Direct payment worth up to $4,555 to be sent out in 12 . By Verne Gay verne . However, more than one source speaks positively of Waldman, saying they had no issues with her and in some cases that she was kind, generous and supportive of them. A spate of new series drummed up by former GM Natz, covering local attractions and businesses, consumer tips, do gooders and other subjects, were nearly devoid of news value, sources say. People at home dont give a shit how long my cold open is, says one former newsroom staffer. A new multimillion-dollar newsroom complex in Bethpage, which will include five studios and an expansive newsroom, is under construction. "@ksatnews What happened to Isis Romero?? But after a few months, employees began to see what they call the writing on the wall.. I take pride in what we did and what we accomplished. If I was a news reporter I would have been furious. Leadership instead wanted stories rife with shock value that would garner web clicks, and they inadvertently got one on May 14, 2020. Long Island's News 12 is now suing a meteorologist who caused some high pressure when he stormed off the job. Hill had a reputation for defending controversial figures and was fired by Fox. Though there was a dip last year, the average daily impressions in the 18-plus demographic across the weeks between April 28 and May 25 of this year rose to 709,000, up from 679,000 two years ago. You can try and lure people to what they say is the No. In 1995 they decided to take what we were doing on a daily basis, one show, two shows a day, and put it into a 24-hour news format that could really serve the neighborhoods with news thats important to most people. You have to pursue your passion. Anchor (1986-) unknown episodes Lea Tyrrell . They are proven performers, passionate and knowledgeable. When [Natz] took over we really became alarmist, says a former News 12 staffer, commenting on the weather reporting. The source says treatment like that was the polar opposite of what they and their former colleagues endured at News 12 before they left, and what current employees are dealing with today under Altice ownership. By Kevin Eck on Feb. 15, 2023 - 12:59 PM. But these former News 12 employees also say the incident is part of a pattern revealing network upper managements lack of concern for worker safety and well-being. Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 3:45 PM CST | By KXII Staff. Those whod received high marks for decades, threes, fours and fives on a five-point scale, suddenly earned scores of one and two. Janine: Oh, no. Former employees whove moved on from News 12 to other jobs in the industry also say they were gaslit on their way out by Natz, as well as Gruber. The source, who asked to remain anonymous so they could speak freely, says micromanaging can sometimes elevate a brand. Sources acknowledge that newsroom workers should always strive to improve their craft and are well-served by turning to quality senior leadership for guidance on how to get better at their respective jobs. JR: I was blessed, and it certainly was different back then. It was about how much money we can make.. Not long after Altice took over News 12 in 2016, however, according to multiple sources Dolan was demoted from his position as president of News 12 Networks. They were upset about the loss of jobs and the detrimental impact such a lack of diverse voices could have on free press and democracy. Taylor Henry, Weekend Anchor/Reporter. Its so off-kilter right now., When TVNewsCheck published its initial story about working conditions in the News 12 New Jersey newsroom in June, an Altice spokesperson said the company take[s] these matters seriously and would review them internally.. Four senior News 12 Long Island anchors and reporters exited the channel Friday in a newsroom reorganization, owner Altice has confirmed. They just fired her for no reason?" What I would say to people like yourself who are looking to be journalists. We need to tell the stories that people need for information, for education, in some cases, for entertainment as well. But one source asks, Does it need to be multiple spots in every show or airing every hour?. She announced her termination from the station on July 27, 2021. I'm not going to lie, I was a little shocked when I heard that the kake news anchor had been fired. The focus definitely seemed to be on attention, and not our well-being. It promoted two brands in a single spot, and one source says content like that was corny and it delegitimized us. The source thought to themself at the time, Are we journalists or shills?. Sources say by the time the stations assistant news director, Annette Stellato, began calling hotels later in the evening, they were completely booked. Ive heard the rumor that journalism is dying. But Im very proud to have been one of the founding members of when News 12 was in its agency. Sources say the whole affair was demoralizing for Dolan. Local News and Information for Phoenix, Arizona and surrounding areas. Veteran anchor Jackie Lukas, sports anchor Jamie Stuart . Those whove earned the highest salaries at News 12, after accruing lengthy track records of quality work and trust in the markets they serve, have borne the brunt of toxic management in recent years, sources say. She joined News 12 in 2000, working her way up from . Video consumption of the network is growing by more than 800% year over year, the company says. There needs to be journalists out there. If you have a passion for animals and you want to take care of animals, open a shelter, youre going to be wonderful at it. A Fox anchor in Michigan was fired after going into an off-air tirade against his co-anchor. According to a member of staff, management hadn't yet discussed