KCCI’s chief meteorologist Chris Gloninger is departing the station due in part to past threats he said stemmed from his coverage of climate change.
Gloninger announced the news on Twitter in a statement Wednesday and said he will soon be saying goodbye to the local CBS station. On the 6 p.m. newscast, Gloninger said his last day is July 7.
“18 years. 7 stations. 5 states. I am bidding farewell to TV to embark on a new journey dedicated to helping solve the climate crisis,” Gloninger said in the statement. “After a death threat stemming from my climate coverage last year and resulting PTSD, in addition to family health issues, I’ve decided to begin this journey now.”
On July 16, 2022, Gloninger wrote on Twitter, “My climate coverage has garnered negative feedback. But last month I received the first threat, followed by a flow of harassing emails. Police are investigating. It’s mentally exhausting and at times I have NOT been ok. If you’re facing this and need someone to talk to, I’m here.”
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