CBS2 meteorologist Roland Steadham died in a plane crash on January 28, 2026, while flying alone near the station’s area.

CBS2 Chief Meteorologist Roland Steadham has died in a plane crash, the station confirmed. The incident occurred on January 28, 2026, during a routine flight near the station’s broadcast area. Steadham, a well-known figure in local news, was the sole occupant of the aircraft. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the cause of the crash.