Hollie Strano, a familiar face in Cleveland broadcasting, spent 22 years at WKYC Channel 3 as a trusted meteorologist and on-air personality. In September 2024, the station announced her termination, less than a year after she was charged with operating a vehicle under the influence. The incident occurred in November 2023, and she later pleaded guilty.
Strano addressed her dismissal publicly, stating that WKYC and parent company Tegna chose to end her employment after she shared her recovery journey from alcoholism online. She said the decision highlighted the ongoing stigma surrounding addiction and recovery. Neither WKYC nor Tegna released further comment on the matter.
