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Why Crime Insider Jon Burkett is leaving local news

55 min · 4. juni 2026
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Jon Burkett, one of the hardest working crime reporters in the country, is leaving CBS 6 after more than a quarter century covering Richmond news. Burkett made the announcement on the latest episode of "Untold – A WTVR Podcast," telling host Catie Beck that his departure is driven by health concerns and a desire to be more present for his family. "After 26 years, and on my 26-year anniversary date of September 29, I will walk away," an emotional Burkett said on the podcast. "It's been a great run, but I think for my health, my peace, for my family… I want to be present." The award-winning journalist said recent health struggles, including sleep apnea and blood pressure issues, weighed heavily on his decision. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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Why Crime Insider Jon Burkett is leaving local news

Jon Burkett, one of the hardest working crime reporters in the country, is leaving CBS 6 after more than a quarter century covering Richmond news. Burkett made the announcement on the latest episode of "Untold – A WTVR Podcast," telling host Catie Beck that his departure is driven by health concerns and a desire to be more present for his family. "After 26 years, and on my 26-year anniversary date of September 29, I will walk away," an emotional Burkett said on the podcast. "It's been a great run, but I think for my health, my peace, for my family… I want to be present." The award-winning journalist said recent health struggles, including sleep apnea and blood pressure issues, weighed heavily on his decision. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

4. juni 202655 min