CNN.com Ends Anchor-Driven Newscasts

WebNewser has the scoop that, as of tomorrow, CNN.com is shutting down its live, continuous, anchored newscasts that have been a part of CNN.com Live:

WebNewser has learned Reggie Aqui, Nicole Lapin, Naamua Delaney and Melissa Long, the four primary anchors of CNN.com Live, are being let go as are several production staffers.

WebNewser also has the note CNN.com SVP KC Estenson sent to staff about the changes in staff and direction. CNN.com relaunched in late October.

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