Reporter Dominique Leh Joined FOX 7 Austin
The Austin media market sees a talent shift as local news outlets adjust staffing levels.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Jobs — General
Reporter Dominique Leh has joined FOX 7 Austin following a three-year tenure at KXXV 25 News in Waco. The move follows broader industry consolidation that included recent layoffs at other television stations.
Why it matters
Local media markets are currently navigating significant staffing fluctuations as parent companies move to optimize their regional broadcasting operations. These shifts in personnel and station rosters influence the competitive landscape for local information and regional content coverage.
E.W. Scripps recently reduced its headcount by 200 employees across its local television division. This organizational change coincides with the regional movement of broadcasting talent across Texas stations.
The players
Dominique Leh
A broadcast reporter who recently transitioned from KXXV 25 News to FOX 7 Austin.
E.W. Scripps
A media company that owns and operates various local television stations across the United States.
Julieanna Jackson
A broadcast reporter who moved to FOX 7 Austin from KCEN 6 in August 2026.
The details
Dominique Leh joined FOX 7 Austin this week after departing KXXV 25 News in August 2026. This transition follows a period of consolidation within the local television sector, including E.W. Scripps’ recent decision to lay off 200 employees. Julieanna Jackson also recently transitioned to FOX 7 Austin from KCEN 6 as stations reposition their reporting teams.
Timeline
August 2023: Dominique Leh joined KXXV 25 News.
August 2026: Dominique Leh left KXXV 25 News.
September 2026: Dominique Leh debuted at FOX 7 Austin.
Market Landscape
The Austin broadcast market is undergoing a realignment of reporting talent amidst broader sector-wide personnel reductions. This activity follows the pattern set by the recent E.W. Scripps layoffs, which have forced local television stations to reorganize their newsroom resources.
Operators in the media and advertising sectors should monitor local reporting rosters to assess potential changes in audience engagement and content focus. These staffing trends reflect a wider pressure on regional outlets to manage headcount and operational costs.
The takeaway
Staffing cycles in broadcast media reflect the ongoing optimization of local news operations. Business leaders should track these personnel shifts as indicators of changing organizational focus within local media markets.
Further reading
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