ODonnell attended San Francisco State University. I hope DOD resolves the slurred speech issue, & returns to KPIX-5 soon! ODonnell has anchored sports with KOVR in Sacramento and KFTY in Santa Rosa alongside his job at KRON. Longtime Bay Area TV sports figure Dennis O'Donnell is leaving KRON -TV (Channel 4) after 18 years to become sports anchor at KPIX (Channel 5). Source at KPIX on Dennis O'Donnell: "we'd just like to hear from him, that he's OK. We've not heard anything so yes, it's concerning.". They said Dennis is "on vacation" even though he's not really on vacation. The news falls on the heels of sex and embezzlement claims involving Tarantino's longtime friend and Marin County developer William McLaughlin. Some people close to the matter have gone out of their way to lie. People come and go in the news business all the time. AnonymousSeptember 1, 2021 at 10:00 AM - Alzheimer's is a MF, it's very often inherited and I know at least one of his parents were unfortunately struck down. Gang member gave 14-year-old permission to open fire on woman with AR-15 after fender-bender, DA alleges, PayPal is searching for a CEO who can reverse its $279 billion stock drop, Photos: I wore Disneylands new mix-and-match Toontown costumes with 1,000 combinations. Its a blue bar and it says Dennis ODonnell next with Sports Wrap. We have a right to know. in Radio/TV in 1982. 49ers spokesman Bob Lange said changing hosts was a joint agreement (with KPIX) to give the interviews a better dynamic going forward.. KPIX Anchorman Ken Bastida Retiring After 31 Years Another longtime face in Bay Area news media is leaving the anchor desk, and it's veteran KPIX anchor Ken Bastida. Before working for KPIX 5 News, he also worked as an executive sports producer at KRON-TV. I dont want to talk about clock. . The San Francisco local news scene is just a big bag of fuck. McLaughlin was recently stripped of his duties as volunteer chairman of the shrine after it was revealed he had an affair with a female office assistant whom police are investigating for possibly embezzling church funds. Of course, we shall not hold our breath. Is the Stanley Quencher tumbler worth its TikTok hype? He receives an annual salary of between $ 56,558 $ 96,184 per year according to KPXI 5 News anchors and reporters salaries. I don't remember Dennis Richmond having issues. Heres hoping that his vacation is permanent! I don't watch sports so I can't comment how widespread this is, but someone speculated it *might* be MS. It is also not known if Dennis has any siblings. Dennis ODonnell is Emmys award-winning journalist currently working at CBS 5 as the sports anchor and feature reporter. You owe it to us as your readers or something.What a sad time. She and Hackney. So for now, O'Donnell is officially "on vacation" although several of his collegues at PIX were worried about his whereabouts. You're welcome! Former TV news anchor Dana King has taken out papers to run in November for the Oakland City Council seat being vacated by Pat Kernighan. I hope CBS HQ is watching PIX's bumbling middle management, and eventually saying, "Enough with the contract complications! The key, Lange said, is that Coyle will be able to do the interviews face-to-face with Singletary at the 49ers team headquarters in Santa Clara. In addition, O'Donnell didn't anchor the weeknight sports segment at KPIX. She has been pursuing her sculpture art, teaching journalism at Dominican University in San Rafael and volunteering with the Alameda County Probation Department. And, indeed, Sokhom Mao of the Alameda County Juvenile Justice Commission and the Oakland Citizens' Police Review Board has announced for the race. Your catch could be featured on the 6pm newscast! 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September 22, 2010 at 3:25 p.m. Before working for KPIX 5 News, he also worked as an executive sports producer at KRON-TV. Horoscope for Wednesday, 3/01/23 by Christopher Renstrom, 'Zero visibility' conditions: All roads to Tahoe are closed, One of the largest movie theaters in SF to close permanently, Report: Matthew McConaughey has a massive Salesforce paycheck, 'Really cool sight': Rare waterspout forms in Northern California, My meal at this landmark SF spot was too expensive to be so bad, A different horse': Bay Area will likely continue to see rain, Man shot dead near San Francisco Ferry Building, 'Lady in the fridge' murder victim ID'd as Bay Area mother of 3, These East Bay gems are a haven for music lovers, 'Life threatening': Tahoe braces for massive blizzard, Snow shuts down over 70 miles of I-80 in Northern California, Alameda County Juvenile Justice Commission, How to score cheap flights (and mistake fares) in 2023, 6 Cabo hotels for your spring break vacation. Whooopee. ODonnell and Ron Longinotti, the KPIX general manager, did not return phone calls. His nine students have enjoyed the class so far. San Francisco Chronicle columnists Phillip Matier and Andrew Ross appear Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays. ODonnell earns an annual salary ranging between $ 45,000 $ 110,500. That sounds dubious. After a while of being unable to receive KRON, I finally can get the signal again. