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Los Angeles Times
5 days ago
- 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.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Issue Is: Alex Thompson and 'Original Sin'
LOS ANGELES - "Original Sin" by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson is the best-selling book in America this week, according to the New York Times. It's dominated the political conversation more than any other book has in years. Co-author Alex Thompson joins us this week on "The Issue Is:" to talk about what was really going on at the Biden White House, reaction to the book, and changes that are needed in the media going forward. "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch more episodes at
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
The Issue Is: Sen. Alex Padilla; Areva Martin and Jennifer Horn
Sen. Alex Padilla (D – Calif.) discusses President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office – from immigration to tariffs to his wildfire response. On a lighter note, Padilla also discusses the congressional baseball game and his love of baking. Then, "The Issue Is:" panel Areva Martin and Jennifer Horn debate Kamala Harris' reemergence on the national stage, President Trump's first 100 days, and Gov. Gavin Newsom's battle with Elon Musk. "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
The Issue Is Podcast: Sen. Alex Padilla; Areva Martin and Jennifer Horn
The Issue Is Podcast: The Issue Is is a weekly show that airs on FOX 11 Friday nights at 10:30 PM and on several stations throughout California. RELATED: Watch the broadcast version of this podcast We take on discussions and debates with top newsmakers about the most controversial and interesting issues impacting the state, hosted by FOX 11's Elex Michaelson. For showtimes and more information, go to Get breaking news alerts in the FOX 11 News app. Download for iOS or Android. The Issue Is Podcast contains the audio from the broadcast and often includes extended interviews of the guests we have on the show. The podcast is available on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Audioboom. Host Elex Michaelson also co-anchors FOX 11 News weeknights at 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. with Christine Devine. He co-hosts the "FOX 11 Special Report" with Marla Tellez weeknights at 6 p.m.
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
The Issue Is: Rob Bonta; Bob Shrum & Jessica Milan Patterson
This week, California became the first state in the country to sue the Trump administration over tariffs. With us to discuss: the Attorney General of California, Rob Bonta. We also talk about California's likely lawsuit over Americorps funding & his role (or lack thereof) in the Menendez case. Then, we welcome our panel from the USC Center for the Political Future: legendary Democratic strategist Bob Shrum & former California Republican Party chair Jessica Milan Patterson. They discuss the tariffs, immigration, and the future of the Democratic Party. Plus, we celebrate Bob Shrum's upcoming retirement as the Director of the USC Center for the Political Future. "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show.
