Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. Even then, Beamer strove to report the news, not just read it off the teleprompter. The morning show anchor says she's thankful for her time at News 4 San Antonio with the team she's had; she joined the Sinclair station in 2018. WESH 2 News Anchor Pregnant Changes Dies -. What did I miss? The longtime 5pm TV news anchor says Tuesday was her last day on the air. It brought my priorities into laser focus. I need to be present for all of it. She will oversee operations, guiding news judgement not only through television but ever-evolving digital platforms. Randy Beamer back when he sported an Anchorman-worthy mustache. . Her coverage included breaking news, hurricanes, high school football, and other news stories. Most recently she filled in for Ursula Pari this week, anchoring the noon and 5. Don Harris is the Emmy award-winning weekday Sports Anchor and Sports Director for News 4 San Antonio. - Isis Romero exits KSAT 12 after more than a decade, - San Antonio's Phil Anaya opens up about fatherhood and KENS 5 career, - Claudia Garofalo shares details on her sudden exit from WOAI-TV. Have a news tip? Harris praised Beamer as a genius and a dry wit who genuinely cares about getting the story and not being the story, whether its about politics on both sides of the border, conflicts foreign and domestic, or just that beat-up old ice house on the outskirts of town. Team News 4 San Antonio News Director Mandi Mendoza shares the impact Del Cid had on viewers. Have a tip? Beamer later parted ways with another San Antonio TV news fixture the News 4 downtown studio when News 4 moved to the KABB building in 2014 after the Sinclair Broadcasting Group purchased WOAI-TV. Our time here is not guaranteed. Simone De Alba is an American Journalist currently working for News4 in San Antonio, Texas. February 13, 2017. "Love this lady. | @kristina_coble, South Texans want to know who's behind the 'Booty Patrol' truck, Texas mom accused of killing her children has history of violence, 'Naked and Afraid' lets San Antonio mom show off survival skills, Costco to open first $15M store in Central Texas this March, Former Boerne QB investigated for allegedly sharing XFL plays, Rooftop bar Cowboys and Cadillacs to grace downtown New Braunfels, PHOTOS: Massive alligator spooks locals along a South Texas road, Video shows drunk driver try to flee crash that killed Texas cop, Residents curious about 'U.S. News 4 San Antonio anchor Randy Beamer shares look-alike photo on social media, Look inside historic $2.3 million King William home. He will retire with his farewell newscast at 10 p.m. Friday on WOAI-TV. And while viewers should tune in Friday for Beamers parting words, the affable anchorman just couldnt resist giving his own spin on that classic Ron Burgundy signoff. You sent me a coupon for free bread in our welcome gift, and I named my cat after you. In search of vegan food, I found a world-class Mendocino inn, Escape to Long Beach, Washington before the summer crowds, Snag an Apple Watch charger at its lowest price in 30 day, This customizable 'Star Wars' lightsaber kit is 57% off on Amazon, You can pick up a jumbo salad spinner for $15 at Amazon right now. Actually, saying she loves to hike is a little pedestrian for her. You can also catch her reports on the weekends. 4335 NW Loop 410 San Antonio, TX 78229 San Antonio's first TV station, signed on Dec. 11, 1949. Its not news, Beamer said. She writes all things holidays, TV, dogs, dating and everything in between. Beloved News Anchors From San Antonio's Past By San Antonio Current Staff While Randy Beamer, Deborah Knapp, Steve Spriester, Ursula Pari and so many other household names continue to hold it. Greg Pollak announced on January 12, 2022 that he left the weather department of Sinclair Broadcast Group stations News 4 San Antonio WOAI and FOX 29 KABB. While I love Natural Bridge Caverns, I also highly suggest the Caverns of Sonora located near Sonora, Texas on I-10. Perhaps the Haight's most famous resident, Manny the Hippie, the De Alba's San Antonio debut happened in early December which you can watch above. High adrenaline. In 1893, he tapped architect, A midcentury Alamo Heights home recently listed for $2.1 million was once home to one of San Antonio's most-distinguished military leaders, according, An 8,800-square-food Terrell Hills mansion built for now-retired AT&T Senior Executive Vice President Richard G. Lindner and his wife has hit the, Members of San Antonio's Ukrainian community gathered with elected officials and others Thursday in front of City Hall for a candlelight vigil, What good is it to live in Mad Men-style home without a chance to engage in some serious leisure? Hopefully I won't injure myself. But when life pitches a curve ball - you keep playing the game. De Alba left FOX 40 KTXL Sacramento in November after four years with the Nexstar station (formerly Tribune owned). News 4 San Antonio anchor Randy Beamer is retiring Friday after more than 40 years in TV news, more than 30 years of that with News 4. Just be you., rguzman@express-news.net | Twitter: @reneguz. On ExpressNews.com: Veteran news anchor Randy Beamer did the weather. When shes not chasing the big stories, shes chasing her furry family member, Kayna, her German Shepherd. If you find out, give me a holler. ", This is a carousel. We have been so incredibly blessed to live in San Antonio. KRTV Great Falls, Montana was the start of De Alba's television journalism career where she served as a morning anchor. Don was recently honored with the. I think of it as living here in this community and pointing out some of the problems we need to work on, but also celebrating all of the things we have., On ExpressNews.com: News 4 San Antonio anchor Randy Beamer shares look-alike photo on social media. News 4 San Antonio saw major TV shake-ups with the retirement of Randy Beamer (left) and the sudden departures of Cleto Rodriguez (middle) and Delaine Mathieu (right) Courtesy If you've been a. About the only major shakeup to Beamers unflappable presence on the nightly news was in 1997, when he shocked viewers by doing the unthinkable: shaving his mustache. Greg Pollak announced on January 12, 2022 that he left the weather department of Sinclair Broadcast Group stations News 4 San Antonio WOAI and FOX 29 KABB. "I'd like to take a moment to say goodbye and tip my hat to my friend and colleague meteorologist Greg Pollak," WOAI chief meteorologist Chris Suchan posted to Facebook. "I missed meeting new people every day. When he posted the news of his impending retirement late last month on his Facebook page, @randy.beamer, hundreds of well-wishers thanked him and gave him virtual hugs and thumbs-up for his work. Delaine Mathieu has announced on Facebook and YouTube that she is gone from News 4 San Antonio WOAI newscasts after 16 years with the station. Simone De Alba has taken over for Irene Cruz on News 4 San Antonio WOAI and will sit along side Alamo City legend Randy Beamer on the Sinclair station's 10pm newscast. There are no promises. News Anchor. "Irene Cruz came to San Antonio two years ago on a mission to create stories. No stranger to physical endurance, De Alba grew up in Colorado and loves to hike. History [ edit] The station first signed on the air on December 11, 1949, as WOAI-TV. Rodriguez and Matheiu's departure come just days from Randy Beamer's retirement from the industry on March 5.The news legend read his final news script on Friday. 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News 4 San Antonio adds new on-air talent and news director to team, More than 21K CPS Energy customers lose power due to storms, S.A. area pelted with large hail, heavy wind in overnight storm, Kristina Coble is a digital producer for MySA. She adjusted to changes in the business, and after leaving the anchor desk, went back out on the field, becoming an investigative and medical reporter and producer at the station, most recently hosting a weekly show called "Healthy Texas." "The Industry is in constant change. I will miss Randy & Delaine more than words can eloquently explain. She has a passion for journalism and telling stories. Listing for: Sinclair Broadcast Group. Though hes been the face of News 4 San Antonio for more than 30 years, Randy Beamer says hes always felt more comfortable behind the camera. I've accepted an evening anchor opportunity at News 4 San Antonio, WOAI - the city's NBC affiliate. And here, I am tired enough writing this post. De Alba had been the morning anchor for KTXL since 2015. We both started working with the News 4 morning team at the same time. You never know when the people you love most will be taken from you. At the time, Beamers hair-free lip was such a big deal that KMOL even whipped up a computerized image of Beamer sans stache for its market research. It was an amazing ride! Booty Patrol' truck spotted in South Texas, Police: North Texas mother arrested after stabbing her 5 children, killing 3, San Antonio woman shows strength of single moms on 'Naked and Afraid', Kyle to open first Costco Wholesale this March, Former Boerne quarterback allegedly gave plays to other XFL teams, A one-of-a-kind Hill Country rooftop bar will be a cowboy's dream, Massive alligator shocks South Texas locals in Atascosa County, 6 Cabo hotels for your spring break vacation. Mathieu did not mention this or explain the reason for her sudden departure. She currently serves as an Evening Anchor. It brought my priorities into laser focus. I want to be awake for all of it. Yes, San Antonio viewers had a