Tom Cibrowski, who had top roles at ABC News, has been named president and executive editor of CBS News. Cibrowski’s appointment follows the exit of Adrienne Roark, who announced last week that she was going to Tegna for a senior role.

CBS News has named Tom Cibrowski as president and executive editor, taking over for Adrienne Roark, who departed last week for a job at Tegna. "Tom brings a clear vision, fresh perspective and competitive edge that will serve us well here at CBS News.

Adrienne Roark, who was named president of editorial and newsgathering at CBS News just seven months ago, is exiting the company to take a senior role at the local TV station giant Tegna. The exec was named chief content officer reporting to CEO Mike Steib, beginning on March 31.

CBS News is considering Tom Cibrowski, a veteran of ABC News and Good Morning America, for a senior executive role