WHIO-TV Wins Regional Edward R. Murrow Award

WHIO-TV Wins Regional Edward R. Murrow Award

DAYTON, OH - May 23, 2024 -WHIO-TV is proud to announce its prestigious win of the 2024 Regional RTDNA Edward R. Murrow Award for Best Newscast in the small market Television category. This esteemed recognition honors WHIO-TV's exceptional coverage of the tragic bus crash that shook Dayton, Ohio, in August 2023.

"I couldn't be more proud of the News Center 7 team," said Cox Media Group Ohio Vice President and General Manager Darren Moore. "I see how hard everyone works in that newsroom. They care deeply for this community and are dedicated to providing important news. It's so good to see hard-working people recognized for what they give back."

The Edward R. Murrow Award underscores WHIO-TV's unwavering commitment to journalistic excellence and dedication to serving the local community. In the aftermath of the devastating bus accident, WHIO-TV's comprehensive reporting provided critical information, offered solace, and united the community in a time of grief and healing.

"It was an emotional day for our newsroom but the News Center 7 team pushed through with the comprehensive coverage our community was counting on," said News Director Joe Cowan. "We are very proud of this recognition, but even more proud to be the station the Miami Valley consistently turns to for important news in our community."

The Radio Television Digital News Association has been presenting this award since 1972, as the embodiment of the values, principles and standards set forth by Edward R. Murrow, a broadcast pioneer who set the standard for the highest quality broadcast journalism.

Regional award winners are under consideration for national Edward R. Murrow Award recognition to be announced at a later date.

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