Additionally, she has been keeping central Iowa ahead of the ever-changing weather for nearly 20 years. "He sent a picture of himself at the gym with his shirt off, flexing in themirror. He said large portions of his followers are young people. And to say 'coon' in association with his name is deplorable and unacceptable," said Richard McCollough President of Rochester Association of Black Journalists. That ("coon") was not a word I said, I promise you that. While pursuing her National Weather Association Seal, she has earned three Emmy nominations for her special reports. Brown arrives in the Twin Cities after working for a station in Madison, Wisconsin. Metinkas average salary is $82,543 per year. "It is beyond unacceptable that this occurred. Meteorologist Trey Fulbright will help viewers plan their weekends with an accurate forecast on KCCI 8 News This Morning: Weekends. He was also with CBS Local 2 before joining Hey SoCal this year. ", "Because I was young, I guess, I didn't mind it," the teen said. He is our new part-time meteorologist. KCCI news director Dave Busiek declined Monday to answer questions about the reason for Scaglione's departure and whether he was fired or left voluntarily. KCCI meteorologist Anne Campolongo moves to weekdays for "KCCI 8 News at Noon" and "KCCI 8 News at Five." Campolongo came to KCCI in September 2021 after working in Medford, Oregon, for. "You know, it was a thing. I wanted to take this time to explain our side of the story. He was his high school's homecoming king. No way. On Sunday, several Twitter accounts posted allegations thatScaglione, 26, has used social media to pursuesexual relationships withboys younger than 18. KCCI Chief Meteorologist Kurtis Gertz announced that he is retiring from the station. "I think it's cool that I am reaching these younger, nontraditional consumers," Scaglione told a Register reporter in November 2016. The teensaid he repeatedly told Scaglione he was 17. Metinka stands at a height of 5 ft 6 in (Approx. He said Scaglione sent one photo, but he doesnt recall it as suggestive. Susan Stapleton is the entertainment editor at The Des Moines Register. "But I guess Ive experienced some of the same things that other folks say theyve experienced with just kind of random Snapchats that didnt really align with what our existing relationship was." The teenalleges Scaglione sent him a message asking him to come over to his house. Slater is stepping back from broadcast for a different job. ADVICE:Don't hand your kid an iPhone without these controls. Her love for weather began when she saw her first tornado as a young girl growing up in Guthrie Center. Chris Gloninger Chief Meteorologist. He did not return multiplephone messages Sunday and Monday. The estimated net worth of Metinka is $801,546. While her regular viewers and followers are loathe to see her go, they are happy about the well-deserved advancement in her career. Metinkas passion for science led her to acquire her Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology from Iowa State University. Months later, Kelley revealed the family had gotten toxicology results back confirming that her mothers cause of death was connected to the diabetes and heart disease Kim battled for years. Jason Sydekjo KCCI News and Career Jason is a five-time Emmy nominated weather anchor who joined The KCCI 8 news storm Team n January 2015. She has, however, not shared information about her parents and\or siblings. One of them recalled questioning the age difference between her friend and Scaglione but eventually decided to give up trying to convince him to cut off the relationship. 930930 158 comments 40 shares Share If you did feel that it hurt you in any way, I sincerely apologize," said Kappell, flanked by his wife, Lisa, in a four-minute video statement he posted Monday evening on his Facebook page. She had a short stint as a staffing specialist at a firm for the next two years. Erik Wheater, a WHO-TV reporter who anchors the Saturday and Sunday morning news shows, was arrested early Friday for drunk driving. The American Meteorological Society-certified meteorologist began her career at WOI-TV in Des Moines, where she worked until 2002. Please keep my family in your prayers. Sadly, the weatherwoman is stepping back from KCCI and leaving Iowa. Areas in northern and southern Minnesota have been receiving the calls this week. Her social media followers would be aware that her mother, Kim Kelley Moody, passed away suddenly on March 17, 2021. Isaac Hamletcovers arts, entertainment and culture at the Des Moines Register. Satre, a central Iowa native who grew up in Ogden, previously worked at WHBF-TV in the Quad Cities. Ill always be your baby bunny rabbit. Metinka Slater has spent over a decade of her career bringing the latest weather updates to Iowa residents. Anthony Giampolo, a spokesman for West Des Moines police, said:"We will not discuss or disclose any information related to your inquiry, as it may jeopardize future or ongoing investigations.". This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: KCCI weather desk now features two new meteorologists in Des Moines, KCCI weather desk now features two new meteorologists in Des Moines. She has worked as a journalist for many years. Heitshusen, who allegedly had bloodshot eyes and slurred speech, was taken to the Polk County Jail and charged with drunken driving. Kappell concluded the video by asking viewers to withhold judgment. Riley O'Connor will be the new KCCI 8 News This Morning meteorologist. Fulbright a recent Iowa State University grad who studied meteorology, journalism, and mass communication worked part time at KCCI since May 2021. Slater wrote in the post. Slater joined KCCI in 2006, and has been an integral part of Storm Team 8 for 16 years. "As our great teacher tells us: Judge not lest thou be judged. Located in Brussels, Belgium her work focused largely around the European Union. 