WCPO Anchors


  1. Kathrine Nero

    Kathrine Nero

    Kathrine Nero came to WCPO-TV in 1998 from her hometown Memphis, which is evident in her slight (at least she considers it slight) southern drawl.

    • Clyde Gray

      Clyde Gray

      Clyde is still going strong after more than 25 years of reporting and anchoring in Cincinnati and continues to be one of the most respected broadcast journalists working in the city.

      • Carol Williams

        Carol Williams

        Carol Williams anchors WCPO newscasts at 5,6, and 11. She considers herself lucky to have covered 21 years of news in Cincinnati, including the Bengals' trip to the Superbowl, Presidential debates and conventions, the Bearcats' trip to the Final Four, and uniquely Cincinnati events such as the WEBN Fireworks.

        • Brendan Keefe

          Brendan Keefe

          30-time Emmy winner Brendan Keefe was named Best Reporter by the Ohio Associated Press in 2011, and Best Photographer in 2012. He serves as Anchor and Chief Investigator for WCPO.

          • Tanya O'Rourke

            Tanya O'Rourke

            At the age of three, Tanya's family moved to Finneytown, where she lived until graduating from Finneytown High School. She attended the University of Tennessee and the University of Cincinnati, where she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

            1. Julie O'Neill

              Julie O'Neill

              A dedicated anchor for more than 20 years, Julie’s still “sitting” at the desk while “standing” for excellence in journalism. A reporter resolute to put “people first” (her motto), Julie has boldly and courageously pursued stories important to Greater Cincinnati and beyond, particularly in her new role as a member of WCPO-TV’s revered I-Team investigative unit.

              • Adam Marshall

                Adam Marshall

                Born and raised in Cincinnati, Adam Marshall calls his position at WCPO a dream come true.

                • Brian Yocono

                  Brian Yocono

                  Brian joins the 9 News team as an Anchor/MultiMedia Journalist. He brings with him more than 6 years of broadcast experience covering events throughout his home state of Maine.

                  • Larry Smith

                    Larry Smith

                    News anchor and Midwest native Larry Smith brings 25 years of global broadcast media experience to the 9 On Your Side team.

                    Weather Team


                    1. Steve Raleigh

                      Steve Raleigh

                      Emmy Award-winning meteorologist Steve Raleigh is WCPO-TV's Chief Meteorologist.

                      • Larry Handley

                        Larry Handley

                        Meteorologist Larry Handley joined the 9 News Forecasters in April of 1999.

                        • Sherry Hughes

                          Sherry Hughes

                          Sherry Hughes came to WCPO-TV in the fall of 2011

                          • Sarah Walters

                            Sarah Walters

                            Meteorologist Sarah Walters is so excited to return home to the Midwest and work at WCPO, the same station that she interned at in college!

                            Sports


                            1. John Popovich

                              John Popovich

                              Through the years, Cincinnati sports fans have grown to love John's style and unique perspective on sports.

                              • Dennis Janson

                                Dennis Janson

                                Curiosity, a love for language and reading, coupled with the ability to type 150 words a minute using all 10 fingers, are the underlying traits, skills and interests that Dennis has turned into a career spanning 35 years.

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                                Reporters


                                1. John Matarese

                                  John Matarese

                                  A veteran reporter and two-time Emmy Award winner, John is our Don't Waste Your Money consumer reporter.

                                  • Tom McKee

                                    Tom McKee

                                    Tom McKee has been with 9 News for 23 years, giving him a unique perspective on what's important to every area of the Tri-State.

                                    • Shannon Kettler

                                      Shannon Kettler

                                      Shannon Kettler first started at WCPO in 1996 as an intern from the University of Cincinnati.

                                      • Amy Wadas

                                        Amy Wadas

                                        Amy Wadas joined the 9 News team in July of 2012 as a Multimedia Journalist. You’ll find Amy submitting reports during the evening newscasts.

                                        • Mario Ramirez

                                          Mario Ramirez

                                          Mario became a 9 On Your Side Reporter in August of 2012.  As a Multimedia Journalist Mario is delivering news stories on multiple platforms across the Tri-State.

                                          • Hagit Limor

                                            Hagit Limor

                                            Hagit Limor serves as WCPO-TV's Emmy and national award-winning investigative reporter, but her journey began half a world away.

                                            Reporters


                                            1. Jay Warren

                                              Jay Warren

                                              Since Jay started at WCPO in June 2004, he has enjoyed serving and getting to know the people of the Tri-state.

                                              • Anthony Mirones

                                                Anthony Mirones

                                                Anthony (Tony) Mirones came to WCPO 9 News in January of 2004 to join our national award winning I-TEAM.

                                              • Scott Wegener

                                                Scott Wegener

                                                California-native Scott Wegener has worked in several television markets on both coasts before relocating to Cincinnati in 1986.

                                                • Bryce Anslinger

                                                  Bryce Anslinger

                                                  Bryce Anslinger joined the 9 News team in April of 2011. He and his wife Emily are happy to come home to the Tri-State after several years on the west coast.

                                                  • Kendall Herold

                                                    Kendall Herold

                                                    Kendall joined the 9 News team in February 2012 as a Multimedia Journalist. Kendall is excited to return to the Tri-State area after a few years down south.

                                                    • Jason Law

                                                      Jason Law

                                                      Jason Law joined 9 On Your Side in January 2013 as a investigative reporter with the I-Team.