Jason Dunning will be WISN-TV’s new weekday morning meteorologist starting April 27. During his career, Dunning has provided critical forecasts of wide-ranging severe weather, from serious flooding to damaging winds, deadly tornados, and catastrophic hurricanes. “He has a proven track record of helping people plan, prepare, and stay safe during extremely dangerous weather,” said Shawn… – MORE –
Amanda St. Hilaire has been promoted to vice president and News Director at Fox Television Stations’ WITI-TV in Milwaukee. She will oversee all the editorial, business, and administration functions for the station and its streaming offerings, reporting to Mim Davey, Senior Vice President and Regional General Manager of WITI-TV and KMSP-WFTC in Minneapolis. “Amanda’s leadership… – MORE –
Kendall Keys will be the new weekend evening news anchor on WISN-TV in Milwaukee starting March 1. She will join meteorologist Gino Recchia during WISN 12 News at 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. on Saturdays, along with WISN 12 News at 5:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. on Sundays. Keys will also provide reporting… – MORE –
TMJ4 (WTMJ-TV) in Milwaukee has announced that Andrea Williams has been named the new permanent anchor of TMJ4’s 6:30 p.m. news and entertainment program, “Milwaukee Tonight.” Williams joined TMJ4 News in May 2022 as a specialty reporter, quickly making her mark with her ability to shine a light on people in the community whose stories… – MORE –
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 –
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 –
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 –
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 –
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 –
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 –
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