It's Official: Scott Pelley New 'CBS Evening News' Anchor

CBS News’ website confirmed today what everyone already knew about who is replacing Katie Couric:

Scott Pelley, one the most experienced reporters in broadcast journalism, has been named anchor and managing editor of the “CBS Evening News,” it was announced Tuesday by CBS News Chairman and “60 Minutes” Executive Producer Jeff Fager and David Rhodes, the President of CBS News. The appointment to the broadcast, to be re-named the “CBS Evening News with Scott Pelley,” is effective on June 6. Pelley will continue to report stories for “60 Minutes.”