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WMAR Ditches Live News for AI Streaming | Annapolis News
WMAR, Maryland’s oldest news station since 1947, is ditching live anchors for a sleek, AI-powered streaming model—prerecorded stories and weather rolled into a 24/7 digital feed. Part of Scripps’ nationwide push to cut costs and adapt to shifting viewer habits, the move signals a bold pivot toward efficiency amid shrinking audiences and profits. While some live broadcasts remain, layoffs have already hit key roles, underscoring the high stakes. This isn’t just a format change—it’s a survival strategy for legacy media in an era where technology dictates how—and when—we consume news. Listen in…
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