Rogers Media shuts down CityNews Ottawa, lays off newsroom staff
Rogers Media is shutting down its CityNews Ottawa radio station effective immediately, the company confirmed to OBJ on Thursday.
obj.caI don’t have live access to the latest updates right now, but here’s what’s publicly known about CityNews Ottawa in recent years.
- CityNews Ottawa has faced significant changes, including the shutdown of CityNews Ottawa radio operations in 2023, with Rogers citing low audience reach and revenue as primary factors. This resulted in the AM station’s closure while digital and television elements continued under CityNews Ottawa branding.[1]
- The CityNews Ottawa brand continues to exist online, with a dedicated website and social channels that cover breaking local news, traffic, weather, and related updates for Ottawa residents.[2][6]
- The CityNews Ottawa app and related digital properties remain the primary platform for local news delivery, alongside national CityNews resources, suggesting the brand has shifted toward digital-first local coverage.[5]
If you want, I can:
- Check the latest headlines from CityNews Ottawa’s site and social feeds.
- Pull a brief, current snapshot of their top local stories.
- Compare CityNews Ottawa’s online presence with other Ottawa outlets for a quick view of local news coverage today.