He was rehired following the station's sale. On May 25, 2016 Magers retired from ABC  with a final late evening newscast with tributes from staff and colleagues. ABC7 anchor Alan Krashesky succeeded Magers at 5:00 p.m. alongside Cheryl Burton and alongside Kathy Brock at 6:00 and 10:00 p.m.
He was reinstated after the station's sale. On May 25, 2016 Magers left ABC  with a final late evening newscast featuring tributes from staff and colleagues. ABC7 anchor Alan Krashesky took over at 5:00 p.m., alongside Cheryl Burton and Kathy Brock at 6:00 and 10:00 p.m.