Allen Media Group is implementing a drastic restructuring that will lead to the layoffs of at least 50 local meteorologists from its 27 affiliated news stations. The company is shifting to a new format where weather news will be produced from The Weather Channel's Atlanta headquarters. Veteran meteorologist Carl Parker will lead this initiative. The layoffs have drawn attention as several local news anchors and meteorologists share their experiences on social media, highlighting the broader trend of budget cuts and changes in the television news industry.
Dayton said, "The television news business in general is changing nationwide and budget cuts are happening everywhere."
Amber Kulick wrote, "By now most of you have probably seen the chatter about Allen media letting local meteorologists go, well I am one that will be affected by this."
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