Jon Burkett, one of the hardest working crime reporters in the country, is leaving CBS 6 after more than a quarter century covering Richmond news. Burkett made the announcement on the latest episode of "Untold – A WTVR Podcast," telling host Catie Beck that his departure is driven by health concerns and a desire to be more present for his family.

"After 26 years, and on my 26-year anniversary date of September 29, I will walk away," an emotional Burkett said on the podcast. "It's been a great run, but I think for my health, my peace, for my family… I want to be present."

The award-winning journalist said recent health struggles, including sleep apnea and blood pressure issues, weighed heavily on his decision.

Jon Burkett, one of the hardest working crime reporters in the country, is leaving CBS 6 after more than a quarter century covering Richmond news.&nbsp;Burkett made the announcement on the latest episode of "Untold &ndash; A WTVR Podcast," telling host Catie Beck that his departure is driven by health concerns and a desire to be more present for his family.
"After 26 years, and on my 26-year anniversary date of September 29, I will walk away," an emotional Burkett said on the podcast. "It's been a great run, but I think for my health, my peace, for my family&hellip; I want to be present."
The award-winning journalist said recent health struggles, including sleep apnea and blood pressure issues, weighed heavily on his decision.

Untold is a one-hour journey into the previously unheard stories of the people in charge of making big decisions, generating conversations, and sometimes causing controversy in Richmond, Virginia and beyond.

Untold is a one-hour journey into the previously unheard stories of the people in charge of making big decisions, generating conversations, and sometimes causing controversy in Richmond, Virginia and beyond.