Ratings drop because it costs more to have the broadcast channels ($25.75/month) than any streaming service. Then the local stations have to cut people.
Columbus TV icon Angela Pace leaving station in January after 34 years
(https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/local/2025/01/03/angela-pace-columbus-tv-icon-leaving-wbns-10tv-in-january-after-34-years-tegna-inc/77432694007/)