scrabbleship 429 Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 Let's see how many other local newscasts that were blatant political cash grabs get axed, though that one's pretty blatant... WJAR's 3:00 news was axed for Dateline for one. 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216327 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttvn2000 320 Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 https://www.wral.com/david-crabtree-delays-retirement-will-stay-at-wral-through-2020/17976679/ David Crabtree is postponing his retirement from WRAL for another couple years. I have to wonder what this means for Brad Johansen - who was hired to replace him. The station is responding to folks asking about Brad on Facebook rather ominously... : 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216331 Share on other sites More sharing options...
appleachian 131 Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 (edited) They were very careful never to say that Brad Johansen would directly replace Crabtree. He was obviously hired to fill a vacancy that would be left by Crabtree leaving, but I was under the impression that Gerald Owens might move up to 6p and Johansen would be the 4p/5:30p/late night anchor. When Jeff Hogan was hired it was said from the start that he would replace Bill Leslie, but the same has not been said of Brad that I recall. Edited November 8, 2018 by Guest Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216335 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttvn2000 320 Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 (edited) They were very careful never to say that Brad Johansen would directly replace Crabtree. He was obviously hired to fill a vacancy that would be left by Crabtree leaving, but I was under the impression that Gerald Owens might move up to 6p and Johansen would be the 4p/5:30p/late night anchor. When Jeff Hogan was hired it was said from the start that he would replace Bill Leslie, but the same has not been said of Brad that I recall. Interesting - especially since viewers likely assumed Johansen was going to get a full-time anchor role when Crabtree retired. This is speculation, but I wonder if this opens the door for him to come back to Cincinnati. A little digging on his Twitter feed reveals his high school age daughter is still attending HS in the Cincinnati area. And Kyle Inskeep isn’t terribly captivating at the anchor desk. (They should’ve given that role to Adam Clements, who was very publicly trying out for the role, but I digress.) It has to be frustrating to leave WKRC after 20+ years (with no Rob Braun retirement in sight) for a lead anchor gig, only to get sidelined a year into it. Edited November 9, 2018 by Guest Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216352 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eat News 4745 Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 No more 9pm newscast on KLAS-TV Las Vegas. Their 8.2 subchannel reverted back to the MeTV lineup for the hour. A good indicator a station has zero long-term commitment to a "new" newscast... No outside promotion or ads. No billboards... No Bus ads... No outside radio... No newspapers... No commitment. 3 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216374 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie56 3303 Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 [MEDIA=twitter]1061044051410067462[/MEDIA] 2 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216444 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bsean 149 Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 (edited) Today was Gene Cubbison's last day at KNSD! He is retiring! He is going to be missed for sure! KNSD did a nice piece on him. Edited November 10, 2018 by Guest 2 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216464 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ns8401 941 Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 [MEDIA=twitter]1061044051410067462[/MEDIA] Ahhh Florida... I hear it’s rather well heated this time of year... 3 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216479 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Looks like he was playing with more than just the "one armed bandit"...Cops say he "whipped it out"... https://www.foxnews.com/us/las-vegas-sports-reporter-arrested-for-lewd-acts-at-bar-police One employee told two responding officers they'd seen Howe walking to the restroom with his penis exposed, police said. Other employees reportedly told police it wasn’t the first time they’d seen Howe masturbate at the bar, according to the report. "Ewwwwww!" (emphasis mine) Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216566 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie56 3303 Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 (edited) Suspicious package outside KDFW [MEDIA=twitter]1061948290697113600[/MEDIA] UPDATE: Package is not a threat, according to Dallas Police. Edited November 12, 2018 by Georgie56 2 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216582 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greggo 354 Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Suspicious package outside KDFW [MEDIA=twitter]1061948290697113600[/MEDIA] UPDATE: Package is not a threat, according to Dallas Police. Sounds like KDFW needs more security. First the guy who rammed the building with a truck. Now this ... 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216592 Share on other sites More sharing options...
