America Mourns A Legend

NBC News Washington Bureau Chief and Moderator of "Meet the Press", Tim Russert died Friday after suffering a heart attack. He was only 58 years old. According to several reports, Russert was recording voiceovers for Sunday’s “Meet the Press” broadcast when he collapsed. Russert's physician, Michael Newman, said cholesterol plaque ruptured in an artery, causing sudden coronary thrombosis. He joined NBC News in 1984. More on the life and legacy of Tim Russert as this story develops. Look for local talent reaction next week.

Goldklank Resignes

Randi Goldklank, the former general manager at Channel 7 who was arrested back in April, has resigned from her position at WHDH/WLVI. Goldklank released a statement which reads, "I have decided to resign my position at WHDH and WLVI to continue focusing on getting healthy. I appreciate the support I have received from Ed Ansin and my friends and colleagues at WHDH and WLVI. I look forward to returning to work in the broadcast industry in the near future.” Friday morning Ed Ansin, station owner and President of Sunbeam Television Corporation released a statement,"this has been an unfortunate circumstance. Randi Goldklank is a talented executive. We wish her great success." There is not word yet from the station on who will replace Goldklank.

Merrill Takes Over TV38

Starting Monday June 16, Kate Merrill will begin anchoring the TV 38 News at 9. In addition to anchoring at 9, Merrill will also report for WBZ News at 5 and 6. Kate is an Emmy-award winning journalist. Seh joined WBZ in 2004 after reporting for WNBC-TV in New York. Merrill is a native of Carlisle, Massachusetts.

Second Annual Health & Fitness Expo

Today 7News announced that they are once again partnering up with Partners HealthCare for the second annual Health and Fitness Expo. The goal is about keeping you and your family fit and healthy. The expo will be held on June 21st and June 22nd at the Boston Hynes Convention Center. For more information on who will be guest speaking and visiting the expo you can visit: http://www.bostonhealthexpo.com/

Another NESN Departure

We are learning that NESN's Sports Desk anchor Hazel Mae will be leaving the sports network at the end of the month when her contract runs out. She also hosted a popular Red Sox show called "Ulimate Red Sox Show." As you might remember back in February, Tina Cervasio left after failing to agree on a new contract. In a statement that Mae released today to the Boston Herald she says, "after four incredible and exciting years at NESN, I’ve decided now was the right time for me to make this difficult decision to leave."