Romero's departure with fellow employees. I look at it as just writing the next chapter of my book. Like in New Jersey, staffers in other News 12 newsrooms have also been disheartened by an increased amount of sponsored content at their channels, as well as anodyne, non-market-specific stories. News 12 reporter Sean Bergin blamed 'anti-cop mentality' on 'young black men growing up without fathers' in a shocking on-air segment following Sunday's tragic shooting death of New Jersey police . If you have that love, you have to pursue it. A number of angry viewers lashed out at the network. As Veseys presence in front of the camera grew, some News 12 employees wondered, Is this news?, (Sources for this story see Vesey as a team player who, throughout, was simply following assignment orders from management. Lukas. I dont think its dying. KCRG in Cedar Rapids Promotes Kristin Rogers to Morning Anchor. A few days later, he and his family sued the company, claiming in court filings that Altice had breached its sales agreement by laying off a large number of workers. Veteran anchor Jackie Lukas, sports anchor . But the micromanaging and constant criticism directed toward these workers said otherwise, they assert. Fired News 12 The Bronx anchor Matt Pieper tried to save face a week after he dropped the f-bomb and bashed government assistance on a live mic by pointing the finger at a behind-the-scenes boss. Initially, management responded with an email to News 12 staffers, obtained by TVNewsCheck, instructing employees not to engage with hecklers on social media and to alert Altice security if they felt physically threatened. Theyre doing a lot of local news. Current and former News 12 staffers also say Natz had taken the stance that any employee who contracted COVID-19 did so out of poor judgment and a disregard for safety protocol, even though carriers can be asymptomatic. The document goes on to say that there is credible evidence that Waldman pressured the networks head of human resources to use a coworkers false statements as a precedent to fire Evseroff. Ana started college at the University of Arizona but ultimately graduated from Texas A&M in 2018. (News Director Pauline Chiou had taken a leave of absence a week or so earlier. Along with anchoring and producing . Karin Adams,Weekday Evening Anchor/Reporter. Its basically newsmakers on the radio. Popular, long-running series such as the tech-focused The Download and the Long Island high school sports show The Sports Rush, among others were canceled because of a lack of sponsorship opportunities, sources say they were told. WM: Could you tell us about your new radio show? Some sources observe that there is a place for sponsored content and ads in news broadcasts. Sources also claim that there were instances in which they followed Waldmans production notes and when the broadcasts were deemed incorrectly executed by managers further up the chain, Waldman blamed her subordinates for the moves. The days of news coverage of local stories, studio interviews of politicians and celebrities on morning show couches are long dead. In a Facebook post, Romero revealed she had been let go from the network. Cherny Amhara, who has anchored the weekend morning newscasts at WISN-TV (Channel 12) since January 2019, said on social media Friday that she's leaving the Milwaukee ABC affiliate. At editorial meetings, every reporter was told that stories need to be thought of in terms of how to monetize them versus impact on the community, says one source. The average daily number of impressions in terms of total households that watched News 12+, across the same stretches, also went up, from 591,000 in 2020 to 623,00 in 2022. We have to know how to tell people stories that mean something to them. Multiple sources claim so much emotional distress over the workplace toxicity Waldman has fueled that theyve become physically ill as a result. News 12 Long Island (TV Series 1986- ) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Safety was of high concern, as well as news integrity, sources say. I feel blessed. When TVNewsCheck presented Altice with the charges raised against the company in this story, brought forth by the 14 current and former News 12 newsroom sources, a company spokesperson responded with the following statement: Altice USA is very proud of News 12s ongoing achievements and continued success, including growth in ratings and digital viewership as well as the receipt last month of 80 New York Emmy nominations, more than any other network in the tri-state, all of which underscore the high-quality hyperlocal journalism News 12 provides. I think the Internet has opened up a whole other area that has to be explored, because I think thats where journalists can get in trouble. The 10 p.m. anchor said the ABC affiliate opted not renew her contract, adding that her last day on air was July 12. But, I'm guessing a news anchor has to do what they do for a living. Current KSAT Vice President and General ManagerPhil Lane thanked Romerofor her service to the station in an email. Reporters and meteorologists have been told to report from the vehicle even when the weather is not particularly notable. The response to Veseys scenario told our viewing audience we accepted the confrontation. In addition to the Vesey conflict, it reminded staffers of how dangerous their work can become, without warning and in an instant. another exclaimed. Her tireless dedication to journalism, as well as her infectious laugh will not be forgotten. When the micromanaging took hold, everything from on-air performance to edits to employee social media posts and beyond were dramatically scrutinized. Halfway through the segment, Vesey fixes his camera on himself as unmasked protesters invade his