8 News Now's Sherry Swensk Retires After 30+ Years

The longtime Las Vegas weather anchor bids farewell to the studio with an emotional celebration.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 4:50am

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After over three decades as the weather anchor for 8 News Now in Las Vegas, Sherry Swensk is retiring. On Thursday, more than 100 well-wishers, including former co-workers, close friends, and loved ones, gathered at the 8 News Now studios to celebrate Swensk's storied career and send her off with special stories, memories, and emotional tributes.

Why it matters

Swensk's retirement marks the end of an era for 8 News Now and the Las Vegas television news landscape. As a fixture in the community for over 30 years, her departure will be felt by both her colleagues and loyal viewers who have grown accustomed to her weather reports and on-air presence.

The details

During the celebratory event, Swensk expressed being "overwhelmed with the love" and the joy of seeing faces and friends that go back decades. While the night was emotional, Swensk said she is excited for the next chapter in her life and plans to remain active in the community, stating "I'm not going anywhere, I will see you in the grocery store, I'll see you in the coffee shop."

  • Sherry Swensk has worked at 8 News Now for over 30 years.
  • The retirement celebration took place on Thursday, April 17, 2026.

The players

Sherry Swensk

The longtime weather anchor for 8 News Now in Las Vegas, Nevada, who is retiring after over 30 years with the station.

8 News Now

The CBS-affiliated television station serving the Las Vegas metropolitan area.

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What they’re saying

“I'm overwhelmed with the love. I'm overwhelmed with the joy and the celebration that is in this room. There are faces and friends that go back 30+ years, and when I see the history that's in this room altogether, it takes my breath away.”

— Sherry Swensk, Retiring Weather Anchor

“I'm not going anywhere, I will see you in the grocery store, I'll see you in the coffee shop. I'm just so happy for what's next, I've got so much energy and so much love still to give. My story is not over; my story is just beginning for what's next.”

— Sherry Swensk, Retiring Weather Anchor

The takeaway

Sherry Swensk's retirement from 8 News Now after over 30 years of service marks the end of an era for the Las Vegas television news community. Her legacy of dedicated weather reporting and connection with viewers will be missed, but her excitement for the next chapter of her life signals a new beginning for this longtime local media personality.