend! @KathrineNero Im sorry about how this went down!! I will personally miss working with her, as I know many of you will.". Thanks for being you , I never got to know you very well.. but always respected your work. For more than 30 years, John Kiesewetter has been the source for information about all things in local media comings and goings, local people appearing on the big or small screen, special programs, and much more. This kind community welcomed me with open arms and really made me feel like a part of the fabric of this wonderful place, said Hartman. And you know that's their legal right to do so. #sad #shesamazing #andreallyfunny, @KathrineNero I sure will miss your face in the morning, and the passion you had to give us the news! Here's the full message posted by Artist Sunday: "YES its true after 5+ years of hosting Good Morning Tri-State Weekend Edition, I AM NO LONGER at WCPO 9. THIS show may be over, but as we say in the broadcasting business, stay tuned the BE$T is yet to come. I will miss you all. 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