Dustin Nolan, a news anchor at KWQC TV6 in Iowa, announced his resignation during a live broadcast on June 21, 2026. In his statement, Nolan expressed gratitude to viewers for their trust and emphasized the need for transparency in news reporting. He did not specify his reasons for leaving but highlighted the importance of delivering substantial news rather than 'sanitized news.' Nolan has been with KWQC TV6 since 2022 and has previously won a Mid-America Emmy award in 2025 for Best Morning/Daytime newscast. Following his announcement, KWQC TV6 shared his farewell on their official TikTok account.
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Iowa News Anchor Announces Departure During Live Broadcast
Dustin Nolan, a news anchor at KWQC TV6, announced his resignation during a live broadcast on June 21, 2026. He emphasized the importance of transparency in news reporting and expressed gratitude to viewers. Nolan has been with the station since 2022 and previously won a Mid-America Emmy award.
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Iowa News Anchor Announces Departure During Live Broadcast