Steve Wilson's Replacement at 7

**smittyspice** · July-16-10, 03:53 PM

Scott Lewis.
http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/news/investi...oins-wxyz-team

**Just Amazed** · July-16-10, 04:55 PM

Scott lewis is good, but this brings up the question, why did wxyz get rid of Steve Wilson, obviously not the excuse they gave? Now I really am done with wxyz.

Mista Alan · July-16-10, 06:47 PM

From: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-relea...-98625124.html

SOUTHFIELD Mich., July 16 /PRNewswire/ -- WXYZ-TV is proud to announce that investigative reporter Scott Lewis will be joining the Channel 7 Action News team. Lewis joins the WXYZ "On Your Side," special projects unit that includes Heather Catallo, Bill Spencer, JoAnne Purtan and Carolyn Clifford.

Lewis, a veteran broadcast journalist with more than twenty years of television experience in Detroit, has a reputation for breaking big stories, exposing corruption and getting results through his investigative efforts.

Lewis' investigations have led to the arrest and conviction of corrupt government officials, exposed a serial killer murdering prostitutes in Detroit, broke new ground in the 30-year old Oakland County child killer case, uncovered the neglect of developmentally disabled adults, and sparked a federal investigation that removed a Suburban mayor from office. Lewis' legendary "busted on the job" reports prompted crack downs by local government officials.

"Scott Lewis brings a wealth of experience and solid journalism to our team," said WXYZ-TV Vice-President and General Manager Ed Fernandez. "The addition of a new advocate for our community affirms our commitment to strong investigative journalism and our belief that this kind of reporting is more important than ever. With Scott Lewis joining our "On Your Side" team, Channel 7 continues to be the strongest viewer advocacy station in the Detroit market."

Previously, Lewis was an investigative reporter at WJBK Fox 2. He was honored by the Society of Professional Journalists as the 2001 Journalist of the year and was runner up for the award in 2006. He has received 13 Michigan Emmy Awards from the National Association of Television Arts and Sciences, and been honored with numerous awards from the Michigan Association of Broadcasters. In 2010, he received the Michigan Associated Press Lifetime Achievement Award.
Scott Lewis begins with the WXYZ-TV Action News team on July 19. You can follow him on Facebook.

WXYZ-TV is owned by Scripps Media, Inc., a diverse, 130-year-old media enterprise with interests in television stations, newspapers, local news and information Web sites, and licensing and syndication. For a full listing of Scripps media companies and their associated Web sites, visit http://www.scripps.com/

I'll miss Steve Wilson, but it looks like Circle 7 just upgraded.

**dtowncitylover** · July-16-10, 07:12 PM

http://www.detroityes.com/mb/showthread.php?t=6336

Look first.

**fanniemae** · July-16-10, 07:21 PM

Channel 7 , their news has been stale lately. Their reporting, the other stations have had better , more current coverage lately. I like Scott Lewis, but WXYZ is not the powerhouse it once was.

Stosh · July-16-10, 07:47 PM

Scott Lewis is the better reporter. IMHO. and he's got a considerable history here, unlike Wilson. Not going to change my viewing habits for him, though.

**daddeeo** · July-16-10, 07:56 PM

I tend to trust guys who live in the area.

Mista Alan · July-16-10, 08:12 PM

Originally Posted by daddeeo

I tend to trust guys who live in the area.

Good point!!! Lewis is gonna kick major butt!! Very good news for DETROIT!!

**Detroit500** · July-16-10, 09:52 PM

still... very disappointing. Steve's investigative journalism was stellar.

**Just Amazed** · July-17-10, 04:27 PM

Originally Posted by Detroit500

still... very disappointing. Steve's investigative journalism was stellar.

I couldn't agree with you more, and can't wait to see how he does on his new endeavor, with good health being a priority.

**Bobl** · July-17-10, 05:27 PM

My preference will remain with Channel 4, on those occasions that I view local television news. It would be nice to see more journalism and less fluff on all local news media outlets.

Mista Alan · July-17-10, 05:29 PM

Originally Posted by Bobl

My preference will remain with Channel 4

wtf? please explain!!!

Stosh · July-17-10, 05:56 PM

Originally Posted by Mista Alan

wtf? please explain!!!

Actually, Bobl is correct. For local news, 4 will give you more in a half hour than any other news outlet. 2 gives you a bit at the beginning, then falls into the FOX news mode. 7 just doesn't cut it for me, although I will watch on occasion.

**eno** · July-16-10, 10:16 PM

Each man had talents that distinguished them from each other. We're fortunate that both of them are in the area and still working. I hope Steve Wilson recovers his health and is back chasing down the crooks that plague this City. I'm sure Scott Lewis will be back on the streets running when he starts at WXYZ-TV. Good luck and health to both men.

Mista Alan · July-17-10, 10:14 AM

Originally Posted by eno

Each man had talents that distinguished them from each other. We're fortunate that both of them are in the area and still working. I hope Steve Wilson recovers his health and is back chasing down the crooks that plague this City. I'm sure Scott Lewis will be back on the streets running when he starts at WXYZ-TV. Good luck and health to both men.

Well said. Both have made huge contributions to cleaning up Detroit. I'm glad Scott is back on TV as the top dog!