personal space and shout at him a scenario familiar to many journalists. Sources say at News 12, Waldman has also mimicked her behavior toward Evseroff from her days at WPIX. "Vic Faust no longer works for Fox 2 . "KSAT 12 has always strived for a workplace reflective of our vibrant and diverse community both in front of and behind the camera," he said. JR: Well, I find it works. Before moving to Oregon, there were many places Ana once called "home." She was born and raised in Denver, Colorado before moving to Texas in 2014. . After more than three decades on air at News 12 Long Island, Colleen McVey is signing off for the last time. I feel nothing but blessed, and Ive taken a little time off, which was good, because when youre in the news business, you go, go, go, and the phone is ringing 24 hours a day, and it was a lot of responsibility. Trouble for the News 12 New Jersey team began in May 2020 with the hiring of Jacques Natz as GM, sources say. As a result, employee trust in Waldman as a manager has shriveled. To read TVNewsChecks earlier News 12 stories click here and here. One veteran media industry executive in the New York Metropolitan area, however, says that Altice making changes to News 12 to spur revenue growth is not surprising. For news tips, call (732) 346-3270. Jason Hahn. When News 12 Westchester announced in 2016 that it was moving the bulk of its production facilities from Yonkers to Long Island, several bastions of local news, including Emmy-winning anchor and political correspondent . New hires were not provided sufficient training, sources say, which forced more experienced staffers to pick up the slack. Referring to a Long Island neighborhood composed largely of low-income earners, the commenter wrote, This is what people in Roosevelt have to deal with. He just tried to help them keep their jobs for as long as possible so Dolan filed a lawsuit and it stalled the firing . And this is basically just more of the same. Ramos joined the News 12 team in September 2019. The company said. The insider also says, from their perspective, the News 12 brand does not appear to have fallen out of favor in the industry or with viewers. But, like I said, Im happy to be starting to write the next chapter, and this particular radio show is certainly one way to take that next step. 2:08. Typically, that would have been the case, sources say, as it was when the station covered the remnants of Hurricane Henri only nine days earlier. Now we have it on record, its on record. Dont you guys have more serious crimes to report than humiliating this woman? read one comment. However, across News 12 platforms emerged the Storm Watcher logo with a lightning bolt piercing through the middle of the team branding, suggesting a major weather event was on the horizon. That day, reporter Kevin Vesey covered a Long Island protest of state-issued mask mandates during the initial spread of COVID-19. So stupid," one viewer said. However, the email also told personnel to share our News 12 links covering the situation Kevin [Vesey] endured to show facts and what actually happened.. ABOUT THE SHOW. Part of the companys weather branding, sources say, is another Altice-initiated gimmick: the News 12 forecasting vehicle, Thunderbolt. In the bluntest dismissal of a South Florida anchor team in recent memory, WPEC-Ch. "I want to thank those of you who have supported me with your viewership these past 11 years, and for the incredible love and kindness you have shown me. WOAI-TV's chief anchorwoman Evy Ramos said she was abruptly fired today. We started taping the local Yonkers City Council meetings and started doing small news excerpts each week, and then we started doing daily new shows that just grew and grew. We were wrong. According to sources, Natz blamed a COVID outbreak at News 12 Long Islands headquarters on workers eating in control rooms. Channel 12 announced Monday that Gerron Jordan, who joined the station's . During the incident, there was an exchange which many found offensive where Matt Pieper was relaying a message to reporter Amy Yensi and said, "David wants . Staffers also say the signal emanating from the truck is inconsistent, leading to newscast disruptions, though perhaps the biggest problem they have with the Thunderbolt is its name. Ana Orsini. Many viewers in Long Island and other News 12 markets have soured on the channels, sources say. Ground zero for this initiative was the News 12 Long Island newsroom. A professor in the Morehouse college, he joined Fox News in 2007 and he appeared often on the O'Reilly Show where he discussed with O'Reilly on socio-political issues. She went on to thank her audience for supporting her work with KSAT. Having to do a minimum mandated amount of approved social media postings a day. And so what I think is, Altice made changes based on economics, but beyond that, I couldnt comment. A Las Vegas news anchor was arrested after being found naked and passed out in her car, police said. Miller has been fired . Daily impressions in the 25-54 demographic in those same time ranges also climbed to 208,000 from 172,000. A year later that half-hour newscast morphed into the nation's first 24-hour local news channel, News 12 Long Island. The Bronx Brooklyn Connecticut Hudson Valley Long Island New Jersey Westchester. Cody has worked as an anchor on the NBC affiliate's morning show . Ana Orsini joined the NewsWatch 12 team as an anchor and producer in May 2020. In October 2021, while News 12 Long Island was once again in Storm Watch mode, covering what the staff called a Noreaster, dozens of locals took to Facebook and hounded the station with critical comments indicating they were experiencing an ordinary rain event. 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