WTHR broadcasts its local newscasts in 1080i high definition, which is the same high definition resolution as NBC network programming. ", Search for accused Johnson County scammer ends in arrest, Boone County Deputy Jacob Pickett remembered on 5 year anniversary of line of duty death, Live Doppler 13 Weather Blog: Record-breaking rain raises ongoing flood concerns, Live Doppler 13 Weather Blog: Mild air returns with more rain, snow returning late week. It's sad that she got fired like that. The lawsuit was filed in federal court Jan. 13. Connie Chung turns 70 on August 20th. Get the latest news and breaking news from the Eyewitness News team. The Most And Least Liked TV News Anchors Revealed She must be sleeping with a producer to keep that job. We always looked forward to the Nicole's on the weekend. Here's a look at some of the anchors we had to say goodbye to in 2017. All rights reserved. I say, "Good ridance". Nicole was moving up the ladder at a rapid pace. Changes continued to be made, and in 1999, WTHR's Eyewitness News surged past then-dominant WISH in several key news timeslots, moving to first place for the first time in its history. Former WTHR anchor, local broadcast journalist Jill Ditmire dead at 56 Felicia resides in Indianapolis with her husband, Teddy, and 3-year-old pup, KOngo. What's on now is dreadful. Morehead on Jan. 13 filed a lawsuitin Indiana federal court againstWTHR-TV's parent company Tegna, Inc. claiming employees at the station harassed and discriminated against her. List of Famous TV Anchors - Biographies, Timelines, Trivia & Life History "Channel 13 has made a change to traffic operations. WTHR president and general manager Michael Brouder did not immediately respond to a request for comment. if ( typeof LD == "object" ) { LD.initPage(); }. Investigative reporter Sandra Chapman resigned in January after 17 years at the station and 34 years in local news. "They made me an offer," Kevin said on his decision to sell. WTHR General Manager Michael Brouder previously told IndyStar he cannot comment on pending litigation. Morehead saidthere is more to the story of the "pervasive and unconscionable treatment" at WTHR in the post and told how the experience stole "the pure joy of the profession to inspire and give hope to others.". Follow her on Twitter @AllisonLCarter. "As the sun sets on this chapter, I will now take time to heal, forgive, and press forward. Speaking as a Lexingtonian, we do not want Nicole back under any circumstances. love Nicole Pence and I really miss her.read or download more about financial info from here Click here now :-). Indianapolis news anchor sues WTHR-TV's parent company, Former WTHR anchor says lawsuit tells 'small portion' of mistreatment, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Milzs departure is the latest in a spate of exits from the NBC affiliate. Felicia is a big supporter of HBCUs. Viewers who want to keep up with Pescovitz can follow her on Facebook and Twitter,and they can stream her new show, which covers a mix of local and national news,online. Flye, an Anderson native, graduated from Ball State University with a communications and journalism degree in 1992. That was riveting Wthr. A year later, Crosley and Fairbanks reached a deal in which Fairbanks bought WLWA in return for allowing Crosley to keep WLWI. He was moved from the early-morning "Sunrise"program in March 2016 to take on "other tasks." I currently work as an Anchor/reporter for WTHR in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was a breath of fresh air when you listened to her. On September 2, 2007 WTHR celebrated its 50th anniversary[2] like its sister station in Columbus, WTHR used the song "Carousels (Dreaming of Tomorrow)" by Columbus, Ohio rock band Alamoth Lane, which was also used on WBNS as a large marketing campaign to promote the launch of its newscasts in high definition. Before joining WRTV in early 2000, Flye was an anchor and reporter for the Ohio News Network. You can read about Hugh's career HERE . Whether youre a broker, developer, or serve the real estate industry, youre invited to a night of mixing + mingling. Stunned to hear this. (Television Host and Creator of the Preschool Television Series 'Mister Rogers' Neighborhood') 44. BE BOLD. She said she hopes to do volunteer work in the Indianapolis area and is not considering a return to full-time employment, but who knows, anything is possible.. Here's a look at some of the key changes. Please note our updated comment policy that will govern how comments are moderated. According to the Detroit Free Press he was a Marine, then a self-taught videographer who played bass on the side. What a shame. However, the partnership ended when WNDY was purchased by LIN TV Corporation, which also owned WISH-TV. Let's take a look back at TV broadcasters over the years and see how they have changed. Skip Navigation. Somesmiles are just too fake.She loved her work and one couldtell. In his Facebook post, Kopp says he will pursue other career opportunities in the Indianapolis area. Sorry to see Mary go, and Steve. The weekend cast of Nicole and Nicole was unbeatable. Morehead in the Facebookpost said her "troubling experiences" at the station robbed her of "the pure joy of the profession to inspire and give hope to others." Sueing the station is not going to get her job offers in Indiana. Follow IndyStar sports reporter Dana Benbow on Twitter: @DanaBenbow. She also contributed to the programs "Indiana Outdoors" and "The Good Life.". Other stations included