Brittany Begley gets national coverage for TV industry criticisms

Brittany Begley was recently featured in the New York Post and the Daily Mail after writing an Instagram post about the TV industry, specifically the lack of Emmy awards for traffic reporting and the overall decline in standards.

The post was first featured by Scott Jones of FTVLive.

Begley now works as a weekend morning meteorologist for KPRC 2 in Houston. In fact, KPRC hasn't had a dedicated traffic person in years, but recently posted a morning traffic anchor job.

"KPRC is aware of the post," Sean McLaughlin, vice president and general manager of the Houston station, told The Post.

Begley was still performing her weather duties this weekend.

The coverage framed Begley's post as going after colleagues for normalizing “bad behavior,” but to me and others I've talked to, it's not clear that she is talking about her current KPRC colleagues, but actually ones from her past stations. 

It was a busy week for KPRC 2 as we saw departures from reporter Gage Goulding and longtime investigative reporter Robert Arnold.

Begley joined the KPRC 2 Houston weather team in early 2024, succeeding longtime Houston meteorologist Khambrel Marshall, who announced his retirement in November 2023 and officially signed off the following month.

Begley came to Houston from KRON 4 in San Francisco, where she had served as a freelance meteorologist since June 2022.

Before KRON, Begley spent four years at ABC10 KXTV in Sacramento, California, working as an anchor, meteorologist, and reporter from 2018 to 2022. During her time there, she covered a variety of weather events and delivered daily forecasts while contributing to news coverage.

Her broadcasting career included several stops within TEGNA stations. Prior to Sacramento, Begley worked at WBNS 10 in Columbus, Ohio, as a traffic anchor and reporter. Before that, she served as a social media host and traffic reporter at WCNC in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Between those roles, Begley also worked as a traffic reporter at WDTN 2 in Dayton, Ohio.

Begley attended Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina, and later continued her meteorology education through Mississippi State University.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Brittany Begley (@brittanycbegley)

(Thanks, Bob and Gina)

 

Allison Hill joins KVUE Austin

Allison Hill joined KVUE Austin as a reporter in June 2026.

- Laura Sather named KVUE Austin assistant news director

Hill arrives in Austin from KXXV 25 News in Waco–Temple–Killeen, where she spent two years covering Central Texas and most recently served as Lead News Reporter. She originally joined KXXV in June 2024 as the Neighborhood Reporter covering Gatesville and Lampasas County.

Before joining KXXV, Hill worked at KCBD NewsChannel 11 in Lubbock, starting in 2022, where she gained experience both in front of and behind the camera. She started as a newscast producer, producing the station’s noon and 4 p.m. newscasts before moving into a reporting role in early 2024.

Hill also interned at KSAT in San Antonio during the summer of 2023.

While working at KCBD, Hill attended Texas Tech University and graduated in May 2024 with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism.

Beyond academics, Hill held several leadership roles in Kappa Alpha Theta, including Vice President of Operations and Director of Fundraising, and participated in both the Society of Professional Journalists and the National Society of Leadership and Success.

Continuing her education while building her journalism career, Hill also earned her Master of Business Administration from Baylor University’s Hankamer School of Business in May 2026.

Greg Kerr retires from NewsChannel 10 KFDA Amarillo

Greg Kerr has announced his retirement from NewsChannel 10 KFDA in Amarillo on July 2, 2026, after more than 35 years in television news and sports.

Here is his goodbye message to NewsChannel 10 viewers: 

"When my wife and I moved to Amarillo on January 1, 2022, snow was falling as we were unloading the U-Haul and it was cold. We were so very happy to be here and welcomed by a warm and friendly community. I was also really eager for my first day of many at NewsChannel 10.

My time at NewsChannel 10 was a challenge of the bat. I was tasked with replacing a Panhandle local TV legend in Walt Howard. From the very first day, it’s been an honor to deliver the news and carry on the tradition, along with Doppler Dave Oliver, of keeping KFDA the number one, most watched local news station in the market. I’ve had the pleasure of working and becoming great friends with many who’ve worked here, that I will always treasure.

Outside of the newsroom, we have enjoyed area restaurants, riding our bicycles inside Palo Duro Canyon and loving the warm summer nights and brilliant sunsets.

My career began as a sportscaster, transitioned to news and now I’m retiring from the industry. It’s been a journey from Texas to Illinois, down to Oklahoma City and out to North Carolina before returning to Texas.