fair share of anchors and reporters they said goodbye to, there were new faces on local airwaves, including the addition of newcomers Troy Kless, Erica Ross and Johnathan Cotto to the San Antonio news scene. Over the past couple of weeks, the station has added new reporters, multimedia journalists, and a new meteorologist to the newsroom with more on-air talent on the way. "Alexis is going to be deeply missed, especially by me. Another shakeup you may have noticed is reporter Alicia Barrera has been spotted frequently on the anchor desk. Irene Cruz leaves News 4 San Antonio WOAI. Perhaps most importantly, a San Antonio native is now at the helm of the NBC affiliate, giving direction and a new perspective on how the TV station can better serve its community. While Randy Beamer, Deborah Knapp, Steve Spriester, Ursula Pari and so many other household names continue to hold it down on our local news stations, we know that San Antonio is very much about nostalgia and being borderline obsessed with local news personalities. WOAI owner Sinclair Broadcast Grouphas been in the news this week announcing it was reducing its workforce by approximately 5% which amounts to more than 550 employees due to the pandemic. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. Covering a Bandidos funeral back when he was with KENS as gang members shoveled dirt on a casket. Thank you so much San AntonioStay tuned for whats next". Beamer turned heads again a few years later when he married KSAT-TV anchor Ursula Pari in 2000. You are a true inspiration and an amazing person., Thank you for your dedication, wisdom and witty sense of humor that made so many of us big fans of your work, Charity McCurdy McMenamin wrote. All this is why it's time for me to take a step back from my news career, and spend as much time as possible with my family and caring for my family. I want to thank @News4SA and @KABBFOX29 for a wonderful 9yrs in news! The Normal, Ill., native first hit the Alamo City market in 1983 at KENS-TV, but he is best known for his three decades of service with News 4, going back to 1989 when the NBC affiliate rocked the call letters KMOL and Beamer rocked a mustache that would give Ron Burgundy anchorman envy. I didn't need to be. I was so nervous to tell them my decision. News 4 San Antonio adds new anchor to morning and noon broadcasts Kristina Coble 1/3/2022 A new face has joined the morning team at News 4 San Antonio. Martinez will join Simone De Alba at the anchor desk for the. . Born and raised in San Antonio, Torres joins the NBC affiliate from KRIS 6 News in Corpus Christi where she spent more than three years as a multimedia reporter and anchor. The longtime 5pm TV news anchor says Tuesday was her last day on the air. News 4 San Antonio WOAI morning and midday newscast anchor Alexis Del Cid announced she's leaving the station Thursday, August 12, 2021 to move to the Midwest to take care of her father. Call the tip hotline at 210-442-6397. "To my co-anchor, [Randy Beamer], who is both my best friend at work and my auxiliary dad," Cruz posted on her goodbye Facebook message. Email us at newsdesk@news4 See more 667,484 people like this He has also served as the TV play by play voice of UTSA Football and "Thursday Night Lights," a local live high school football broadcast. "I know there's a few things that I really want to try in San Antonio, which I actually made a list, and one of them is Natural Bridge Caverns," De Alba told co-anchors Beamer and, Mayde Gomez joins FOX 29 San Antonio KABB. "Immediately I cried at the thought that her humorous, fun-loving self would no longer be in the studio, but I understood. Jessica Headley will move from Fox News First to join co-anchor Ryan Wolf on Fox. Susan Wright (born 1976), convicted murderer. I would have done the same. She's helped me grow as a producer and as a person," Rodriguez tells MySA. Jury takes an hour to reach verdict over deal at Port S.A. Heres why it hailed through the Alamodome last night. When not anchoring, De Alba will be working on special projects reports for 5, 6 and 6:30 pm WOAI newscasts. San Antonio is going to miss you," Nirenberg shared on social media. The University of California, Irvine grad interned for KNSD San Diego and WBBM Chicago. "Its just tough to say goodbye. Yet for all those career highlights, Beamer spoke just as fondly of more up-close-and-personal stories. "My dad being diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease has been a life-changing catalyst. News 4 San Antonio saw major TV shake-ups with the retirement of Randy Beamer (left) and the sudden departures of Cleto Rodriguez (middle) and Delaine Mathieu (right). Such a great story-teller. She followed her TV news work with a daily 15 mile run. This comes after the much hyped news that San Antonio