Category Archives: News

Truett named news director at WISC-TV

Mike Truett has been promoted to News Director of WISC-TV in Madison. Truett joined the News 3 Now team last summer as Assistant News Director. The company said he, “has demonstrated strong leadership abilities from day one.” “Over the past several months, he has served as interim news director during a nationwide search process, skillfully… – MORE –

WQOW-TV names new evening news team

Keith Edwards is returning to WQOW-TV in Eau Claire as an 18 News Evening Anchor at 5, 6, and 10 p.m. Edwards had previously anchored at WQOW for 13 years. “Edwards is an outstanding journalist and a great team member,” said Kristen Shill, WQOW/WXOW News Director. “Our viewers are already familiar with Keith’s trusted voice… – MORE –

Second annual Wisconsin A-Mark Prize for Investigative Journalism winners announced

WTMJ TV 4, The Cap Times and the Wisconsin State Journal were the top finishers in the second annual Wisconsin A-Mark Prize for Investigative Journalism competition. The award recognizes excellence in investigative reporting. Submissions were evaluated based on the core criteria of journalism quality, presentation quality, responsiveness to community needs, and impact.  Winners and the… – MORE –

Jenna Rae promoted to Chief Investigative Reporter on TMJ4

TMJ4 News (WTMJ-TV) is promoting of Investigative Reporter Jenna Rae to Chief Investigative Reporter. The station said the move, “recogniz(es) her exceptional dedication to uncovering impactful stories and holding powerful institutions accountable.” Rae has earned two Emmy Awards and multiple WBA Awards, notably for her in-depth investigations into the Housing Authority of the City of… – MORE –

Bach named Regional News Director for Allen Media

Caroline Bach has been named Allen Media’s Wisconsin Regional News Director, overseeing operations at WKOW-Madison, WAOW-Wausau, WXOW-La Crosse and WQOW-Eau Claire. “Caroline has been an integral part of our newsroom,” said Anna Engelhart, Regional Vice President for Allen Media Wisconsin markets. “I’m thrilled to have someone with her experience, positive attitude and effective communication skills.”… – MORE –

Column: Protect transparency, save WisconsinEye

Every year in Wisconsin state government, billions of taxpayer dollars are spent on programs and policies that impact every citizen, community, school and business. While many people roll their eyes and tune out the sometimes messy, partisan, unpredictable work of state government, WisconsinEye Public Affairs Network encourages citizens to lean in. For the past 18… – MORE –

Wausau stations name new news director

Jacob Wilson is joining WSAW-TV/WZAW-TV in Wausau as news director starting Jan. 22. Wilson will lead the stations’ daily news operation and special projects, including expanding and elevating work on digital platforms. He most recently led the morning team at WTTV/WXIN, the CBS/FOX duopoly in Indianapolis. “It’s an absolute privilege to step into the role… – MORE –

Vucsko named news director at WBAY-TV

Lisa Vucsko was named News Director at WBAY-TV in Green Bay. She started Dec. 15. She will lead the station’s newsroom, overseeing editorial strategy, day-to-day news operations, digital integration, and investigative projects. Vucsko is an award-winning newsroom executive with more than 28 years of experience working in and leading Midwest, cross-platform news operations. Most recently,… – MORE –

Nominations sought for 2026 Anthony Shadid Award for Journalism Ethics

The Center for Journalism Ethics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison for the 2026 Anthony Shadid Award for Journalism Ethics. Now in its 17th year, the Shadid Award recognizes ethical decisions in reporting stories in any medium, including print, broadcast and digital, by journalists working for established news organizations or publishing independently. Deadline for nominations is Thursday,… – MORE –