The Houston Chronicle has named Renae Merle as its new business editor. A veteran journalist and newsroom leader, Merle brings more than two decades of experience covering and editing some of the most consequential stories shaping the nation. more

James Bright's tenure as general manager and editor of the Texarkana Gazette will end July 17. more

Morris Multimedia Southeast Georgia Group has named Pat Donahue regional executive editor for its Southeast Georgia group, where he will oversee newsroom operations and editorial direction across the company’s five community newspapers serving Bulloch, Bryan, Effingham, Liberty and Tattnall counties. more

After a year and a half at the helm of The Kerrville Daily Times — including leading the newspaper’s coverage of one of the community’s most devastating tragedies — the need to provide that same steady leadership and support to his family is calling John Wells back to Alabama. more

In a note to staff, Executive Producer for Global Video Production Samira Becirovic announced the addition of five new producers based in India who will help strengthen AP’s expansive visual journalism offering for customers and audiences around the world. more

Nick Tattersall has been named executive editor of Reuters, succeeding Simon Robinson as he departs for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation.  more

Chris Segal, a North Carolina native and former editor of The Sun News in Myrtle Beach, has been named executive editor of The State, succeeding Brian Tolley as leader of the Columbia, South Carolina, newsroom. more

USA TODAY, part of USA TODAY Co., Inc., announced Jennifer Hassan as its first royals reporter, leading coverage of the British royal family. Based in London, England, she joins USA TODAY from The Washington Post, where she spent a decade covering breaking news and major global events. more

As The Post and Courier, South Carolina's oldest and largest newspaper, continues to expand its presence throughout the state, Columbia publisher Bernie Heller will take on a new role in leading that charge. more

WV News, with journalism roots dating back more than 165 years, announced a new era Monday with President and owner Brian Jarvis announcing the promotion of Charles Young to editor. Jarvis also announced the promotion of Henry O’Brien to WV News sports editor. more

The Minnesota Star Tribune has named Cassidy Hettesheimer as its dedicated women’s sports reporter, reinforcing the newsroom’s commitment to covering the growing landscape of women’s athletics, including teams such as the Minnesota Lynx and Minnesota Frost.  more

In a memo to staff, Vice President and Head of Global Newsgathering Paul Haven announced that Mike Balsamo has been named U.S. News director. more

Bridget Sibthorp-Moecker, director of audience at BLOX Digital, announced on LinkedIn that she is expanding her commitment to the future of local media.  She wrote that she is stepping into a new chapter as interim head of audience growth and development for Lee Enterprises, while maintaining her role at BLOX Digital. more

The Venetoulis Institute for Local Journalism, which will acquire the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on May 4, announced today the leadership team that will guide one of the nation’s oldest and most respected regional newspapers. more

As the head of global media investment at Meta, Christine Lustig leads omnichannel investment strategy and governance across the company’s global media portfolio. Her work focuses on shaping media investment at scale and building modern frameworks that connect media to business outcomes. more

Nathan Bekke, president and interim chief executive officer, has been named president and chief executive officer of Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (NASDAQ:LEE). Concurrently, Josh Rinehults, vice president, interim chief financial officer and treasurer, has been named vice president, chief financial officer and treasurer. The board of directors unanimously approved both appointments. more

After nearly five years of transformative leadership, Robin Blinder will retire as editor-in-chief of Editor & Publisher (E&P) Magazine, marking the close of a significant chapter in the publication’s 140-year history. Blinder has served in the role since September 2022 and has been a key member of the organization for more than six years. more

Two new directors and one incumbent were named to The Associated Press board of directors, it was announced at the news cooperative’s annual meeting. more

Georges Media Group, Louisiana’s largest locally owned media company and publisher of The Times-Picayune | NOLA.com, The Advocate, The Acadiana Advocate, The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate, Arthur Hardy’s Mardi Gras Guide, Adore and Gambit, is pleased to announce the addition of Hank Stuever to The Times-Picayune and The Advocate as managing editor for enterprise journalism. more

Two longtime executives of Paddock Publications Inc., publisher of the Daily Herald and other print and online products, have announced their retirements. more