Houston, TX – May 28, 2025 – Graham Media Group has named Sean McLaughlin as Vice President and General Manager of KPRC 2 and Click2Houston.com, effective July 1, 2025. McLaughlin will continue in his current role as Vice President of News for Graham Media Group, leading news strategy across all seven stations.
- KPRC 2 GM Phil Lane is retiring
With a distinguished career spanning both station-level and corporate leadership, McLaughlin will work closely with the station’s award-winning team to amplify its journalistic impact and deepen connections with its audience and community.
“Sean’s leadership represents Graham Media Group’s unwavering commitment to the future of local news—one that honors journalistic excellence while embracing the innovations necessary to serve our communities in an ever-changing media environment,” said Catherine Badalamente, President and CEO of Graham Media Group.
Since joining Graham Media Group in 2024 as VP of News, McLaughlin has worked relentlessly to reshape the company’s content strategy, always prioritizing the evolving needs of audiences and customers. In his expanded dual role, he will continue spearheading group-wide news initiatives while taking on the responsibilities of general manager, cementing his reputation as a local news innovator and industry disruptor.
“I’m incredibly excited to lead KPRC 2 at this pivotal moment for local news,” said McLaughlin. “Houston is one of the most dynamic cities in the country, and KPRC 2 has a long legacy of serving this community. We have a unique opportunity to reimagine what a local media powerhouse can be — one that doesn’t just report on the community but truly connects, innovates, and leads.”
McLaughlin, a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate, began his career as a news reporter before advancing to news director roles in Springfield, Illinois, Tulsa, and St. Louis. He later became executive news director and creative services director at KMOV, then served as VP of Content and SVP of Local News at E.W. Scripps before joining Graham Media Group.
