Sinclair Wins 22 RTDNA Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards
Sinclair has been awarded 22 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards for Outstanding Journalism, recognizing 15 of its content centers. These awards, given by the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA), honor excellence in categories such as Overall Excellence, Best Newscast, Breaking News, Hard News, News Series, News Documentary, Investigative Reporting, Feature Reporting, and Podcast. Scott Livingston, Sinclair's Senior Vice President of News, expressed pride in the achievements and the dedication of their staff. The awards highlight Sinclair's commitment to delivering high-quality, impactful local journalism.
- Sinclair won 22 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards, indicating recognition for its high-quality journalism.
- 15 content centers across the country were honored, showcasing wide-reaching excellence.
- Categories won include Best Newscast, Breaking News, Investigative Reporting, and Podcast, highlighting Sinclair's diverse strengths.
- Recognition from RTDNA, a prestigious organization, enhances Sinclair's credibility in the journalism industry.
- Scott Livingston's commendation of staff emphasizes strong internal morale and dedication to journalism.
- The press release does not mention any financial benefits or increased revenue associated with the awards.
- The achievements are primarily recognition-based, without immediate tangible business impacts like increased viewership or advertising revenue.
- No mention of how these awards will directly influence Sinclair's stock performance or shareholder value.
15 of the Company’s Content Centers Honored for Outstanding Journalism
Categories include Overall Excellence, Best Newscast, Breaking News, Hard News, News Series, News Documentary, Investigative Reporting, Feature Reporting and Podcast
The Murrow Awards are sponsored by the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) and honor outstanding achievements in broadcast and digital journalism.
"We are honored to receive 22 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards this year. This achievement underscores our commitment to delivering high-quality, impactful news to our audience. I am immensely proud of our talented staff, whose hard work and passion for advocacy journalism have earned us these remarkable recognitions," said Scott Livingston, Senior Vice President of News at Sinclair.
Sinclair’s RTDNA Regional Edward R. Murrow award-winners include:
- Feature Reporting - The Map Guy - KOMO Seattle
- Sports Reporting - Amputee Overcomes the Obstacles KMPH Fresno
- Breaking News Coverage - March 31, 2023 Tornado Outbreak KGAN Cedar Rapids
- Podcast - Missing Erica Baker: The Search Continues -WKEF/WRGT Dayton
- Continuing Coverage - Who Failed Ariel Rose WZTV FOX 17 News Nashville
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Breaking News Coverage - Regal Apartments Fire WCHS
Charleston, WV -
Hard News - The Story of Serial Rapist Charles Woods WCHS
Charleston, WV -
Excellence in Video - Painting the Preserve WPDE ABC15
Myrtle Beach -Florence, SC -
Hard News - 911 Delay Leads to Homeless Man's Death KATV-TV
Little Rock, AR -
Continuing Coverage -
Maine in Mourning WGME CBS13Portland -Auburn, ME -
News Documentary
Maine's Power Struggle WGME CBS13Portland -Auburn, ME -
News Series
Maine's Sludge Crisis WGME CBS13Portland -Auburn, ME -
Newscast CBS13 News Live at 5: Mass Shooting in
Maine WGME CBS13Portland -Auburn, ME -
Overall Excellence NBC 10 WJAR: Turn to 10 WJAR
Providence, RI -
Excellence in Writing - NBC 10 WJAR Station Fire 20 Years Later WJAR
Providence, RI -
Continuing Coverage - Deadly Armory Stampede WHAM
Rochester, NY -
News Series - You Paid For It - Tracking Taxpayer Dollars WRGB/CBS 6
Albany, NY -
Podcast - Orange Zone CNY
Central Syracuse, NY -
Excellence in Writing - Jay Korff WJLA
Washington, DC -
Continuing Coverage - Behind Closed Doors WBFF FOX45 News
Baltimore, MD -
Feature Reporting - Noah's Bucket List WBFF FOX45 News
Baltimore, MD -
Investigative Reporting - Investigation into the Safe Streets Program WBFF FOX45 News
Baltimore, MD -
Newscast - A Manhunt, A Building Collapse, and an Education Scandal WBFF FOX45 News
Baltimore, MD
About Sinclair:
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair’s content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation’s largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.
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Source: Sinclair, Inc.
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