The Houston Life gang over at KPRC 2 created a fake commercial for the 'Time of Your Houston LIFE Music Collection' where the cast plays all the different musicians you find in this fake parody ad they did for Halloween.
Wednesday, November 06, 2024
Tuesday, November 05, 2024
Chauncy Glover has died
Chauncy Glover, 39, former ABC13 Houston KTRK anchor and current CBS Los Angeles stations KCBS 2 and KCAL 9 co-anchor, has died, according to KABC Los Angeles.
"We, Sherry and Robert Glover, along with Chauncy's beloved family, are devastated by the unimaginable loss of our beloved Chauncy. He was more than a son and brother - he was a beacon of light in our lives and a true hero to his community. Chauncy's compassion and dedication to helping others, especially through the Chauncy Glover Project, changed countless lives and inspired so many young men to pursue their dreams. His talent, warmth, and vision left an imprint on everyone who knew him, and the world is dimmer without him," the family said in a statement. "While we grieve this profound loss, we are comforted by the outpouring of love and memories shared by those who knew Chauncy as the passionate, gifted soul he was. We kindly ask for privacy as we mourn and honor his incredible legacy. He was taken from us far too soon, but his impact will be felt forever."
No cause of death has been released.
Glover, who left Channel 13 in Houston in August 2023, joined CBS Los Angeles in October 2023 as co-anchor for “KCAL News on CBS Los Angeles” alongside Pat Harvey at 5 p.m. and 11 p.m. and the 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. newscasts on KCAL with Suzie Suh.
Glover was an anchor for KTRK for eight years. He started as a weekend morning anchor in 2015 and later transitioned to weekdays to launch the 3 p.m. newscast. In 2020, he was promoted to weeknight co-anchor.
Before Houston, Glover was a reporter at WDIV Local 4 Detroit. During that time, he founded the Chauncy Glover Project, a non-profit organization offering mentorship programs focused on education, manhood, and self-empowerment for Black and Latino male youth. The inspiration for CGP stemmed from a difficult moment when Glover reported on the tragic death of a high school student who was fatally shot while attempting to rob his school’s basketball coach.
The three-time Emmy Award-winning journalist's love for television news began in childhood when his father built an anchor desk in their living room. Young Chauncy would eagerly report family news every Sunday after church, sparking his lifelong passion for journalism.
A graduate of Troy University, Glover previously worked at WTVM News Leader 9 in Columbus, Georgia, and later at Action News Jax (CBS 47 WJAX and Fox 30 WFOX) in Jacksonville, Florida.
Waco-Temple-Killeen evening television anchor Kris Radcliffe of KCEN 6 died last week.
Joy Addison joins KPRC 2 Houston
Joy Addison joined KPRC 2 Houston as a reporter in November 2024.
Addison comes from Fox News where she has been a multimedia reporter (MMJ) in Houston since 2022. In fact, I recently posted how Addison apparently had left FOX News after the cable news network announced new hire Sarah Alegre.
Before FNC, Addison was a marketing manager for Gulf Energy Information and a general assignments reporter for KFDM 6/FOX 4 KBTV Beaumont.
Addison, a University of Mississippi grad, earned a master's/PHD degree in industrial and organizational psychology from the University of Houston (Clear Lake).
River Oaks Theatre "Runaway Radio" screening
I was on cloud nine or maybe cloud 101 last week during and after the River Oaks Theatre screening of my 101 KLOL documentary "Runaway Radio" to a near sell-out of the 249-seat big screen room!
Much of my life, going back to 1994, when I saw the first run of Kevin Smith's 'Clerks' has been spent in this iconic Houston film theater.
Thanks to everyone who showed up to watch a film about a Houston institution inside a Houston institution! From what I understand, KLOL offered listeners a one-dollar and one-cent price deal to see the midnight showing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show back in the day.
VIPs attending the "Runaway Radio" screening and cast Q&A included Texas State Senator Carol Alvarado and former 104.1 KRBE morning show host Maria Todd.
What's cool is that "Runaway Radio" is one of the first films to play in the newly reopened classic theater since it opened the door in October.
Dayna Steele, Lanny Griffith, Brian Shannon from Stevens & Pruett, Grego, Pat Fant, Doug Harris, Dr. Betty Halpern, Jay Jones, and director Mike McGuff all took the stage, with Michael Garfield, the "High Tech Texan" as the host.
“My very first ‘date’ was Brett Closs’ 7th birthday party with my crush Dale Clark, and we all went to see Fantasia at the River Oaks Theatre,” Steele said.
FavoriteRadioShirts.com even gave away new 101 KLOL t-shirts!
Judy Maggio returns to KVUE Austin for education reports
Judy Maggio returns to KVUE Austin after a 21-year absence to file reports called "Our Schools in Crisis," which air during the TEGNA station's 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. newscasts.
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"I'm excited to be returning to my reporting roots," Maggio posted on Instagram. "I'm going back to where it all started at @kvuenews for a series of in-depth reports on education in November. If 'legend' means I'm old and I've been on TV a long time, I guess I fit the bill. P.S. I'm failing at retirement!"