It’s been a run of 43 years, and I’ve been blessed to go to a job that I wanted to do each and every day.

Thank you Amarillo for all you have done for my wife Sheryl and me. You have made us feel like we were home.

I hope to continue a connection with NewsChannel 10 in the future.

Much love, Greg Kerr." 

Although retiring from daily television news, Kerr is not stepping away completely. He launched a new chapter as a part-time social media content creator with Let’s Get Kerrific! based in the Austin metro area, where he says he hopes to bring more than 40 years of news and sports experience while continuing to engage audiences across digital platforms.

- Lindsey Stiner joins Newschannel 10 KFDA Amarillo

Kerr’s broadcasting journey began in Texas and is now coming full circle as he signs off from Amarillo after four and a half years as NewsChannel 10’s primetime anchor. 

During his time at KFDA, Kerr helped lead coverage of breaking news and severe weather while becoming active in the Texas Panhandle community through efforts including the Together We Can Food Drive, 24 Hours in the Canyon, and support of the Ronald McDonald House and other local causes.

Kerr joined KFDA following a lengthy career spanning multiple markets and roles in news and sports.

A graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism, Kerr launched his television career as a sports anchor at KLST-TV in San Angelo in 1983 before moving to Austin’s KTBC-TV as a sports anchor in 1984.

He later became Sports Director at KFDM-TV in Beaumont, where he spent nine years before moving to Springfield, Illinois, to serve as Sports Director at WICS-TV. Kerr then joined KWTV-TV in Oklahoma City as a sports anchor before heading to WFMY-TV in Greensboro, North Carolina, where he spent nearly eight years as Sports Director and helped oversee large-scale sports programming and special broadcast projects.

Kerr returned to Texas in 2010, joining Fox Sports Southwest in Dallas as a news anchor. There, he anchored Dallas Stars Live and Dallas Stars Insider, along with Dallas Mavericks Live, San Antonio Spurs Live, and High School Spotlight, while also writing, editing, producing, and voicing segments for the Texas Rangers Magazine Show.

In 2012, Kerr returned to KTBC-TV in Austin to anchor FOX 7 News in the Morning and Good Day Austin, marking a return to the station where he had worked earlier in his career.

After nearly three decades in sports television, Kerr transitioned into news full-time. He joined KFDM/KBTV in Beaumont as a morning news anchor in 2013, then returned to his roots in West Texas as a news anchor at KLST in San Angelo from 2020 to 2021.

Kerr joined KFDA in Amarillo in January 2022, where he closed out his on-air career as evening anchor.

Throughout his career, Kerr earned numerous honors, including two Lone Star Emmy Awards — one in sports and one in news.

Christine Gormley leaves KTEN Sherman

Christine Gormley departed the KTEN 10 Sherman–Denison weather team in June 2026, where she had served as a meteorologist since 2024.

Here is what Gormley posted on social:

"Monday was my last day at KTEN. I’ve had quite the time living in Texoma these last last few years. I’ve met the best people and learned so much about myself. I’ve learned how to be a professional meteorologist from some of the best. I’ve made the most unexpected friends. I will miss them. I’m glad I started my career at KTEN and I’m looking forward to this next chapter. I will miss serving everyone in Texoma but I’m not too far away! More details to come."

A native of Moore, Oklahoma, Gormley earned her Bachelor of Science in Meteorology with a minor in Mathematics from the University of Oklahoma in May 2024. 

While at OU, she built on-air forecasting experience as a weather anchor for OU Nightly, the university’s student-run newscast, covering a variety of impactful weather events across Oklahoma, including severe storms and winter weather.

Her interest in meteorology developed early while growing up in central Oklahoma, where she experienced the region’s wide range of weather. Living through the devastating Moore EF-5 tornado on May 20, 2013, reinforced for her the critical role meteorologists play in communicating life-saving information to the public.

Gormley gained additional forecasting and broadcast experience through internships with HailTrace, Griffin Media, and Gray Television, including a weekend meteorologist internship in Lawton, Oklahoma.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Christine Gormley (@christine.gormley)

Double J’s Morning Show moves to Houston Tejano Hits app

The Houston Double J’s Morning Show has a new home and a new team.

The morning radio show, which originally debuted on the newly launched Puro Tejano 106.1 FM K291CE-FM at the end of 2025, is moving to the Houston Tejano Hits app or streaming online at houstonstejanohits.com.

