Reporter Madison Herber Departs KWTX News 10
The Central Texas journalist announced she is leaving the station to stay home with her newborn son.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Pregnancy
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Reporter Madison Herber has announced her resignation from Waco station KWTX News 10. After a 12-week leave following the birth of her son, she will not be returning to her position at the station.
Why it matters
Herber is stepping away from her broadcasting career to focus on motherhood and raising her child. Her departure marks the end of her four-year tenure at the Central Texas news organization.
Madison Herber spent four years at KWTX and seven years in total working in television news. Her career began in Tyler, where she worked as a production assistant starting in August 2019.
The players
Madison Herber
A former television news reporter who worked for seven years in the industry and spent four years at KWTX.
KWTX
A Central Texas television station where Herber served as a reporter for four years.
Temple Independent School District
A public school system that recognized Herber with a 2026 Media Honor Roll nomination.
The details
Herber submitted her resignation via social media following the completion of her 12-week leave. She previously received a 2026 Media Honor Roll nomination from the Temple Independent School District for her reporting work.
Timeline
August 2019: Madison Herber joined KETK in Tyler as a production assistant.
July 30, 2026: The reporter published her final story at KWTX.
August 4, 2026: Madison Herber gave birth to her son.
October 28, 2026: The reporter announced she would not return to the station.
Culture Shift
Herber's transition reflects a common societal pivot among working professionals toward prioritizing family life after a long-term career. This move highlights the balance many individuals seek when managing the demands of high-pressure media roles and newborn care.
Waco area viewers will no longer see Herber reporting on KWTX newscasts as she transitions to time away from the station. The departure highlights the practical realities of managing long-term professional commitments alongside major personal life changes.
The takeaway
Choosing to leave a career to care for a child is a significant life decision that requires balancing personal goals with family needs. Many professionals find that taking extended leave periods provides the necessary perspective to determine their long-term path.
Further reading
For more information on balancing careers with family milestones, visit the Pregnancy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Chron.
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