TV news veteran, and Mathieu's co-anchor, Randy Beamer retired from WOAI. "I want to be awake for all of it. I'm going to be painting a lot and probably drinking some wine and chillaxing the rest of my days. Sports on TV for March 5. They are wonderful and understand family is everything. He was honored at the Sports Emmy awards ceremony for his career accomplishments and community service for more than 25 years. I need to get my mom and dad closer to some key resources and networks of support that it looks like we will need to care for my father as the Alzheimer's progresses. Call the tip hotline at 210-442-6397. The big anchor change happened in November while I was on blogging break. Comments about Nosler Custom Competition Bullets 22 Caliber (224 Diameter) 69 Grain Hollow Point Boat Tail Box of 250. Diana Rocco is co-anchoring. Known for his "Where's Cleto?" I am super proud of her and wish her well. "He's moving on to the next chapter ahead in his career. Monica Navarro was part of Univision 41's anchor team in the 1980s. READ MORE: Emmy Award-winning San Antonio news legend Randy Beamer is retiringMathieu, who has been with the station for 16 years, gave no reason for her departure. He also plans to continue helping with charities. Full Time position. Have a news tip? Its not that big a deal when anybody in news moves on.. Love you ADC!". From babies to weddings, new faces, . In 1998 Harris started the Don Harris Golf Classic, a golf tournament benefiting numerous charities including the Arthritis Foundation and The Family Service Association, The Autism Treatment Center, S.A. These caves sit at the halfway point between San Antonio and Big Bend National Park. The Corpus Christ native joined WOAI around 2005 or so after working for WSVN Miami as the top rated "Today in Florida" anchor. Texas is my home. Elliot, who has been a CBS daytime anchor for about a year, had first shocked . Here's how he did. "Del Cid says she will be moving back to the Midwest to get her parents closer to key resources and networks of support for her dad as the Alzheimer's progresses. San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg, a former News 4 San Antonio intern, even went as far as to declare March 5 as Randy Beamer Day. His departure. News 4 San Antonio just lost three major TV personalities. Just not at 5:00 on news 4.". So for her, anchoring mornings at FOX 40 Sacramento was not enough activity. (I was looking for a better sports analogy, but I'll leave that to my amazing co-anchor, David Chancellor!). Here is partial transcript of what she said in the video announcement: "I'm going to keep watching. Cruz previously worked for KXTV Sacramento as an anchor and reporter. When I hit publish, I might go take a nap. ", Simone De Alba takes over for Irene Cruz News 4 SA WOAI. Then she competes in 50 mile endurance runs. 4335 NW Loop 410 San Antonio, TX 78229 San Antonio's first TV station, signed on Dec. 11, 1949. She is, at her core, daddy's little girl. So we're mourning and so many levels, but it is, it's fast paced and I'm going to slow down and I'm going to enjoy my girls and I'm going to enjoy my husband. Channel 4 News (TV Series 1982- ) - Full Cast & Crew - IMDb Edit Channel 4 News (II) (1982- ) Full Cast & Crew See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro Series Directed by Benny Dominguez . In search of vegan food, I found a world-class Mendocino inn, Escape to Long Beach, Washington before the summer crowds, Residents curious about 'U.S. Just before returning to her roots in the Alamo City, Torres worked for the City of Corpus Christi as a public information officer, but after a year outside of the newsroom, she quickly realized where her passion laid. That eye for highlighting the stories of San Antonio and South Texas has taken him around the nation and around the world. Chancellor told MySA he respects Del Cid's decision to leave to spend time with her family. I am so happy that my friend and her family will be happy. Her contributions were tremendous and we will miss our ray of sunshine in the morning, Mendoza tells MySA. (So) its not an end, its just a beginning.. Im overwhelmed and I cant thank people enough.. Simone De Alba Bio, Wiki. Have a tip? Lue was born in San Antonio, Texas but grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. Greg was such a great member of our team, so many laughs, good conversations and geez, he was right there for some crazy, historical weather over the past couple years! In 1989 when he joined News 4 as a weekend anchor, he told the Express-News the chance to report and anchor was the best of both worlds., On ExpressNews.com: WOAI-TV became San Antonio's first TV station 70 years ago today. During her time teaching in Nepal, De Alba was even at the Mount Everest base camp.