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Long time anchor Elex Michaelson exits Fox station KTTV
Long time anchor Elex Michaelson exits Fox station KTTV

Los Angeles Times

time05-08-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Los Angeles Times

Long time anchor Elex Michaelson exits Fox station KTTV

Elex Michaelson, veteran anchor of KTTV's evening and late night newscasts, is departing the station. A representative for KTTV parent Fox Television Stations confirmed Michaelson's plan to exit. which was described as amicable. Michaelson did not respond to a request for comment. People familiar with his plans who were not authorized to comment said the anchor was leaving for another position. Michaelson, 38, has been with the Los Angeles outlet since 2017. He co-anchored the 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. newscasts with Christine Devine and the 6 p.m. edition with Maria Tellez. Michaelson is also host and producer of the weekly statewide political talk show 'The Issue Is,' which airs on various TV stations throughout the state in addition to KTTV. He previously worked at Disney-owned Los Angeles station KABC-TV and XETV in San Diego. The Agoura Hills native's first job in broadcasting was as an intern at KTTV. Michaelson is a well liked figure in Los Angeles media circles. Some of that good will is due to his mother's baked goods, which are prepared on Thursday and given to guests at the Friday taping of 'The Issue Is.' Michaelson is the winner of eight local Emmy Awards, seven Golden Mics, and six L.A. Press Club awards including TV Journalist of the Year. While at KTTV, Michaelson organized and co-moderated debates for California governor, U.S. senator, L.A. mayor, L.A. county sheriff, and multiple congressional races. He also covered national politics for the station. Matt Hamilton contributed to this report.

Lauren Sanchez: Who is Jeff Bezos's fiancee as the pair's wedding in Venice approaches?
Lauren Sanchez: Who is Jeff Bezos's fiancee as the pair's wedding in Venice approaches?

Evening Standard

time23-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Evening Standard

Lauren Sanchez: Who is Jeff Bezos's fiancee as the pair's wedding in Venice approaches?

Lauren Sanchez is a Latina former news personality and helicopter pilot, who runs an aerial film production company called Black Ops Aviation. Before that, she was a well-known TV anchor and journalist on KTTV's Good Day LA and had further stints as a host on So You Think You Can Dance, Extra and Fox Sports. She has also starred in films including Fight Club, The Day After Tomorrow, Fantastic 4 and television show NCIS.

Fox 11 in LA Promotes Bob DeCastro to Morning Anchor
Fox 11 in LA Promotes Bob DeCastro to Morning Anchor

Yahoo

time03-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Yahoo

Fox 11 in LA Promotes Bob DeCastro to Morning Anchor

Fox 11 (KTTV) reporter Bob DeCastro has been promoted to co-anchor of Good Day LA, the station's morning news program. DeCastro will join the anchor desk for GDLA weekday mornings from 5 to 9 a.m. on Fox 11 and GDLA+, weekday mornings starting at 11 a.m. "Bob's promotion is a big win for the newsroom and for our viewers," said Bobbi Gearhart, VP of News, KTTV. "He brings unparalleled experience, deep community connection, and another dynamic energy to our morning team." DeCastro joined Fox 11 in 2004. Prior to his time in Los Angeles, he reported for Fox's WNYW-TV in New York City. He started his journalism career in San Diego after answering a newspaper ad for a cable TV reporter job. His path in journalism follows a distinguished first career in the U.S. Navy, where he served as a Lieutenant aboard a destroyer based in San Diego.

Overjoyed dad runs out of house after winning $5.4M lottery
Overjoyed dad runs out of house after winning $5.4M lottery

Yahoo

time15-05-2025

  • Business
  • Yahoo

Overjoyed dad runs out of house after winning $5.4M lottery

The Brief A dad in Michigan ran out of the house out of sheer joy after realizing he had won the lottery. He matched the winning numbers that would make his family up to $5.4 million richer. The dad, who asked to remain anonymous, said he will use the money to help the family. VAN BUREN COUNTY, Mich. (KTTV) - A wife and daughter turned to look at each other in confusion after dad ran out of their home and down the street. Turns out, their old man may have just made the family up to $5.4 million richer by winning the lottery! The backstory According to the Michigan Lottery, a 43-year-old man from Van Buren County found out he had won a winning lottery ticket worth about $5.46 million. The new left him feeling so excited that he made a beeline out of the family's home and ran down parts of the neighborhood. Meanwhile, back at the house, his wife was confused. "My wife didn't know what was going on, so my daughter said to her: 'I think dad just won the Lottery!' Winning a prize like this feels unreal and is still sinking in," the Michigan dad said, who asked to be anonymous in the Michigan Lottery website. He told lottery officials he bought it at a Speedway gas station on a whim. "When I saw the jackpot was over $5 million, I told my family: 'That money is going to be mine!'" he said. The dad told lottery officials that he will use the money on helping the family. There are millions of reasons to dream, especially what you would do with the jackpot money. However, one thing all lottery winners have to take into account is the fact that their prizes will be taxed. So how much do you really get after taxes? It depends on a couple of factors: do you have to pay state taxes where you live? Will you take the lump sum payment or the annuity payout? According to Mega Millions' website, those electing to take the annuity option get one immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments. Powerball follows an identical process for paying out its jackpot winners. RELATED:Powerball payout calculator: How much would you get after taxes if you won? The Source This report used information provided by the Michigan Lottery.

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