Starting in November, Maggio will cover topics such as teacher burnout, school safety, and the impact of school vouchers.
"Judy is an iconic presence in Austin news," added KVUE President and General Manager Byron Wilkinson. "She’s one of the most skilled reporters in our profession, and we’re thrilled to have her rejoin our already outstanding team of journalists."
Maggio was an anchor/reporter for KVUE from 1981 to 2003. She joined KEYE 42 (now called CBS Austin) from 2003 to 2014.
Most recently, Maggio served as editorial director of news and public affairs at PBS affiliate KLRU Austin from 2016 to 2020, where she launched Decibel.
Monday, November 04, 2024
iHeartMedia Texas radio layoffs
The national radio trades are reporting layoffs across the country at iHeartMedia stations.
The Hollywood Reporter writes that the company is letting go 5% of its workforce, or around 10,000 employees.
In Texas, reports include personnel downsizing in Dallas and Houston, but RadioInsight says not all cuts have been made public, and smaller markets could be next.
HOUSTON
RadioInsight, Ramp247 and Barrett Media report that in Houston, "94.5 The Buzz KTBZ night host Karah Leigh, has exited after 19 years with the alternative rock station. She also voice-tracked for other IHeart stations in other parts of the country.
"After more than 21 ears with iHeartMedia, over 9 of those with 94.5 The Buzz, I'm no longer with the company," Kara Leigh wrote on Instagram. "A two decade career summed up in a sentence on an iPhone note. Working at The Buzz was my dream job. It’s what I set out to do when I declared my communications major and decided to go for it. Trying to work in entertainment is a fool’s errand, and I was so, so lucky to have a career that lasted for as long as it did. For someone who loves music but can’t sing or play an instrument, it was a great place to be."
Stan Norfleet leaves Sportstalk 790 KBME where he hosted middays on the “Next Up with Stan Norfleet & Chris Gordy” 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Norfleet joined the station in February 2023.
"Today was my last on @SportsTalk790, as iHeart executed nationwide layoffs," Norfleet posted on X. "Yes, I was caught off guard, given I’d just agreed to an extension. That said, I remain forever grateful for the opportunity! I have the utmost FAITH the next season will be as rewarding."
DALLAS - FORT WORTH
Ramp247 and RadioInsight report that Patrick Davis, the Senior Vice President (SVP) of Programming and program director for 106.1 Kiss-FM KHKS Dallas-Fort Worth, has left the station after 20 years.
RadioInsight reports Cruz leaves the afternoon shift on Mix 102.9 KDMX and Domininc ‘Zakk’ Zaccagnini leaves his program director role for "Lone Star 92.5" KZPS and Rock "97.1 The Eagle" KEGL.
Check the trades mentioned above for cuts around the rest of the US.
ALT 103.7 DFW changes schedule November 2024
ALT 103.7 KVIL Dallas-Fort Worth is changing its schedule starting Monday, November 4, 2024.
Ian Camfield is waking up earlier to hit the DFW airwaves from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. after doing middays.
Marci Wiser will host middays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. CT.
Nicole Alvarez will be heard afternoons from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. CT.
"We’re excited to unveil this dynamic new lineup, designed to enhance our overall weekday programming slate," said John Allers, Regional Vice President of Programming, Audacy. "We’re committed to delivering an exceptional listening experience to our listeners in the DFW area and beyond, and we look forward to this revamped lineup entertaining them throughout their day."
7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. CT: Ian Camfield
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. CT: Marci Wiser
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. CT: Nicole Alvarez
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. CT: Kevan Kenney
Sunday, November 03, 2024
Saturday, November 02, 2024
Friday, November 01, 2024
Texas TV news and radio job moves October 2024
Send tips for the monthly Texas media job list here.
DALLAS - FORT WORTH
Lauren Przybyl, of FOX 4 and and Newy Scruggs of NBC 5 honored by Fort Worth Weekly.
Allie Spillyards renews her agreement as a reporter with NBC5 KXAS.
FOX 4 KDFW Assistant News Director Bruce Smith celebrates 28 years with the station.
Sasha Richie was promoted to the Dallas Morning News breaking business reporter role.
Vintage WFAA stories archived in SMU’s Jones Film Library show impressive collectors have always been newsworthy.
Sports media has many Dallas Cowboys connections.
The Dallas Morning News is partnering with The Texas Lawbook on business law coverage.
James Hartley joins KERA as the new Arlington Government Accountability reporter.
- Dominique Sachse gives home tour
- WFAA reporter caught Nolan Ryan's no-hitter in 1991 because of food
- "The Ticket" in DFW named Major Market Station of the Year
- Wednesday, October 16, 2024 Media responds to Jerry Jones threatening to fire radio team
- KFAA 29 DFW to replace KMPX due to Dallas Mavericks deal
- Evan Andrews celebrates 25 years with FOX 4 KDFW
- How do you get on the WFAA roof?
