Leah Linscheid leaving News 3 Now This Morning to become WISC-TV's assistant news director

She returned back "home" in 2014 to News 3 Now, covering her college town of Madison and hometown of Highland, Wis., in the southwest corner of the state. She served in several roles over the years, including reporter, photographer, and weekend anchor, most recently serving as morning anchor and executive producer of the show since 2018. She has also spearheaded several partnerships with community nonprofits, launching an annual fundraiser with the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County that raises $20,000 every year for school supplies.

During her time on-air at News 3 Now, Leah led the charge in selecting and compiling awards for the newsroom. Her leadership contributed to more than two dozen state, regional and national wins, including several Edward R. Murrow Awards for Overall Excellence and a 2023 EMMY as executive producer of the morning show’s award-winning election coverage. She personally took home two Murrow Awards of her own, as well as several EMMY nominations and Wisconsin Broadcaster Association wins. 

"It's a bittersweet transition leaving a show and a staff that have become family to me," Leah said. "But after six years of 2 a.m. alarm clocks, I'm excited to take on a new challenge and focus on the strategy behind our news product." 

Leah is expecting her second boy with husband Zack. She'll take maternity leave this spring and return to News 3 Now in her management role this summer. 

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