CBS shake-up: Network has a new boss as cuts loom

Kelly Kahl, the respected head of the CBS television network for five turbulent years, will step down next month, clearing the way for veteran programmer Amy Reisenbach to succeed him.

CBS President George Cheeks announced the moves Wednesday, noting Kahl’s departure was “part of a restructuring and streamlining of leadership at CBS Entertainment.” Reisenbach now will oversee the network’s prime-time, daytime and late-night creative departments, the company announced.

In her expanded role, Reisenbach — a Kahl lieutenant who has been at CBS for 17 years — also will be responsible for comedy and drama development, alternatives and specials, current programming and scheduling and casting.

“She is a passionate advocate for writers, producers and the creative