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CBS Philadelphia Anchor Jim Donovan Announces Retirement, Final Broadcast Set for Dec. 19

He says the pre-dawn schedule has taken a toll, leading to a personal choice to retire.

Overview

  • The longtime morning and noon anchor revealed his plans on Wednesday, closing a 39-year broadcast career that includes more than two decades at CBS Philadelphia and 15 Emmy Awards.
  • CBS Philadelphia will run special on-air tributes during his final week, Dec. 15–19.
  • He joined the station in 2004 as the "On Your Side" consumer reporter and became morning anchor in 2016, helping to relaunch and grow the newscast.
  • His path to Philadelphia began with an internship at WWOR-TV and roles at CNBC, WGHP in North Carolina, and WBNS in Ohio, with notable coverage including Pope Francis’ 2015 visit.
  • Station president and general manager Kelly Frank praised him as a "Philadelphia institution" for his advocacy and community connection, which has included LGBTQ+ event involvement.