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Nexstar Cuts Veteran Local News Staff at KTLA, WGN and WPIX in Latest Round of Layoffs

Nexstar says the reductions are necessary to compete in a period of unprecedented change.

Overview

  • KTLA let go of midday anchors Glen Walker and Lu Parker along with longtime meteorologist Mark Kriski, who joined the station in 1991, according to multiple reports.
  • Chicago’s WGN has eliminated about 21 positions in recent weeks, including veteran entertainment reporter Dean Richards, with SAG-AFTRA saying eight of its members there were affected.
  • New York’s WPIX cut at least three on-air roles, including weekend anchor and reporter John Muller and afternoon anchor Arrianee LeBeau, according to reporting.
  • A Nexstar spokesperson declined to discuss individual personnel changes and said the company is taking steps to compete effectively during industry upheaval.
  • The cuts come as traditional TV viewership and ad revenue face sustained pressure and as Nexstar works to finalize a $6.2 billion Tegna acquisition, drawing union criticism tied to ongoing contract talks.