- Carolyn Mungo named President and General Manager at WFAA-KFAA
HOUSTON
Texans snag comeback win moments before KHOU goes haywire.
Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month Spotlight: Anthony Yanez
Rilwan Balogun renews his agreement as a reporter with KRPC 2.
Michael Fernau celebrated 30 years with ABC13 KTRK. He has directed the morning newscast for most of those years.
John Gibson, aka “Johnny Photog” leaves KHOU 11 after 12 years for WFAA 8 Dallas-Fort Worth.
94.5 The Buzz’s Theresa Loves The State Of Alternative Radio.
Corey Dillon departs 93Q.
OutSmart’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards media winners.
iHeartMedia names Eddie Martiny as a Division President.
City of Houston declares October 8th as Cindy Burbano Day.
Briah Lumpkins leaves the Houston Landing for The Charlotte Observer.
Dave Grabowski-Summers joins Houston Radio Platinum.
James Costello joins FOX 26 KRIV as a Local Programming Initiatives photographer/editor.
Daniel Herrera joins FOX 26 as a News Photographer from KFOX/CBS4 News El Paso.
WTRP AM/FM LaGrange, GA. adds “The Rowdy Ride Home” to the afternoon drive, effective Monday, 10/7/2024. KMOU-FM in Roswell, NM. KJFM-FM in Bowling Green, MO. and KHWL-FM in Lone Wolf, OK. are also recent affiliate additions to the Suite Radio PM Drive program. In other “Rowdy” news, Doug Lawrence adds post-production duties for “The Rowdy Ride Home” in addition to its companion program “Ridin’ with Rowdy.” Chris Zaharis joins Suite Radio as Producer of the Outlaw Dave Show, after a long and storied career with the world-renowned Bill Young Productions.
- More layoffs at KTRK 13 and ABC stations
- “The Dana Cortez Show” joins Mix 96.5 Houston mornings
- Former Houston TV reporters adding to their families
- Ana Lastra promoted to KPRC 2 news director
- KHOU 11 Houston studio evacuated
- Lisa Shumate to leave Houston Public Media
- ABC13 Houston studio upgrades 2024
- Elyse Smith working for ABC News this week
- Caroline Brown is pregnant
- Brian Wice joins abc13 Houston
- Orko Manna joins KHOU 11 Houston
- Rita Garcia is pregnant with baby #2
- Allison Gargaro returns to FOX Weather
- Caroline Collins was a Farm Queen?
- Tragic helicopter crash into Houston radio tower
- Angel Covarrubias leaves CW39 Houston KIAH
- Sarah Alegre joins FOX News in Houston
- Anchors away at KPRC 2 Houston?
- ABC13 reporter's family ties to KHOU 11
- Marcelino Benito announces baby #2
- Jonthan Novack talks to Mike McGuff about return to Houston and more
- Leslie Whittle as Regional Content Director for 104.1 KRBE Houston and Q99.7 Atlanta
SAN ANTONIO
Steve Casanova to retire from KONO.
San Antonio Spurs Announce Jacob Tobey as New TV Play-By-Play Announcer.
Cox Media Group (CMG) Radio San Antonio welcomes Ansel Olson as General Sales Manager.
Gabby Ybarra joins the San Antonio Express-News as its new courthouse reporter.
Christina Huang joins the San Antonio Express-News as a high school sports reporter.
- Which San Antonio TV station is funnier?
- Taylor Whartnaby joins News 4 San Antonio
AUSTIN
Rick McNulty upped to 5-8 PM Host On KUTX.
Texas Monthly’s Editor-in-Chief Dan Goodgame to Step Down, Be Succeeded by Ross McCammon.
- Maddie Kirker joins Spectrum News 1 Texas
- Blake Mathews leaves Spectrum News 1 Texas
- Daniel Perreault joins KVUE Austin
- Shane Hinton leaves KVUE Austin
- Jane Lonsdale leaves FOX 7 Austin
- Hello from the Texas Capitol
- Hoda and Jenna hit Austin with TODAY
AROUND TEXAS
98.5 KRXT moves from Rockdale to a new studio in downtown Taylor, TX.
NewsTalk 1290 in Amarillo Undamaged After Fire at Townsquare Media Station.
- Caroline Fletcher promoted at News 12 KXII Sherman
- KXII Sherman GM Rick Dean to retire
- Paul Schulz makes KVIA El Paso debut on his birthday
- Rudy Mireles leaves KRGV 5
REMEMBERING
Dwayne ‘Doc’ Alexander, a familiar voice and half of 99.7 KBCY Abilene’s morning duo of “Doc and Kelly,” passed away on Monday, October 15.
“Mighty 93” KSTV Dublin/Stephenville mourns the loss of Program Director/afternoon host Trey Cordie after he was killed in an automobile accident.
- Tom Jarriel, formerly of KPRC and ABC News, has died
- KCEN anchor Kris Radcliffe has died
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