Jennifer Keiper has joined NBC News Radio as a national news anchor following the end of CBS News Radio. Keiper spent six years with CBS before the network shut down its radio operation in May.
What We Know: Keiper joins iHeartMedia’s 24/7 News Network and NBC News Radio after CBS News Radio ended operations. Before joining CBS, she built an extensive radio résumé across Chicago and nationally. Keiper previously worked at WLS-AM 890, WBBM Newsradio, and Westwood One. She spent the previous six years with CBS News Radio before the company shuttered the network in May. Now, she’ll bring that experience to NBC News Radio as a national news anchor.
What They Said: “This summer has been a blast and I’ve had the opportunity to meet with friends, talk to new people and do things that I’ve only thought about doing … Seriously though, a wonderful opportunity has come my way and I have accepted an offer to be a National News Anchor at iHeart Media – 24/7 News Network (and) NBC News Radio.” -Jennifer Keiper
What Remains Unclear: Neither iHeartMedia nor NBC News Radio has detailed Keiper’s specific responsibilities or schedule. It’s also unclear when she’ll officially begin her new role with the network.
What It Means: Keiper’s move gives NBC News Radio another experienced voice with deep knowledge of the Chicago market and national news. Meanwhile, her arrival comes as iHeartMedia continues expanding its national news operation. For Keiper, the move provides a new platform after CBS News Radio’s closure ended her six-year run with the network.
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