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. All rights reserved. Copyright 2021 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Jessica Hart is a Multi-Media Journalist for WCPO 9 News in Cincinnati, OH. 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). For decades, Cincinnati television viewers have watched the main anchor teams deliver. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. Throughout the pandemic, Kristyn has provided valuable health updates and in-depth specials aimed at helping viewers navigate the complexities of COVID-19. 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. Katherine Nero no longer with @WCPO? 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.". Her Positively Cincinnati segments share good news about people doing uplifting and positive things in the area. They have no idea what they're in for! The 45-year-old Hill remains in jail. 2023 www.cincinnati.com. Morning news wont be the same without you! "I want to thank Julie for her years of services to WCPO and the community and wish her the very best.". 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. I really wish I could meet you in person some day! Whatever is next for me, remember - just as you've been for me for two decades, I'll always be on your side. 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. ", 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." The station is owned by The E.W. Two of the Black journalists prominently featured in the video Jasmine Minor and Timyka Artist have left the station. Channel 9 has the most diverse newsroom of the four Cincinnati TV stations with newscasts. Whitsett was added after he arrived in October. 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. I am utterly shocked at this news. "As positions open, we look around our industry to find the best journalists to join our awesome team. I will personally miss working with her, as I know many of you will.". WCPO anchor Kathrine Nero said she was unexpectedly let go from the station following the morning newscast on Monday. 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. 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. WVXU reported staffers were notified of her departure in an email Tuesday morning. Sorry to see this. After making the 28-hour trek to Cincinnati, Skovira's first day on air will be Jan. 11. I had a year to go. 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. Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Sports reporter Keenan Singleton, who hosted his final Sports Of All Sorts last month, says he will remember Cincinnati fondly. Julie O'Neill, who anchored the morning show at WCPO-TV, "Good Morning Tri-State," was with the station 27 years. 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. Much love and respect! I would like to be my own boss. Hamilton County prosecutors were in Common Pleas Court Thursday to present terms of the plea deal for ex-reporter Stephen Hill. She moved to the morning newscasts 15 years ago. She didn't see it coming. "Good Morning Tri-State" on WCPO 9 (WCPO-TV) is getting a new anchor. Tommy Tuberville yelling at a heckling fan to "go to hell, get a job", 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? @KathrineNero was the #1 reason to watch @WCPO in the morning. 10:58 AM, Oct 21, 2020 . So it was just time for me to go my separate way. 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.". 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.. Price worked for the station for 26 years before leaving in 2012 to care for his mother in New York, his home state. TV station WCPO fired Hill in March after he was indicted on charges he had sex with four boys whom he had been mentoring. I hope that you know how much I've enjoyed my job, spending my mornings with you. O'Neill started her career at WAFB-TV in Baton Rouge, La., in 1991, while studying broadcast journalism at Louisiana State University. Best of luck to you, Kathrine and thanks for the many years of news and laughs (especially the laughs). 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. "I was in the middle of a contract. https://t.co/GWYDfoQzDe, What? O'Rourke is an American Emmy - Winning News Anchor and Reporter working for WCPO-TV in Cincinnati. I really don't know. WXIX-TV, which has been a strong No. Singleton also wanted some flexibility in his 3 p.m.-midnight schedule to spend more time with his wife and kids. O'Neill. No. 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. 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. The station produces impactful investigations, special reports and award-winning journalism. 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. Thank you for all youve done & I wish you well on your next venture! 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? Singleton, hired from a Lexington TV station in 2015, had his disagreements with WCPO-TV management. "This hasnt been determined. When I heard rumors that she was terminated Monday, I left her a voicemail asking if she wanted to thank her viewers. This is not how I expected it to end. ". It was like, 'OK. We will share information on changes to the show when were ready to announce it.". 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. 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 . Jeff Brogan, WCPO vice president and general manager, declined to comment about Singleton. at a reduced rate. THIS show may be over, but as we say in the broadcasting business, stay tuned the BE$T is yet to come. O'Neill declined to comment for this story. "I cant talk about specific personnel matters," he said. She also anchors WCPO 9 at 5:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Tuberville resigned a month later. The station is owned by The E.W. Kristen Skovira will start as a co-anchor for WCPO's "Good Morning Tri-State" on Wednesday. . In an hour, she had 446 comments and 60 shares. She has also reported for WCPO-TV's investigative I-Team. She has. Local media is still his beat and hes bringing his interest, curiosity, contacts and unique style to Cincinnati Public Radio and 91.7 WVXU. 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.". Today was my last day with WCPO 9. O'Neill and WCPO management could not be reached for comment Tuesday night. Marc Lamont Hill. 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. Many are from people who I don't know," she says. I met my wife (Leigh) here, and we had our two children here. Ill be announcing my next step soon! And if you happen to see me around town, dont hesitate to say 'hello.' She has worked at WCPO for 27 years, starting as a weekend assignment editor and worked her way up to being Senior News Anchor. 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. "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. She has been a big part of the station and our morning show in particular. 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. She grew up watching her mother, Karen, forecast the weather for KWGN-TV in Denver. @KathrineNero Im sorry about how this went down!! Jaclyn returned to cheerleading in May 2017 but finally called it quits in April 2019 after two years. Six have been hired in the past 24 months (John, Miller, Richard, Seward, Whitsett and Wilson). WCPO-TV confirmed Sunday Bill Price passed away, but the cause of death is unknown. "I want to keep my options open," she says. 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. 