2023 www.desmoinesregister.com. She helped raise $3,000 towards cancer research. Fulbright a recent Iowa State University grad who studied meteorology, journalism, and mass communication worked part time at KCCI since May 2021. CBS News New York: Free 24/7 News CBS New York App The shooting happened shortly before 8 p.m. Friday. Sadly, the weatherwoman is stepping back from KCCI and leaving Iowa. "He just kept sending them to me and sending pictures of him without a shirton. The changes will take effect on-air at the beginning of July. ", More:KCCI reporter Chris Gothner departs the Des Moines television news station. He even offered uphis owncar to use for prom. Hearst Television's CBS affiliate KCCI Des Moines, Iowa, today promoted Storm Team 8 Meteorologist Jason Sydejko, a member of KCCI Storm Team 8 since 2015, to its KCCI 8 News This Morning. KCCI News Director. KCCI news anchor Chris Gothner reports in front of Air Force One in Cedar Rapids on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020, as President Donald Trump visits with Iowa leaders after a derecho on Aug. 10. By the time she earned her BFA in television and broadcast journalism, with minors in peace studies and sociology, in 2016, she had completed internships and media jobs at organizations like NBC News, World Animal News, and Ryan Seacrest Foundation. (Erik Wheater Via Youtube/Polk County Sheriff's Office). Also Read: Dawn Stevens Leaving Fox 9: Where Is the Minneapolis Anchor Going? Wheater was pulled over early Friday because his vehicle did not have a front license plate. Thunderstorms, tornadoes, lightning alerts and snow advisories the expanded meteorologist desk at KCCI 8 now includes five full-time meteorologists to cover all things severe weather in central Iowa. Meadows comes to Minnesota from California. 2023, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of KCCI-TV. Meteorologist Frank Scaglione is no longer an employee of KCCI-TV, an executive at the Des Moines station said. Metinka is a woman of average stature and stands at a height of 5 ft 6 in (Approx. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (CBS Local) -- A TV meteorologist who was fired after being accused of using an on-air racial slur said he simply "jumbled" his words during the broadcast. We. They join meteorologists Chris Gloninger and Jason Sydejko. A heartfelt thanks to all those who have been supporting us. Some parts of the state are reporting more than nine inches. She has lost her mother and grandfather and the pandemic has kept her away from her loved ones in California. Satre, a central Iowa native who grew up in Ogden, previously worked at WHBF-TV in the Quad Cities. Dawn Stevens Leaving Fox 9: Where Is the Minneapolis Anchor Going. Some new viewers who were caught unawares want to know more about who Kelley Moodys family is and her background. A woman who identified herself as his grandmother said Monday in a phone interview that she did not know how to contact her grandson. Fulbright is a recent graduate of Iowa State University where he studied meteorology, journalism, and mass communication. Evan hails from Jefferson, Iowa. Thats why her recent announcement came as a shock to KCCI viewers. Shes now heading back home, but has no new career plans so far. One of the teenagers suffered life-threatening injuries in the incident. He is a familiar face to central Iowa viewers, having worked part-time at KCCI since May 2021.As part of the additions to the team, KCCI Meteorologist Anne Campolongo will move to weekdays for KCCI 8 News at Noon and KCCI 8 News at Five. Bullington, 22,said he and Scaglione connected on Twitter two or three years ago over their interest in social media and cars. It wasn't until late Sunday when he saw other allegations on Twitter that the teensaid he realized Scaglione's interactions with others had progressed beyond messages. Summer Evans, a spokeswoman for Waukee police, said Tuesday the department is aware of the allegations being made on social media regarding Scaglione and that the claims are being examined. No suspects have been identified in the incident. The teensaid their conversation started with Scaglione asking if he'd like to start a Snapchat streak, a term that means sending messages back and forth to each other daily without stopping. Fortunately for her social media followers, she had a few answers. Slater joined KCCI in 2006, and has been an integral part of Storm Team 8 for 16 years. One accuserisa 17-year-old student at Southeast Polk High School. "These words have no place on News10NBC's air, and the fact that we broadcast them disheartens and disgusts me," he wrote. I was uncomfortable.". "I know some people did interpret that the wrong way. Asked whether anybody had ever reported Scaglione's conduct to police or whether police had investigated him, Sgt. Metinka holds an American nationality and belongs to the white ethnicity. 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