E.W. Scripps cuts 12% of workforce, replaces roles with AI

E.W. Scripps has cut 432 positions and 126 open jobs since January 2026 — about 12% of its workforce, mostly at local TV stations. CEO Adam Symson told analysts the company is "leaning into AI, automation, technology and the centralization of some roles." The plan targets $100 million in run rate savings and $125–150 million in EBITDA growth by 2028. Revenue fell 9% to $490.4 million in Q2 2026.