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Former Sppkane anchor who went network is OUT




Ana Cabrera, a WSU grad and former anchor at KHQ-TV in Spokane and later at CNN, has been cut from her daytime anchor position at MSNOW.    Her departure is connected to major program and schedule changes announced for June at the cable network.   Here are her comments.

“Throughout my career, I've always sought the best opportunities to do this work and have the greatest impact while staying true to myself and my mission as a journalist.

“That's what I've always done and what I will continue to do now, understand I am truly grateful for my time at MS NOW for my wonderful colleagues, my amazing team that works so hard every day, and for you, the viewers who put your trust in me to serve you through this most meaningful work.”

Link to the full story:

https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/msnow-morning-joe-lineup-changes-b2941218.html

Comments

  1. Mike BarerMarch 18, 2026 at 11:20 PM

    I certainly wish this fellow Coug the best of luck!

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  2. IDC9March 19, 2026 at 1:07 AM

    I'm sorry to hear that Ana won't be with MSNOW much longer. I wish her all the best in her future endeavors.

    As for MSNOW, they have cooked up quite a list of program and schedule changes that will be coming into effect. And they come right on the heels of a similar sweeping list of program and schedule changes only ten months ago. I hope their lineup stabalizes soon.

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  3. AnonymousMarch 19, 2026 at 12:36 PM

    This is very sad to hear, she’s getting the lifetime achievement award at WSU in two weeks.

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    1. IDC9March 19, 2026 at 3:17 PM

      Congrats to Ana on recieving that award. It has been well earned.

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