NBC has confirmed that Martin Savidge has joined its news division from CNN. Savidge will be based in Atlanta and his position is effective immediately. He will report for all the networks of NBC, including NBC's terrestrial news output, as well as MSNBC and CNBC on cable.

Savidge said:

"I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work for a world class news organization like NBC News, and excited to be part of such a strong, dynamic and enterprising team of reporters and producers."