east-tx-tv 121 Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Sounds like KDFW needs more security. First the guy who rammed the building with a truck. Now this ... http://www.fox4news.com/news/suspicious-package-left-outside-fox-4-studio# Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216597 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkolsen 1684 Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 (edited) Sounds like KDFW needs more security. First the guy who rammed the building with a truck. Now this ... Problem with KDFW is that it appears it is is up against by three streets and looks like their main lot is across a Patterson Street from the station. So something that appears in the street but off the property could still cause alarm. The only thing they could do security wise is put up bollards on the sidewalks but they may not be able to do it as the sidewalks are likely government property. Edited November 13, 2018 by Guest 2 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216603 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesertNewsGeek 47 Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 A good indicator a station has zero long-term commitment to a "new" newscast... No outside promotion or ads. No billboards... No Bus ads... No outside radio... No newspapers... No commitment. I believe Nexstar doesn't use any outside promotion for its news programming, at least from where I live. 2 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216661 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLETVFan 367 Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 They were very careful never to say that Brad Johansen would directly replace Crabtree. He was obviously hired to fill a vacancy that would be left by Crabtree leaving, but I was under the impression that Gerald Owens might move up to 6p and Johansen would be the 4p/5:30p/late night anchor. When Jeff Hogan was hired it was said from the start that he would replace Bill Leslie, but the same has not been said of Brad that I recall. Don't forget that Jeff Hogan left WBNS in Columbus for WRAL after he got tired of waiting for Jerry Ravish to retire. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216668 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLETVFan 367 Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 There has been an active shooter at a hospital in Medina, Ohio, and this is what was going on the four news stations in Cleveland around 2:30pm and 3pm. WKYC - local news coverage WJW - local news coverage WOIO - local news coverage WEWS - General Hospital and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire!!!!! News 5 didn't bother to go into breaking news coverage, except for a ticker at the bottom on-air, and of course its website and social media. To me, that's like saying not to bother watching the station anymore. That is a prime example of dropping the ball big time. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216669 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColtFromGulfcoast 708 Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 WEWS - General Hospital and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire!!!!! News 5 didn't bother to go into breaking news coverage, except for a ticker at the bottom on-air, and of course its website and social media. To me, that's like saying not to bother watching the station anymore. That is a prime example of dropping the ball big time. First, KJRH and now WEWS. I really hope Scripps can realize that this isn't the way to do things. Otherwise, I feel sorry for Cordillera, KXXV, WTXL and potentially Tribune or Cox as well. 2 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216670 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLETVFan 367 Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 First, KJRH and now WEWS. I really hope Scripps can realize that this isn't the way to do things. Otherwise, I feel sorry for Cordillera, KXXV, WTXL and potentially Tribune or Cox as well. WEWS mentioned during The Now Cleveland that they were going to stream a press conference for the arrests related to a different crime on its app instead of airing it on its newscast. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216677 Share on other sites More sharing options...
news89 468 Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 Meanwhile in Youngstown. Local news anchor leaving baby alone in running SUV. http://www.wfmj.com/story/39471629/boardman-man-accused-of-leaving-baby-alone-in-unlocked-running-suv 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216682 Share on other sites More sharing options...
H4UL4U 127 Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 WEWS mentioned during The Now Cleveland that they were going to stream a press conference for the arrests related to a different crime on its app instead of airing it on its newscast. Posted in another thread it was a hoax. You all can put your fur down. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216689 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColDayNews 438 Posted November 14, 2018 Share Posted November 14, 2018 Don't forget that Jeff Hogan left WBNS in Columbus for WRAL after he got tired of waiting for Jerry Ravish to retire. Revish has a few years left in him. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216694 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breaking News 825 Posted November 14, 2018 Share Posted November 14, 2018 Revish has a few years left in him. Not to sound like an ageist, he's 69 almost 70. I'm thinking he will be there (2) more years. Which will give him 40 yrs at BNS. However, despite the station being dominate it newscast is stale it not hip or nor it demos go to a younger demo. I think being with CBS also hurts them. SYX definitely does well in younger demos. 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216705 Share on other sites More sharing options...
east-tx-tv 121 Posted November 14, 2018 Share Posted November 14, 2018 Problem with KDFW is that it appears it is is up against by three streets and looks like their main lot is across a Patterson Street from the station. So something that appears in the street but off the property could still cause alarm. The only thing they could do security wise is put up bollards on the sidewalks but they may not be able to do it as the sidewalks are likely government property. [ATTACH=full]6768[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]6769[/ATTACH] The front of the building (Griffin St. side) would have more room for bollards, but the Patterson and San Jacinto sides are pretty much flush with the street. One thing they could do along Patterson (the side where the pickup smashed the windows) is rebuild similar to the way the San Jacinto side is with a solid wall, but have windows just along the upper part of the wall so light could still get in. BTW, the parking lot across Patterson is a public lot (but historically related--it was the last location for the former Dallas Times Herald (KDFW's originally co-owned newspaper) before it gave up in 1991); all of KDFW & KDFI employees and company vehicles park within the east side of the building. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216709 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLETVFan 367 Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 Carl Monday announced on his Facebook page he's leaving WOIO/WUAB after almost 12 years. 2 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216775 Share on other sites More sharing options...
news89 468 Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Meanwhile in the Youngstown market after 30 years at WFMJ Mike Ackelson the weekend sports reporter is leaving his last day is Sunday Nov 25th. https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=710369259346394 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/325/#findComment-216944 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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