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator. @Malcolm Z.Someone's health/medical issues are none of the public's business no matter how much you bang your fist on the table. ODonnell stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches tall. Smith began wearing the encoded wristband against the Saints. Dennis O'Donnell Bachelor's Degree at San Francisco State University San Francisco, California, United States 5 followers 4 connections Join to connect KPIX-TV San Francisco State. Sell the script to me. Accidental overdose is more likely. The couple is blessed with three kids. In addition to the daily sportscast on KPIX 5 News Monday-Friday at 6 and 11 p.m. and Sunday-Thursday at 10 p.m. on The CW 44/Cable 12, O'Donnell hosts or has hosted KPIX 5 's NFL post-game show "The 5th Quarter," "49ers Preview," "Last Honest Sports Show," and the #1 rated Sunday night sports show, "Gameday" every Sunday night at 11:30 p.m. O'Donnell attended San Francisco State University, is married and lives in San Francisco. It also negates any formal gossip. Maybe Dennis, an avid angler, went on an extended fishing trip and didn't tell KPIX top brass. ODonnell offers instant feedback to his students with the energy of a football coach: Good eye contact, enunciation, projection, he reminded them. Before working for KPIX 5 News, he also worked as an executive sports producer at KRON-TV. McLaughlin had an office next to the bishop at archdiocese headquarters near St. Mary's Cathedral, the suit says. Im revisiting the basics of quality television that we sometimes take for granted and fall between the cracks.. Dennis O'Donnell has been a fixture in Bay Area sports broadcasting since 1982, having covered every major Bay Area sports team in their respective championship. This is a carousel. O'Donnell was executive sports producer at KRON and the sports anchor for the station's cable outlet, BayTV. They just don't want to disclose, out of concerns for "privacy" or some such nonsense. Is someone close to him ill. We have the team to do it. O'Donnell will be the sports anchor for KPIX's 6:30 and 11 p.m. "Eyewitness News" shows. He is a multiple Northern California Emmy award winner including Emmys for his. This comment has been removed by the author. Really? In August 2000, ODonnell joined the KPIX 5 News team and has been a fixture in sports broadcasting in the Bay Area since 1982, having covered every major sports team in their respective championships. Like a lot of Oakland neighborhoods, the San Antonio area has its problems: crime, graffiti, illegal dumping and the like. Smith then consults one of the 180 plays affixed to his left wrist. And KPIX is now engaged in its own COVER-UP; not only to its working personnel but to YOU. O'Donnell missed last night's 49ers-KC Chiefs Exhibition opener at Levi's Stadium. Dana King and so many others including Dennis. I've changed channels simply because can't watch channel 5 sports.Ed Bell, I hope Dennis ODonnell is ok - I understand that per HIPA some things cannot be discussed but I hope he is okay loved watching his sports commentary - missing Dennis. O'Donnell's status was never a story until KPIX hired a new guy (without explanation) and force-fed BS to one of its own sports guy, who subsequently went out of their way to spread the BS. After the debacle against the Seahawks, the 49ers play calling is now as simple as ordering off a menu. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Matier can be seen on the KPIX TV morning and evening news. It never has been. He also did football and basketball play-by-play for Fox Sports, KPIX, Comcast Sports Network, and Bay TV. When someone on the internet claims that an individual's right to privacy is waived just because they are a local sportscaster . "He has been the backbone of a very strong sports department at KRON. Police said both. He has received four APTRA award for Best Sports Segment. An extended vacation???? Dennis O'Donnell is an American Sports Director currently working for KPIX 5 since August 2000. A file image of KPIX newscaster Dana King. I missed Roberta, Above comments are gratifying, because I want to feel united with those who are wondering about and missing Dennis O'Donnell. I don't think it really matters if the anchors say 'He's away' or not. In addition to the daily sports show on KPIX 5 News Monday-Friday at 6 and 11 pm Sunday-Thursday at 10 pm on CW 44 / Cable 12, ODonnell presented or hosted KPIX 5s NFL post-game show The 5th Quarter, 49ers Preview, Last Truthful Sports Show, and the number one rated Sunday night sports show, Gameday at 11:30 pm every Sunday night. They're not part of your family, they're not your personal friends, they don't value your input, you're just a viewer. While I am on my little rant, local news is just terrible. *KPIX could alleviate a whole bevy of speculation and innuendo by having its anchors saying the followingg: "Dennis (O'Donnell) is away tonight." Kernighan, 64, is retiring after nine years on the council. "He hasn't reached out, that's what people are concerned about," said the source. ". Jeff Bezos dumping truckloads of money into the Washington Post is a start, but similar action needs to happen in ALL local markets. Sounds at least plausible to me, and that's horrible news if it's true, and I hope it isn't. Although ODonnell had no teaching experience, he jumped at the opportunity when