CBS Meteorologist Departs KPIX After Two Contracts

Paul Heggen announces move back East after leaving San Francisco station

Apr. 6, 2026 at 5:06am by Ben Kaplan

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KPIX, the CBS-owned television station in San Francisco, has parted ways with chief meteorologist Paul Heggen. Heggen announced he is leaving the West Coast and heading back East, where he is excited to cover thunderstorms again. He had been with the station for two contracts.

Why it matters

Meteorologists are key on-air talent at local TV stations, and their departures can signal broader changes in a station's news operation. Heggen's exit from KPIX comes as the station navigates the evolving media landscape in the San Francisco market.

The details

Paul Heggen announced his departure from KPIX in a social media post, stating that he is leaving the San Francisco CBS station and moving back East. Heggen had been the chief meteorologist at KPIX for two contract periods, but did not provide specifics on the reasons for his exit or future plans.

  • Heggen worked his last day at KPIX on April 5, 2026.

The players

Paul Heggen

The former chief meteorologist at KPIX, the CBS-owned television station in San Francisco.

KPIX

The CBS-owned television station serving the San Francisco market.

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What they’re saying

“I am headed back East from the left coast and am excited to track thunderstorms again.”

— Paul Heggen, Former Chief Meteorologist

The takeaway

Heggen's departure from KPIX after two contracts signals potential changes in the station's on-air talent lineup as it navigates the evolving media landscape in the competitive San Francisco market.