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Seattle TV beefs up thinned out investigative unit

   


After cutting Taylor Mirfendereski, losing Kristin Goodwillie and moving Suzannah Frame to News Director, KING 5 makes a move to fill the void with owner Tegna's help.  Andie Judson, an award-winning reporter at Tegna's Sacramento station will get her transfer papers to Seattle.

The key to this story is K5's renewed/continued commitment to investigative reporting, despite personnel changes and Nexstar being poised to buy the company.  Good sign.

https://x.com/i/status/2013451332582048136


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  1. IDC9January 27, 2026 at 4:41 PM

    Great to hear that KING has followed through and hired a new investigative reporter! Welcome to Seattle, Andie!

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