Reports: Williams out as ‘Nightly News’ anchor

June 18, 2015 at 12:00a.m.

NEW YORK

Brian Williams won’t return as NBC “Nightly News” anchor at the conclusion of his suspension for misrepresenting his role in a news story and following an investigation into other purported misstatements.

The New York Times and CNN both reported an announcement on Williams’ future is expected today. NBC News officials and Robert Barnett, Williams’ representative in negotiations with the network over the past several weeks, would not comment Wednesday on the reports.

Williams and NBC have been discussing an undefined role for him at NBC.

Journey drummer faces charge in Oregon

SALEM, ORE.

Journey drummer Deen Castronovo has been released on bail after a domestic-violence arrest in Oregon.

The 50-year-old drummer was arrested Sunday and charged with misdemeanor assault and menacing.

Deputy District Attorney Jean Kunkle wrote in court papers that Castronovo knowingly caused physical injury to the woman.

A plea hearing has been scheduled for June 30.

Castronovo has been with Journey since 1998, when he replaced Steve Smith.

Associated Press