Some odds and ends from last week that we didn’t get to right away.
You’ll remember the decision a few weeks back at CBS owned WTIC to “eliminate the position of news director” that happened to be occupied by Dana Whalen. Another, off-air staffer was let go that day as well.
Now there’s evidence the Whalen departure may have been part of a bigger plan to cut personnel costs at CBS stations generally. No word on further cuts at WTIC or cuts that may have taken out Connecticut residents working at CBS stations in New York.
H/T – Steve Kalb
Colin Cowherd is leaving ESPN. He’s reportedly moving to Fox Sports.
Finally, a few posts back we noted the Newseum in Washington, D.C. is having financial trouble. Last week, Hubbard Broadcasting, a family owned chain of TV and radio stations, pledged $5 million to help out.