The show, which broadcasts weekdays from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., now features veteran Houston broadcaster Jessika Reyna alongside her husband, Joey Leal of the Project One Band. 

Former co-host Jessica Jeanz is not featured on the new ads. When the show first premiered, it was billed as Tejano radio’s first all-female-hosted morning show. UPDATE: Jessica Jeanz is still with Puro Tejano 106.1 FM from 10am to 3pm on weekdays, starting 6-22-2026, the station tells me.

Also in the Spanish-language Houston radio news world, the 101 KLOL documentary recently won multiple Telly and Communicator Awards. 

Katalina Bell leaves KTAB Abilene

Katalina Bell is saying goodbye to KTAB 32 Abilene, with her final day at the Nexstar station set for July 1, 2026.

Here is what Bell posted online about her KTAB departure:

"After two amazing years, my time at KTAB is coming to an end. July 1st will be my final day on air.

When I moved to the Big Country, I never imagined how much this community would come to mean to me. From covering severe weather and sharing forecasts to visiting schools, hosting a podcast, and connecting with so many of you along the way, these past two years have been filled with memories I will always cherish.

Thank you for trusting me, supporting me, and allowing me to be a small part of your lives the last 2 years. It has truly been an honor to serve this incredible community.

As for what’s next, I promise that announcement is coming soon.

For now, I just want to say thank you. The Big Country will always have a special place in my heart."

Bell joined KTAB (and KRBC) as a meteorologist in July 2024 after graduating from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology. During her two years forecasting weather in West Texas, she delivered daily forecasts and covered changing weather conditions for viewers across the Big Country.

"Back in the summer of 2024, Kat and I started our journeys in the Big Country together as weekend meteorologists for KRBC and KTAB. What started as two young meteorologists learning the ropes quickly turned into a great friendship and partnership," Meteorologist Carter Vandrasik added. "Over the years, we visited schools all across the Big Country, met hundreds of students, covered everything from severe weather to winter storms, and even started the Carter & Kat’s Weather Chat podcast. Some of my favorite memories at the station involve those school visits, community events, and the countless weather conversations we shared."

- KTAB - KRBC Abilene rebrand to West Texas Today and West Texas Daily

Originally from Bulverde, just outside San Antonio, Bell developed her passion for weather while studying at Texas A&M. While in College Station, she was active in TAMSCAMS, a student-run organization within the Department of Atmospheric Sciences.

Bell also gained hands-on research experience as an undergraduate research assistant under Dr. Timothy Logan, studying lightning sprites and aerosols associated with tropical cyclones. Her work included participation in a rapid response research team focused on collecting data during developing weather events to support meteorological and disaster preparedness research.

In addition to research, Bell worked as a student meteorologist delivering forecasts across television and radio platforms.

No word yet on Bell’s next career move following her departure from KTAB.

Max Williams leaves 25 News Now Victoria

Max Williams is departing 25 News Now KAVU Victoria after two years.

"I'm still figuring out that next destination, but I know I'm going to be going back home," Williams said in his on-air 25 News Now goodbye.  "We're there to Ohio, born and raised in Columbus, so at least spend some time with friends and family for a little bit and then trying to just go from there."

Williams joined KAVU, a Morgan Murphy Media station, in June 2024 as Sports Director, overseeing the department’s sports coverage while serving as the station’s on-air sports anchor. During his time at 25 News Now, he managed local sports content, coordinated coverage efforts, and delivered reporting across the Crossroads region.

He took over for Geno Perez, who left in late 2023. 

- Zach Brown joins WCHS ABC 8 / Fox 11 in Charleston

Before arriving in Texas, Williams built experience across multiple levels of sports broadcasting while attending Avila University in Kansas City, Missouri. He graduated magna cum laude in 2024 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication.

At Avila, Williams served as Assistant Director of Broadcasting, providing play-by-play and color commentary for men’s and women’s basketball, soccer, baseball, volleyball, and softball broadcasts. He was also a four-year football player, earned KCAC Scholar-Athlete recognition from 2021 to 2023, and received the DALLAVIS Award for leadership and service.