in this network were WLWT in Cincinnati, WLWC (now WCMH-TV) in Columbus, WLWA (now WXIA-TV) in Atlanta and WLWD (now WDTN) in Dayton. INDIANAPOLIS Former WTHR anchor and reporter Jill Ditmire has passed away at the age of 56. By 2002, WTHR beat WISH in all news timeslots and changed its slogan to "Indiana's News Leader". Meet the WHAS11 Team | Louisville, KY | whas11.com In March 2016, he was moved from the station's early-morning program to focus on "other tasks.". You'll make the big time someday Nicole. Scheduling and workplace adjustments during treatment were made difficult by management. "Dude you were in the background of every 2 hour delay and school closing for my entire life," one viewer wrote on Facebook about WISH-TV's Dave Barras' retirement. If the reason for her firing is true, the station is right for choosing credibility over popularity. The one they should fire is Anne Marie Tiernon. I'm done with you. Nicole was great and I will miss her. Very sad news to share. Meet the WTHR Team | wthr.com Her TV career started as an anchor/reporter for the ABC and NBC affiliates in Joplin, Missouri. 13News Reporter - @JohnDoranTV. I think that is ridiculous that Nicole would be fired for a similar story that another tv station had aired a few years ago! Hard Knocks to showcase Colts for first in-season episodes, Republic sues flight school students over deal for reduced tuition, Investors wary as Elanco pins hopes on new products, Robotics curriculum initiative targets younger, nonwhite kids. Through a lawyer, Pearce responded to the IndyStar, saying she had no comment at this time other than "WTHR made changes to its traffic operations" and she can stillbe heard on WFMS. To Anonymous: If you were a news anchor like you claim, it's obvious you have a green eyed monster rearing its ugly head, as both Nicole Pence and Teresa Tanoos were why I watched WTHR in the first place. Heres how it got the story. The journalist said her faith has been paramount in getting through the experience, especially since the lawsuit gained public attention. Skip Navigation. After leaving Channel 13, Jill went on to own a wine shop on Mass Ave and later featured artist and musicians through a program called "Curious Mix" at WFYI. We need the truth. This is very disappointing. In 2009, Flye founded a not-for-profit organization, Wings to Flye Inc., focused on youth empowerment. Pearce, who grew up in Martinsville and is a 1986 Butler University graduate, came to WTHR in 2002 as the Sunrise team traffic anchor. Condolences to her friends and family. Keep in mind, too, a producer was also fired, so there may be something to all of this. Jill was one of Indy's biggest arts, food, and entertainment . I'm not sure where they found the weather reporter that is now on there, but she doesn't have the personality to be a weather anchor. Advance Indiana, LLC. Very sad news to share. She was a great reporter and I feel bad for her. and after the firing of Ann on national TV and not Matt, I will not watch it again until he is fired!!! "In my mind I know I dont have to go back to work, but I still cant comprehend it," he said. Sad to see her go always appreciate TV journalists who are actually out and about doing reporting and dont just sit in front of a monitor and read whats on it like the WTHR evening anchors do. Join the thousands of business and community leaders and Indiana residents that choose IBJ as their primary local news source. Paul, Minn., to launch a new 7 p.m. newscast. Can't believe the wthr made that move. One of the original WKY gang who migrated to Tampa in 1957, Ken spent 12 years at Big 13, eventually becoming . She also cited other journalists who served as her inspirations throughout her career, saying she hopesshe had a similar impact as a "positive mentor" to interns and young journalists she has worked with. Morehead's lawyerTerrance Kinnard alleges she suffered unlawful and discriminatory actions in the lawsuit. Allison Carter is Facebook editor at IndyStar. My name is Matthew Fultz and storytelling is my passion. Amid this instability in ownership, WLWI found the going rather difficult. The suit, however, was filed too late to prevent WLWI from signing on. As for WTHR, YOU SUCK! Other material must be reorganized into appropriate categories of articles. I enjoyed watching both Nicole's. "I pray you couldnt see or feel the pain that was real and emotionally consuming and exhausting," she wrote in the open letter. The only response came fromWTHR General Manager Michael Brouder statinghewas unable to comment on pending litigation. Kopp's departure comes weeks after former WTHR reporter Jeremy Brilliant announced that he was leaving journalism. Tegna is a huge fail in my book. Fairbanks claimed that the FCC had erred in awarding the last VHF license in Indianapolis to a company based in Cincinnati when there were viable potential licensees in Indianapolis. Im ready to do some new things. She was first on the scene for a number of violent tornadoes, providing real-time, life-saving information to those in need. After 33 years with WTHR, Kopp announced in Januarythat he was leaving the station to pursue other opportunities. As a result, today is my last day on the station," she wrote, next to a photo of her with the quote: "She is clothed in strength and dignity and she laughs without fear of the future. Nominate a company for IBJs exclusive ranking of fastest-growing privately held companies by March 1st. No specific dollar amount is mentioned in the lawsuit.