Payton May is heading to WBZ CBS News Boston for a new reporting job after leaving FOX 4 KDFW Dallas-Fort Worth.
May announced her departure from FOX 4 in September 2026 during an emotional goodbye on the station's "Good Day" morning newscast, where she had worked as a morning reporter for two years.
She joined FOX 4 in September 2024 from FOX25 News KOKH in Oklahoma City. May spent three years at KOKH, serving as the station's Capitol reporter beginning in August 2021.
Before her time in Oklahoma, the Chicago native worked at Sinclair Broadcast Group sister station WPBN 7&4 News in Traverse City, Michigan, where she held roles as a reporter, anchor and producer.
May is a graduate of Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications.
While attending Syracuse, she gained experience through internships with NewsChannel 9 WSYR, the university-owned 88.3 WAER and E! News in Los Angeles.
I’m back & in Boston!
Tonight I made my on-air debut for @wbz. I’m honored to join this amazing team of journalists. A door opened up to continue pursuing my passion of political reporting & I can’t wait to dive into all the issues that matter to this community! https://t.co/utIpvIWUsd
Lidia Herrera joins KRGV 5 Rio Grande Valley as a reporter.
Rishi Oza joins Eyewitness News KBAK and FOX58 Bakersfield, California as weekend sports anchor from KVIA ABC-7 News El Paso.
Ava Davis joins KTAB/KRBC Abilene as a reporter and an anchor on Saturdays for KTAB.
Marixa Zamora — now Marixa Jones — announced her departure from Entravision Communications in McAllen, in the Rio Grande Valley.
Marcela Delgado joins as host of HOLA! on KGNS+ and Telemundo Laredo, while Luis Enrique Vela and Michelle James Thorpe join KGNS as multimedia journalists.
KRIS 6 News wins statewide open government award for housing authority investigation.
Fernando Montejano, or "Grizz," is half of the popular Iris & Grizz morning DJ duo. He had a rough start in life.
Tynisha Jackson joined Spectrum News 1 in Dallas as a multimedia journalist (MMJ), returning to North Texas after spending the past three years working in Roanoke, Virginia.
An Arlington native, Jackson joined Spectrum News 1 in September 2026.
"I’m HOME! Excited to share that I’ve joined the team at Spectrum News 1 in Dallas as a reporter," Jackson posted. "I can’t wait to start telling stories in the communities where I grew up."
Jackson comes from WDBJ7 Roanoke, Virginia, where she has worked as a multimedia journalist and weekend morning anchor since September 2023.
Her television career began in Mississippi when she joined WTOK-TV in Meridian as a multimedia journalist in 2021. She later took on weekend evening anchor and producer duties before becoming the station's primary weeknight 10 p.m. anchor, while continuing to work as an MMJ and producer.
She graduated from Texas State University with a bachelor's degree in Electronic Media Programming and a minor in Media Studies. While at Texas State, Jackson reported for the university's student news program, Bobcat Update, and served as an on-air host and senior news reporter for KTSW-FM 89.9. She also gained newsroom experience as an intern at News 4 San Antonio/FOX San Antonio (WOAI/KABB).
During her time at Texas State, Jackson also cheered for the university.
In August, FOX 4 KDFW Dallas-Fort Worth meteorologist Kylie Capps announced she was expecting her first baby. In September, fellow Good Day team member and anchor Shannon Murray is expecting Baby #2. Her daughter was born in 2024.
FT. WORTH, Texas – Sept. 24, 2026 – Telemundo 39 Dallas / KXTX, part of NBCUniversal Local’s Telemundo Station Group, announced its consumer investigative unit, Telemundo 39 Responde, has surpassed $1 million recovered for North Texas community members, marking a significant milestone in the station’s ongoing commitment to advocating for and serving the region.
Since its launch in 2014, Telemundo 39 Responde has helped North Texas consumers navigate a wide range of consumer-related issues, including fraudulent transactions, scams, incorrect or unexplained charges, refunds, customer service disputes, and more. Through its investigative work, the unit works directly with consumers and businesses to help resolve complaints, recover money and bring attention to issues the region.
“This is an incredible milestone and a testament to the impact Telemundo 39 Responde has made in our community over the last 12 years,” said Tony Canales, President and General Manager of NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth and Telemundo 39 Dallas. “Serving our community is at the heart of what we do, and we’re proud to provide our viewers with a trusted resource that can help them navigate consumer issues and find answers.”
Telemundo 39 Dallas launched Telemundo 39 Responde in 2014 as one of the original seven Telemundo-owned stations to create consumer investigative units in their markets, alongside Los Angeles, New York, Miami, Houston, San Antonio, and the San Francisco Bay Area.
“Every case brought to Telemundo 39 Responde represents a member of our community looking for answers and trusting our team to help,” said Rossyris Silva, Vice President of News at Telemundo 39 Dallas. “This milestone reflects the dedication of our journalists to advocating for consumers and making a meaningful difference for North Texas families.”
