Happy Friday to all who celebrate!
In this week’s edition of stories we didn’t report this week for one reason or another we see some sturm und drang rising up in Tucson over the reporting of a policeman’s death and the lawsuit attached. We also see that no matter how far one runs away from local news, there will always be someone who criticizes you for how you look.
Revolving Door:
After seven years of gracing television screens across the Tennessee Valley, WAFF 48’s Haley Baker is stepping back as the full-time morning anchor. Click here for more.
Shop Talk:
Louisiana investigators say they’re now convinced the death of sports reporter Adan Manzano may have been part of a scheme that goes back years. Here’s that story.
Former Houston anchor Dominique Sachse is shutting down haters coming for her looks and her marriage. Donning a new hairstyle with long extensions—a recent departure from her signature short strands—the KPRC 2 alum took to her Over 50 & Flourishing podcast to address hate comments that she’s received and offer advice to her viewers on how to cope if they too find themselves targeted by mean-spirited remarks online. Click here for the story.
In Hampton Roads, WTKR honors its history-making female journalists on its 75th anniversary. Becky Livas was the first Black female television news reporter in Hampton Roads. The glass ceiling she shattered paved the way for more barrier-breaking women at WTKR News 3. Click here for the story.
From Poynter: Democracy needs a free press, and a free press needs support — here’s how everyday people can help defend it.
KVOA in Tucson reported on a story (click here) about a man suing the police, after an officer crashed into his car during when the officer was responding to reports of a man smashing windows. The officer later died and the man who sued was charged with his death.
Nicholas William Skitzki, the man charged with the death of Tucson Police officer Adam Buckner last year, has filed a lawsuit against the City of Tucson and the Tucson Police Department. The lawsuit alleges negligence and seeks damages for the injuries and damages Skitzki sustained from the crash.
