Beloved ABC 13 anchor calls it quits after brief return

One of Houston's most beloved anchors is calling it a career after 43 years on the air. ABC 13 anchor Melanie Lawson told the ...

Exclusive: ABC13 anchor Melanie Lawson is retiring - a force in Houston news, and in my life

Melanie Lawson was my babysitter before I could string together a sentence. Later she became my friend and mentor.
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Melanie Lawson to retire from Houston’s ABC 13 after 43 years

Melanie Lawson, longtime anchor at ABC 13 in Houston, will retire in January after a 43-year career with the station.

ABC 13 Houston reporter makes surprise exit after Emmy win

Ryan joined ABC 13 in March 2023, and just before her departure, earned her first Emmy for her coverage of the dockworkers' strike while at the station. Last year, she was nominated for her ...

Houston reporter starts new role after surprising ABC 13 departure

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