Williams also expanded his sports media experience as a public address announcer for Kansas City Kansas Community College and as a radio play-by-play announcer for the Ban Johnson Baseball League. In addition, he hosted the “Down to the Minute Podcast,” covering sports and pop culture topics.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Crossroads Today (@crossroadstoday)

Laura Sather named KVUE Austin assistant news director

Laura Sather was promoted to assistant news director at KVUE Austin in June 2026 after nearly a decade of helping lead and shape the station’s newsroom operations and editorial coverage.

- Allison Hill joins KVUE Austin

“Laura is someone who consistently steps up, leads by example, and helps make the KVUE news team better every day,” KVUE news director Travis Sattiewhite said when announcing the promotion. “This promotion is well-deserved and reflects her hard work and dedication.”

She takes over for Andrew McKibbin, who left the station in June after nearly 17 years for "an amazing opportunity outside of commercial television." 

McKibbin joined KVUE in August 2009 as an associate news producer and was promoted to news producer in 2010. In 2013, McKibbin advanced to executive producer, overseeing KVUE’s Daybreak and Midday newscasts. He was elevated to assistant news director in September 2019

Sather joined KVUE in June 2018 as a producer and was elevated to executive producer in 2021. 

“Can’t even begin to express how grateful I am to Travis Sattiewhite, Jr., MBA for the opportunity, and I can’t wait to formally start a new adventure at KVUE,” Sahter added.

Before arriving in Austin, Sather spent two years at First Coast News in Jacksonville, Florida, producing the 6 a.m. hour of Good Morning Jacksonville and helping coordinate content across the station’s morning newscast. Earlier in her career, she worked as a daybreak producer at WOWT in Omaha, Nebraska.

A graduate of The University of Kansas, Sather earned bachelor’s degrees in Journalism and English. During college, she built experience across print, digital, and broadcast platforms through leadership roles at The University Daily Kansan and KUJH-TV. She also studied abroad at the University of Leicester in England.

WITHIN THE LAST YEAR OF AUSTIN TV MANAGEMENT
Erin Garza named CBS Austin news director

Astrodome featured on CBS Sunday Morning

- The Astrodome: Journey from glory to closure
- The Astrodome past and future
- Our #domecoming2018 adventure!
- KHOU 11's 1994 Astrodome moving April Fools' joke
- Old cartoon explains Astrodome's 'real' origins
- VIDEO: Houston newsreel video from the 1940s to 1960s
- "Building the Houston Astrodome"
- How ABC13's studios inspired the Astrodome's design

Robert Arnold leaves KPRC 2 Houston

Robert Arnold is leaving KPRC after many decades on the reporting beat.

"After 26 years at KPRC and 31 years as a journalist, I have decided to live life without a deadline," Arnold posted.  "My last day is Friday, June 19."

That means two KPRC 2 reporters are gone in the same week.  If you saw yesterday's post about Gage Goulding leaving, I hinted at another rumored upcoming departure from Channel 2.  That was in reference to Arnold. Guess they had enough.

WATCH ROBERT ARNOLD SIGN-OFF KPRC 2

Arnold, an Emmy Award-winning investigative journalist with more than two decades in Houston television news, has been a trusted presence at KPRC 2 Houston since joining the station in July 2000. 

He has been at KPRC so long that he pre-dates my blog's start in 2005.  A rarity these days.

His reporting has covered a wide range of issues, including immigration, environmental concerns, government corruption, and taxpayer waste. Several of Arnold’s investigations have extended beyond headlines to influence public policy, prompting legislative and procedural changes at both the local and national levels.

Among his notable works was an investigation into how a private university police department handled the off-campus arrest of a bicycle theft suspect. The reporting ultimately contributed to the Texas Legislature passing a law that placed private university police departments under the Texas Public Information Act, expanding public access and accountability.

Arnold’s investigative excellence has earned him more than three dozen journalism awards throughout his career. In addition to his reporting duties, he serves as investigative reporter and show producer for KPRC 2+’s original docuseries The Evidence Room, which takes viewers deeper into complex cases and investigations.

Beyond investigative journalism, Arnold has also reported extensively from the field during severe weather events, covering more than two dozen tropical storms and hurricanes impacting the United States and Mexico.

Before joining KPRC 2, the  University of Houston grad worked as a police beat and investigative reporter at 740 KTRH from 1996 to 2000 and began his reporting career at KNUZ/KQUE radio. 

- KPRC 2 to bring back a morning traffic anchor

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Robert Arnold (@kprc2robertarnold)