FishbowlDC breaks the news that Associated Press Washington bureau chief Sandy Johnson is leaving. "It has been an honor to work with such an extraordinary group of journalists since I became bureau chief almost 10 years ago." FBDC updates with how the Johnson move came down, and who's replacing her.
With Johnson Out, AP Details 'Important Changes In News' (FBDC)

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Ellies '08: The Liveblog

FishbowlNY breaks the news that TV Guide laid off nine editorial staffers including editor-in-chief Ian Birch, managing editor Lois Draegin and Steve Sonsky, an executive editor based in Radnor, PA.
TV Guide Lays Off EIC, ME, Seven Other Edit Staffers (FBNY)

Dancing With the Stars hostess Samantha Harris tells FishbowlLA exclusively: "I've known Paula for years and would be ecstatic if she was on our show. She sure would up the game for the competitors but also would stir up controversy since she's known for her choreography! A little drama is always fun to mix things up!"
FBLA Exclusive: Samantha Harris Would Welcome Paula Abdul (FBLA)

According to FishbowlLA, the Los Angeles Times' top editor Russ Stanton promoted business editor Davan Maharaj to managing editor and John Arthur to executive editor.
Davan Maharaj Named L.A. Times ME (FBLA)

Sources tell TVNewser that CNN and Larry King have agreed to a contract extension, which will keep him with the network through 2010, beyond his 77th birthday. It has been reported King's contract was set to expire in the summer of 2009. King has been with the network since 1985.

Larry King and CNN Agree to Contract Extension (TVNewser)

TVNewser reports that CBS' hopes for a primary debate, have been officially dashed. The North Carolina Democratic party announced they are canceling plans for Sunday's debate because they could not get a commitment from Sen. Barack Obama.
CBS' Dem Debate Officially Cancelled (TVNewser)

CNN International reporter Richard Quest was arrested early this morning on a misdemeanor charge of drug possession. He was arrested at about 3:40 a.m. in Central Park for violating the park curfew. As he was being escorted out, he reportedly told police, "I have meth in my pocket," which the police found after searching him.
CNN's Richard Quest Arrested on Drug Charges (TVNewser)

TVNewser breaks the news that CBS Corp. CEO Les Moonves paid a surprise visit to the CBS Evening News today. Moonves saying, "Katie is our anchor today, tomorrow, next week and long into the future."
Moonves: Katie Is Our Anchor Long Into the Future (TVNewser)

FishbowlNY reports that Gawker Media is selling Wonkette, Gridskipper, and Idolator.
Gawker Spins Off Wonkette, Gridskipper, and Idolator (FBNY)
Gawker Media Mg. Ed.: 'Core Staff — The Main Writers' Staying on at Newly-Sold Blogs (FBNY)
Curbed 'Going to Rethink' Newly-Acquired Gridskipper (FBNY)
Idolator Sale: The Press Release (FBNY)