Local television is no stranger to change. Reporters and anchors come and go. It\u2019s just part of the business. But for viewers, it\u2019s always tough to say goodbye to the familiar faces welcomed into their homes each evening. <\/p>\n
That will soon be the case for those who tuned in to watch Paul Cicala on KVIA-TV.\u00a0After many years in front of the camera, Paul has decided to step away from his role as evening primetime anchor. <\/p>\n
According to local reports,<\/a> his decision comes as he focuses on his health and cares for his father, who is battling dementia.<\/p>\n Courtesy: Paul Cicala<\/p>\n Courtesy: Paul Cicala<\/p>\n Read More: Beloved Texas News Anchor Says Goodbye After 23 Years<\/a><\/p>\n While some reports suggested<\/a> he may be leaving journalism altogether, Cicala clarified in a Facebook post that he\u2019s not ruling it out. Instead, he\u2019s seeking a more traditional 9-to-5 schedule that will allow him to prioritize family and personal well-being.<\/p>\n \u201cI appreciate everyone\u2019s support,\u201d he wrote. \u201cI am not ruling out a return to TV news or journalism-related jobs, but am now concentrating on finding a career that gives me a normal schedule and a \u20189-5.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n Paul\u2019s Journey Through Broadcasting in Texas and New Mexico<\/p>\n Paul first joined KVIA in 2009 as a reporter and sports anchor. During that time, viewers connected with his infectious energy and his ability to tell stories with emotion. Paul left KVIA in 2013 and spent time working in his hometown of Tucson, Arizona as a Sports anchor.\u00a0<\/p>\n He returned to El Paso in 2023 this time as main anchor, sharing the desk with former anchor Stephanie Valle. In April 2025, El Paso native Marcel Clarke joined him on the anchor desk.<\/p>\n Community Engagement: Beyond the Newsroom<\/p>\n Beyond the newsroom, Paul poured himself into the community. He volunteered with the Special Olympics, visited local hospitals, and gave his time wherever it was needed. If you followed Paul on social media you knew that he was an outdoor enthusiast, he often spent his free time hiking with his shelter dog, Sapita, by his side.<\/p>\n When I first met Paul I was always so jealous of his energy and I admired his willingness to always want to try new things.\u00a0<\/p>\n