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. I've gotten married, had two beautiful girls, survived cancer and made some incredible friends along the way. They are some of the hardest working people I know. Shes most proud of the Emmy Award-winning special she produced about her fathers service in Vietnam. O'Neill is the third anchor to depart WCPO-TV this year. O'Neill anchored her last newscast Thursday, Sept. 8. 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. A longtime local television news anchor has left her post after more than two decades, according to a report from WVXU's John Kiesewetter. "She decided to go ahead and leave the team," said Fulmer, hired from a Louisville station in January. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. WCPO-TV is building on its strength. Possible resources for Wcpo News Anchor Fired include guides, rating websites, word-of-mouth testimonials, online forums, and product reviews. Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Local media is still his beat and hes bringing his interest, curiosity, contacts and unique style to Cincinnati Public Radio and 91.7 WVXU. 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. Next he worked about six years as a researcher for the NFL Network in Los Angeles. But the No. 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. Good luck @KathrineNero you will land in a great thing. 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. You have embraced me like a local to the point I feel like I am one now! It was a three-year contact. Unretirement, Bengals reunion chatter has reached Andrew Whitworth. And when Reggie Wilson left, I stepped in and filled in as an anchor again I wasn't being paid the going rate for. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. She may look at careers outside of television. 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. "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. TV station WCPO fired Hill in March after he was indicted on charges he had sex with four boys whom he had been mentoring. Since the Al Schottelkotte News premiered in 1959 at 11 p.m. on Channel 9, Cincinnati viewers have been accustomed to seeing the primary news personality (or personalities) delivering the late news: Nick Clooney; Clyde Gray and Carol Williams; Rob Braun and Cammy Dierking; and Jerry Springer and Norma Rashid. But his Scripps email was blocked. Contact John at johnkiese@yahoo.com. 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. WCPO 9 News staff biographies and information. I just tried to take as much from each of them because they were two dudes who were doing it for 30-plus years at the highest level," he says. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. It ended with this line: "Thank you, Kathrine! The Colorado native has also worked in Cheyenne, Wyoming; Ft. Meyers, Florida; Denver, Colorado; Nashville, Tennessee; and Colorado Springs, Colorado. Adrian Whitsett. Skovira comes to WCPO 9 from sister station KIVI-TV in Boise, Idaho, where she anchored "Good Morning Idaho.". #sad #shesamazing #andreallyfunny, @KathrineNero I sure will miss your face in the morning, and the passion you had to give us the news! 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. The 27-year veteran chose to leave the station after being told she would no longer co-anchor weekday mornings with Adrian Whitsett. Her announcement that she was gone from WCPO-TVgot 188 comments in 30 minutes Tuesday. I'm the type of person who throws out birthday cards, but I kept those. Can't wait to see what's next! 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.". PublishedDecember 6, 2022 at 9:21 PM EST. So @wcpo wants to go in a different direction without @KathrineNero? The 9 First Warning Weather Team alerts viewers in advance of severe weather, tracking storms around-the-clock to keep families safe. WCPO-TV Primary news anchors Craig McKee and Tanya O'Rourke no longer co-anchor WCPO-TV's 11 p.m. news. 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. She called me back Tuesday soon after posting her Facebook message. It (television) is a very intimate relationship, being in their home all the time. 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. Singleton recalled how often we hear coaches and athletes say they're leaving sports to spend more time with their family. "This show may be over, but as we say in the broadcasting business, stay tuned.". 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. Here's to the next adventure, my friend! 2 UConn its first loss to win its 8th in a row. Click on the "Read More." link below for more. She had another year left on her contract, but station executives exercised. A source for local news in Cincinnati and across the Tri-State of Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. Youll also learn about Cincinnatis rich broadcasting history. Kathrine has worked at WCPO for 20 years, and has anchored GMTS for 15 of those years. Then things changed. "PS. Contact John at johnkiese@yahoo.com. 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. Kathrine Nero, who co-anchored WCPO-TV's Good Morning Tri-State has been dismissed after 20 years at Cincinnati's ABC affiliate. Nero had been with the station since 1988 and has been a morning news anchor for 15 years. 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. This was a difficult decision that we made after much thought and evaluation. But for me that's actually true. Kiesewetter's report said she chose to leave after being told she would no longer. 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. #BestWishes for a #BrightFuture outside of @WCPO. Scripps Company. Ensure that only trustworthy and credible websites and sources are used. A huge loss for Cincy! Or continue with a solo anchor? Nero isn't sure what she'll do. Good luck in that new direction. "They told me they were going in a different direction. 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 know you have a bright future ahead of you in whatever you do! 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. "I've had 25-year-olds tell me that they've watched me their whole life. Local media is still his beat and hes bringing his interest, curiosity, contacts and unique style to Cincinnati Public Radio and 91.7 WVXU. As Jeff and I evaluate the current status and future of Good Morning Tri-State, we decided we need to go in another direction with this anchor position. "Technically my position is MMJ a multi-media journalist. Sina Gebre-Ab joined the WJZ team in May 2022. 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. That's why she wasn't on Channel 9 Tuesday morning. On Monday, Nero was told she was out, with a year to go on her contract. Skovira will co-anchor "Good Morning Tri-State" every weekday with Adrian Whitsett. 0:00. Scripps is the nations largest holder of broadcast spectrum. @KatherineNero For most of our careers, we've been competitors- but we've ALWAYS been friends, first! 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. Kathrine Nero, who co-anchored WCPO-TV'sGood Morning Tri-State has been dismissed after 20 years at Cincinnati's ABC affiliate. 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? 10. "These changes help us further prioritize serving our audiences wherever and whenever they consume our content," Brogan says. Keenan Singleton left WCPO-TV's airwaves after hosting "Sports Of All Sorts" on Feb. 20. Wow. Watch the latest headlines from WCPO 9 Cincinnati any time. According to his LinkedIn profile . 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. About Scripps The E.W. 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