What began with the establishment of the Consumer Investigative Center (CIC) and Telemundo 52 Responde, the CIC now operates in 33 Telemundo- and NBC-owned stations across 23 U.S. markets and Puerto Rico. Over the last 12 years, NBC-owned stations have recovered more than $61 million for consumers, while Telemundo-owned stations have recovered nearly $44 million. Collectively, NBCU Local’s CIC and Responds / Responde units have recovered more than $107 million for consumers across the nation since 2014.
North Texas community members seeking assistance with a consumer-related issue can submit information to Telemundo 39 Responde here.
Payton May is leaving FOX 4 KDFW Dallas-Fort Worth, where she has spent the past two years as a “Good Day” morning reporter.
May announced her departure in September 2026 during an emotional goodbye segment on the morning newscast. While she did not reveal her next move on the air, she said she plans to share those details on social media.
Anchors Brandon Todd and Lauren Przybyl thanked May for her contributions and the energy she brought to the morning show.
"We just want to thank you for jumping head first into literally everything," Przybyl said. "Pretty much. I mean, pretty much everything. You've been tossed in the air. You've been you've jumped down to the ground. I mean, you've I skated. What have you not done in your, in your two years?"
May said one of her biggest takeaways from her time at FOX 4 was the sense of community surrounding “Good Day.”
“I think this is the first time I've experienced a station like a community that's really felt like a family,” May said. “Everyone and every single place that I've gone to, they're like, ‘Are, the Good Day folks really that close off air off screen?' And it's even more so than what anyone would imagine, I think. And it comes to everything the producers, the photographers, the directors, all of us together. And then of course, all of the viewers. I mean, couldn't be more thankful to just have everyone welcome me. Um, so many crazy moments too that I've just been welcomed into situations I didn't expect to be taking part in."
Todd also praised May's personality and kindness, saying viewers could see the same qualities on camera that the FOX 4 team experienced behind the scenes.
Przybyl highlighted May's ability to adapt to the unpredictable nature of live television, particularly during the early morning hours.
"This girl can pivot on a dime," Przybyl said, laughing. "I tell you, things aren't going her way. She gets down, she starts pivoting with the people. But that's part of life to live TV, especially early morning TV, where we're doing a lot of fun things too."
“I would set this 2 a.m. alarm for you guys and you guys only,” May said. “It was worth every 2 a.m. alarm for the family and the community that this place has brought me.”
During the goodbye, Przybyl also mentioned May's passion for baking and her elaborate cakes, a hobby she has shared on social media.
May clarified that, despite viewers wondering if she was opening a bakery, that is not her immediate plan.
“I am not opening up a bakery,” May said. “Although maybe long term, yes, that would be great down the line. But no, I'm not going into the bakery biz just yet.”
May joined FOX 4 in September 2024 as a “Good Day” reporter. She crossed the Red River to North Texas from FOX25 News KOKH in Oklahoma City, where she had served as a Capitol reporter since August 2021.
Before joining KOKH, the Chicago native worked as a reporter, anchor, and producer at Sinclair Broadcast Group sister station WPBN 7&4 News in Traverse City, Michigan.
May is a graduate of Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. During her time in college, she interned with NewsChannel 9 WSYR in Syracuse, the university-owned 88.3 WAER, and E! News in Los Angeles.
At FOX 4, May took over the “Good Day” reporter role previously held by Paige Ellenberger, who moved into an early-morning anchor position during the summer.
On Saturday, November 7, 2026, the Texas Radio Hall of Fame (TRHOF) will present its George Baches Award for Broadcast Marketing Excellence to Jonathan and Mary Lyn Wolfert of JAM Creative Productions for their service to hundreds of Texas radio stations.
This award recognizes those who contribute to radio stations' success through branding efforts such as logo design, sales and marketing materials, billboard and television messaging, and, in the Wolferts' case, jingles and audio imaging.
The award is named for the late graphic designer George Baches, who designed or reimagined dozens of radio station logos, including KLOL’s iconic Runaway Radio and the 1990 relaunch of San Antonio’s KISS-FM.
“Jingles are an essential ingredient in creating and sustaining ‘station-ality’”, notes Doug Harris, a 2011 TRHOF Inductee who now serves as the organization’s Executive Director. “At their best, jingles are the glue that connects a station’s music and spoken word content while earning a place in the listener’s memory.”
Since 1974, the Wolferts’ work at JAM Creative Productions has touched thousands of radio stations from Los Angeles to New York City and around the world. Notably, the company has remained in the hands of its founders, uninterrupted, since its first day of operations. “It’s a lot of work”, observes Jonathan, “but it’s better than having a real job!”
The TRHOF’s Induction Ceremony and Radio Reunion Weekend is scheduled for Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Texas Broadcast Museum in Kilgore, TX. Complete details are available at Reunion Weekend & Induction – Texas Radio Hall of Fame
Chip Waggoner is celebrating 30 years at FOX 4 KDFW in Dallas-Fort Worth.
"I was kept in the dark regarding my 30th anniversary celebration," Waggoner posted on social. "It’s all been overwhelming and I thank all of you for all of the kind comments and well wishes! How cool it was to see some of the highlights over the years PLUS special appearances from Tim Ryan, Evan Andrews & Todd Carruth!"