Professor Emeritus Marty Gonzalez, a former colleague at KRON-Channel 4, mentioned it. Dennis O'Donnell (pictured above) is teaching in the Broadcast & Electronic Communication Art Department's Television Sports Reporting class. Praying For Dennis O'Donnell Of KPIX Sports Who's Last Twitter Tweet Was August 4th 2021 Read ZENNIE62MEDIA's https://oaklandnewsonline.com SUBSCRIBE TO ZENN. I see the stories on social media and in my Google news feedmost are so short, one-sided, and irrelevant, it is sad. He has won four Best Sports Category APTRA awards. O'Donnell, the Emmy award-winning sports director at KPIX-Channel 5 in San Francisco, and his students were at ease discussing the 49ers, Warriors, and other trending topics. "He's tried obviously to move on emotionally and physically," Rains said, "and yet these things bring back those experiences.". I hope not, but the physical evidence suggests that possibility. Boy, who cares if Dennis O'Donnell is on the air or not? On a conference call with Kansas City reporters, Davis said of the Chiefs: We will win this game. Really, does it really make a difference if he is there or not? I call BS!!! If I knew how to accomplish that, I would. This made him be the Northern California Alzheimers Association emcee and spokesman. There's been talk here of his odd speech mannerisms and funny movements on camera. He has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight hence he has not disclosed any information about his parents. We know its preseason but why take a vacation now when the 1st NFL preseason game on local KPIX was Chiefs vs 49ers Ive been ranting about ODonnells slurred speech and mispronounced names for a long time. From left to right: Dennis O'Donnell, Ken Bastida, Dana King, and Roberta Gonzales work on a KPIX night broadcast. Dennis O'Donnell (@DennisKPIX) March 17, 2021 The victim appears to have suffered an injury to the side of her face and eye and was seen holding an ice pack to her face. . He has done football and basketball play-by-play for Fox Sports, KPIX, Comcast Sports Network and Bay TV. i havent seen anything and havent tuned in to papa's show..just curious..it seems absurd still for example, that with stadiums open fully, that radio/tv crews for baseball have still been working remotley and not travelling on the road.. They know the deal. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. No change. Longtime Bay Area TV sports figure Dennis O'Donnell is leaving KRON-TV (Channel 4) after 18 years to become sports anchor at KPIX (Channel 5). the Bay Area viewing public. Furthermore, O'Donnell failed to inform anyone at CBS (KPIX) of his status and situation. It's vague enough; it protects DOD's privacy and it also respects its viewers without going into detail, any detail for that matter. They KNOW; someone knows something who is in a position of power. You gotta bring it!. The archdiocese said Tarantino would be taking over as pastor at St. Mark's Church in Belmont, effective July 1. You've clearly never been involved in a corporate environment or had to deal with HR. He tries to see that we improve.. Bless Vern Glenn, but I can't watch him; he's too noisy and doesn't know how to talk about baseball, also conducts poor interviews. ODonnell likes to keep his personal life private hence has not yet disclosed the year and month he was born. It's not a privacy issue. Youre a showman. Time to dump the whole concept. I hope that his absence is not a health issue. Dennis has an estimated net worth of about $1 Million -$5 Million which he has earned through his career as a journalist. Pam Moore, gone for weeks. He also anchored sports with KOVR in Sacramento and KFTY in Santa Rosa. Segments from Manny Ramos. Thank you , 11:24 for the right approach . YOU, the VIEWERS, are left out in the dark. Tom Smith - Johannes Mehserle, the former BART officer convicted in the 2009 New Year's shooting of Oscar Grant. Share your "Catch of the Day" photos with Dennis at Catchoftheday@kpix.com, First published on September 2, 2010 / 10:34 AM. Instantly. Asked about Davis latest salvo, Chiefs defensive end Shaun Smith was unfazed, according to the Kansas City Star. I dont want to talk about any of that. This in March of 2022. All Access Digital offer for just 99 cents! "He knew Tom Smith quite well and wanted to pay his respects, and tell those who were still at BART that he still thinks about them as a family," said Mehserle's attorney, Michael Rains. the Bay Area viewing public. Is the Stanley Quencher tumbler worth its TikTok hype? That may not make any sense but you get my point. ODonnell is a married man and the couple lives in San Francisco. O'Donnell, who called the move a dramatic change in his professional life, said he might use elements from his KRON broadcasts at KPIX. Also, it is well-known that Alzheimer's struck down a member of his immediate family and he has been a vocal advocate for Alzheimer's research & funding. Actually, I don't wipe my ass. The status of KPIX sports anchor, Dennis O'Donnell, is no longer a concern to station officials. Dennis ODonnell has been a fixture in Bay Area sports broadcasting since 1982, having covered every major Bay Area sports team in their respective championship. 2010 CBS Broadcasting Inc. 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