WEWS Meteorologist Mark Johnson No Longer with the Station

Cleveland, Ohio — News 5 announced that meteorologist Mark Johnson is no longer with WEWS. This change was communicated to viewers in a statement from Steve Weinstein, the station’s vice president and general manager.

Weinstein emphasized that the station and its parent company, Scripps, prioritize audience trust and uphold high ethical standards among their employees. “We want our audiences to know that News 5 and its parent company, Scripps, take protecting our audiences’ trust very seriously by requiring our employees to adhere to the highest ethical standards,” Weinstein stated, though he noted that further details could not be revealed as it is a personnel matter.

News 5 reassured its viewers that its commitment to provide accurate and safe weather information for Northeast Ohio remains strong. The station is now starting an immediate search for Johnson’s replacement to continue delivering trusted forecasts.

This staffing change reflects the station’s ongoing dedication to maintaining the highest professional standards.