Waggoner joined KDFW in August 1996 and has spent much of the past three decades as its morning traffic anchor.
Before making the jump to television, Waggoner spent time in radio and originally dreamed of becoming a play-by-play sportscaster.
Waggoner graduated from Texas Christian University in 1991 with a bachelor’s degree in Radio/TV/Film and a minor in journalism. While at TCU, he gained experience announcing baseball games for KTCU.
He later worked for several North Texas radio stations and the USA Radio Network in Dallas before transitioning to television.
Texas saw two media layoffs this week: one at the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and another at Sinclair Broadcast Group's duopoly of News 4 San Antonio WOAI and FOX 29 San Antonio KABB.
According to the News Guild, more than 90 unionized journalists and media workers across 17 publications were laid off Thursday from McClatchy newspapers (owner of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram) around the United States, including at The Miami Herald, The Sacramento Bee and The Kansas City Star.
Fort Worth Star-Telegram opinion editor Ryan J. Rusak, reporter Maven Navarro and Service Journalism Editor Jake Harris were among those affected.
"I’m sorry to say that my position at the Star-Telegram was among those eliminated this week by McClatchy. The outcome was not unexpected, but the specific timing was," posted on X. "I enjoyed my 7+ years there, got to use some different muscles, wrote some things I'm still proud of and made some good friends. I'm open to roles inside and out of journalism. I assure you that my skills go beyond snarking on this site, though I do think I'm pretty good at that, too."
"Today, after four months, I was laid off from my first 'big girl' job," posted Navarro. "I am so grateful for my time at @startelegram where I met the best people. Fort Worth has phenomenal reporters covering their city, and I am so lucky to have had the opportunity to learn from them."
I’m sorry to say that my position at the Star-Telegram was among those eliminated this week by McClatchy. The outcome was not unexpected, but the specific timing was. I enjoyed my 7+ years there, got to use some different muscles, wrote some things I'm still proud of and made…
Today, after four months, I was laid off from my first “big girl” job. I am so grateful for my time at @startelegram where I met the best people. Fort Worth has phenomenal reporters covering their city, and I am so lucky to have had the opportunity to learn from them. https://t.co/bLLBPJpHcm
I am sad to report I am one of seven people in my newsroom affected by McClatchy’s massive cuts. My last day as the service journalism editor for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram will be Thursday, Sept. 24. pic.twitter.com/iyNZVuErSZ
Meanwhile, in San Antonio, News 4 San Antonio WOAI and FOX 29 San Antonio KABB owner Sinclair told MySA.
"WOAI and KABB are committed to positioning the stations for long-term sustainability and we have made the difficult decision to eliminate a small number of positions in our content center [newsroom]," the spokesperson said. "These changes will allow us to operate more efficiently and continue delivering exceptional local news and content to San Antonio viewers. We thank those affected for their contributions to the stations and the community."
I have not seen anything on social media about the Sinclair San Antonio cuts, nor have any on-air folks been removed from the stations' bios sites.
KPRC 2 Houston reporter Re'Chelle Turner has welcomed a baby girl.
Turner announced the birth of Imani Giselle Echols on September 5, 2026.
“September 5, 2026 forever one of the most important days of our lives!” Turner shared on social media.
Turner said her daughter's entrance into the world wasn't what the family expected, but that Imani is healthy, perfect, and already more loved than she will ever know.
She added that she plans to share more about her birth story when she is ready. For now, Turner said she is simply thanking God for carrying her through and blessing her with a beautiful family.
Turner married Faison Echols on September 4, 2021, in Birmingham, Alabama.
The couple met while taking a Mass Communications class at the University of Alabama. After dating long-distance for seven years and living in five different states, the couple eventually moved to Houston.
Turner joined KPRC 2 in 2020 after working at KARK 4 in Little Rock.
Cleo Greene is stepping away from NBC 5 DFW KXAS for maternity leave as she prepares to welcome her second child.
Greene became a mom for the first time in February 2023 when she welcomed her son, Conrad. Now, she is getting ready to add another little one to the family.
Greene admitted that the pregnancy has been difficult lately, saying she has been dealing with a lot of pain. But her love of television, meeting people and telling their stories kept her showing up.
And she certainly made the most of her final day in the studio, knocking out eight interviews.
Greene joined NBC 5 KXAS' lifestyle show Texas Today, which airs weekdays at 11:30 a.m.
A self-described military brat, Greene joined WFAA in January 2018 after spending nearly three years as a reporter at KSTP-TV 5 Eyewitness News in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. Earlier in her career, she reported for WBOC TV16 in Salisbury, Maryland, and WRDW News 12/NBC 26 in Augusta, Georgia.
Greene began her broadcasting career in January 2009 as a feature reporter and anchor for PBS in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. She graduated from Rowan University.
News 4 San Antonio and Fox San Antonio investigative reporter/fill-in anchor Jordan Elder is expecting with her husband and former station colleague Matt Roy.
