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Scripps AI Push Triggers Local News Cuts | San Antonio News
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E.W. Scripps shocks the media world with 268 layoffs across 12 TV stations, including KRIS 6 in Corpus Christi, as it aggressively pivots to an AI-powered newsroom for its streaming platforms. The cuts span producers, photographers, and on-air talent — sparking outrage and debate online. While reporter Drew Bishop vows to stay human-driven, emphasizing his hands-on reporting amid crises like the water emergency, critics fear this move erodes local journalism’s soul. Supporters see it as survival in a changing media landscape — but the future of community news hangs in the balance.
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