While Sachse’s prior contract, inked in 2008, was a seven-year deal, the specific terms of her current agreement have not been released. However, Sachse tells CultureMap, “It’s another long-term contract to keep me on air for many years to come.”
“I'm really blessed because I work with such a great team of people. It’s not work, it’s fun. And it’s something I want to continue because it’s fulfilling. It’s an honor to be able to serve the community I call home," she says.
One thing that will change, however, is Sachse’s work hours. She'll continue to anchor the 6 and 10 p.m. news, but Lauren Freeman will take over the 5 p.m. segment.
Sachse, who married Houston businessman Nick Florescu in 2012 and is active on the local charity scene, explains, “This (the contract renewal) happened at a time in my life when I was able to reassess my priorities. My life has changed a lot. I have a big family and a lot of community commitments. Now I’ll be able to get my son from school and do homework while still maintaining my career.
I’m humbled to have this opportunity at this stage in my life. It’s a great balance. The viewers ultimately decide who they want to see on air, and I’m incredibly thankful to be able to do what I love.”
The popular TV personality began her career in Houston as a radio traffic reporter in 1990. She followed it up with a stint as a disc jockey at Mix 96.5 FM before making the jump to KPRC in 1993.
Longtime Houston TV anchor Dominique Sachse has signed a new contract with Channel 2.
Courtesy of KPRC Channel 2
Longtime Houston TV anchor Dominique Sachse has signed a new contract with Channel 2.
Legendary rockers Styx and Kevin Cronin, lead singer of REO Speedwagon, will team up to co-headline the “Brotherhood of Rock” tour in 2025, which will include a stop at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands on Friday, June 6.
The large, 40-city tour will take place over three months, starting in Greenville, South Carolina on May 28, and wrapping up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on August 24.
In addition to Houston, the tour will go to Austin on June 4 and Dallas on August 1. It will include special guest Don Felder, former lead guitarist for the Eagles, at all dates.
Fans can expect some of the greatest rock anthems of all time, including “Renegade,” “Keep On Loving You,” “Come Sail Away,” “Can't Fight This Feeling,” and “Hotel California.”
Styx and Cronin (as part of REO Speedwagon) first toured together in 2000 and in 2001 after the 9/11 attacks, coming together to form the Rock to the Rescue 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. This will mark their sixth time joining forces on the road.
2022 was the 50th anniversary of Styx's self-titled debut album, but they have yet to slow down. The band released their 17th album, Crash of the Crown, in 2021. Of course, not everyone is a fan, as this classic clip from The Simpsons illustrates.
REO Speedwagon's recording days appear to be done, with their last album coming out in 2009, but the main group of five has been together since 1989. On this tour, Cronin will be joined by REO's lead guitarist Dave Amato and drummer Bryan Hitt.
General tickets for the tour will go on sale starting on Friday, December 13 at 10 am at LiveNation.com.
Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets in the U.S. beginning on December 9 at 10 am through the Citi Entertainment program.
Styx and Kevin Cronin will be offering VIP packages via their own exclusive pre-sales beginning on Tuesday, December 10 at 10 am, as well as at LiveNation.com.
