NBC News anchor Joseph Olmo surprised viewers with a live announcement after a 10-year career in broadcast journalism on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Olmo, who has been associated with NBC 4 (for Washington D.C.) for over seven years, covering the DC area since 2023, announced his exit.
“Well, before we go tonight. I’ve got just one more story for you,” said Olmo at the opening of the broadcast.
Reflecting on the journey, Olmo added, “For the better part of a decade, which includes three thrilling years right here at NBC4, I gave had one remarkable job.”
“You can cover the world but nothing compares to being a local news reporter. Because think about it. Who else would tell you about all the things happening where we live?” Olmo continued.
He then dropped the bombshell announcement, saying, “So now to the bittersweet part.”
“In life, you are often encouraged to dream big. But what happens when you have several dreams?
“I firmly believe our time here is way too short to get to the end and wonder, ‘What if I had tried that?'”
After keeping the viewers hooked on it, he revealed the decision.
“So after almost 10 years in broadcasting, tomorrow night I will hit the streets of the DMV (DC, Marlyland and Virginia area) one final time as a local news reporter.”
However, Olmo kept his next plans under wraps, yet said goodbye while teasing viewers with something new, saying “Know anything about me, you will not be surprised, my friends.”
Olmo, while working with NBC4, covered Washington, DC, while his earlier assignment was covering transportation for CW affiliate DC News Now for three years.
2026-08-25 10:58:00
