DaLaun Dillard Joins KRIV Houston as Morning Anchor
Anchor shifts from Scripps station in Cleveland to Fox station in Houston
DaLaun Dillard has joined KRIV Houston, known as Fox 26, as morning anchor. He will co-anchor Houston’s Morning Show with Melissa Wilson weekdays from 7 to 10 a.m. He comes from WEWS Cleveland.
Fox owns KRIV and sister station KTXH in Houston.
“DaLaun is committed to reporting on a community's challenges and triumphs. He's personable, engaging and a great fit for Houston's Morning Show,” said Aaron Fernandez-Wische, KRIV VP of content and distribution. “We're excited for Houstonians to welcome DaLaun as part of their busy morning routines.”
Dillard was a weekday evening anchor at Scripps-owned WEWS Cleveland. Prior to that, he was an anchor at Hearst TV’s KETV Omaha, and was reporter/anchor at Nexstar Media Group’s WMBD in Peoria.
A graduate of Central Michigan University, he holds a bachelor of arts degree in communications and broadcast/cinema arts.
"I am honored for the opportunity to help Houstonians start their day,” Dillard said. “I am passionate about serving my local community so I cannot wait to get involved in this city that I already love, rich in culture, diversity and delicious food."
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