WCCO-TV reporter Jonah Kaplan announced he's joining CBS News as a correspondent, calling it a "dream job" made possible by nearly 20 years in local news. Kaplan made the announcement on social media, expressing excitement about joining "the finest team of professionals in the business." The move represents a significant career advancement for the Twin Cities journalist.

Kaplan joined WCCO-TV in 2022 after working in markets including Raleigh, NC, Milwaukee, WI, and Springfield, MO. His transition comes as CBS News undergoes major changes under editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, which has faced criticism for adopting a friendlier approach to the Trump administration. The network recently saw producer Alicia Hastey take a buyout over ideological concerns.

Kaplan's hiring reflects ongoing talent movement between local and national news organizations. He has already appeared on CBS broadcasts covering Minnesota immigration enforcement and social services fraud. CBS continues reshaping its newsroom during a politically charged period, with key staff exiting amid reported ideological shifts in news evaluation standards.