TEGNA Stations ABC10, KING and KARE Nominated for Peabody Awards

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TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) announced that three of its local television stations have been nominated for 2020 Peabody Awards, out of four nominations in total. ABC10 in Sacramento received a nomination for its investigative report on PG&E's role in California wildfires. KARE 11 in Minneapolis was recognized for its investigation into preventable deaths in jails, while KING 5 in Seattle was nominated for a series on racial injustice following George Floyd's murder. The Peabody Awards celebrate excellence in broadcasting and storytelling.

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• TEGNA stations received three out of four nominations for Peabody Awards, showcasing their commitment to impactful journalism.
• Nominations highlight significant investigative reporting on pressing issues like wildfires, jail conditions, and racial injustice.

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TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced that ABC10, its ABC affiliate in Sacramento, KING 5, its NBC affiliate in Seattle, and KARE 11, its NBC affiliate in Minneapolis, have been nominated for Peabody Awards, which honor the most compelling and empowering stories released in broadcasting and streaming media during 2020. Out of four local television/digital news organizations receiving nominations, TEGNA stations received three out of four nominations.

In the News category, KXTV/ABC10 was nominated for “FIRE-POWER-MONEY: Holding PG&E Accountable,” an examination of the connection between deadly wildfires, PG&E and its influence on California politics. The ABC10 Originals unit is led by executive producer Gonzalo Magana, with FIRE-POWER-MONEY reporter Brandon Rittiman, photojournalist and editor Tyler Horst, photojournalist and editor Victor Nieto, producer Mike Bunnell and engagement producer Sabrina Sanchez. Additional support was provided by Hugh Gaskill in marketing and the ABC10 digital team led by Geoff Dietrich.

Also in the News category, KARE 11 was nominated for “KARE 11 Investigates: Cruel & Unusual,” an investigation into preventable deaths, botched investigations, falsified records, and a suicide crisis in Minnesota jails. The KARE 11 Investigates unit is led by reporters A. J. Lagoe and Brandon Stahl, photojournalists Gary Knox and Jason Steussy and executive producer Steve Eckert. Additional KARE 11 support came from photographers Lee Wall and Craig Norkus with graphic support from KARE 11 creative director Travis Kobs and TEGNA Design Tank designer Jeremy Carlisle.

In the Public Service category, KING 5 was nominated for “Facing Race,” a multi-part series that explores issues of racial injustice and inequality in the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd. The "Facing Race" team includes executive producer Christin Ayers, anchor/host Joyce Taylor, reporter Taylor Mirfendereski, producer Keely Walker, senior digital producer Allison Sundell, video editor Kevin Glantz, content editor Susannah Frame, and photojournalists Ryan Beard and Michael Botsford. Dozens of KING 5 reporters, photojournalists, technical staff, and marketing team members also contributed to the series.

“I am incredibly proud of the purpose-driven and impactful local journalism represented by our stations receiving Peabody Award nominations today,” said Lynn Beall, EVP and chief operating officer, media operations, TEGNA. “Our journalists continue to raise the bar for excellence, providing much-needed investigative reporting and timely, relevant series that change laws and touch people’s lives.”

The Peabody Awards are based at the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Georgia.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations, and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network, Twist and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.

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FAQ

What Peabody Awards were TEGNA stations nominated for?

TEGNA stations were nominated for three Peabody Awards in 2020, recognizing impactful local journalism.

Which TEGNA stations received Peabody Award nominations?

ABC10, KARE 11, and KING 5 received nominations for the Peabody Awards in 2020.

What were the topics of the Peabody Award nominations for TEGNA?

The nominations included investigative reporting on PG&E's role in wildfires, preventable deaths in jails, and racial injustice.

Who is the executive producer for ABC10's nominated piece?

Gonzalo Magana is the executive producer for ABC10's nominated piece, 'FIRE-POWER-MONEY: Holding PG&E Accountable'.

What year did TEGNA's stations receive Peabody Award nominations?

TEGNA's stations received Peabody Award nominations for the year 2020.