Thanks To NBC, More Than 500,000 Pets Find Homes
September 8th, 2020 by Paul GreeleySince 2014, NBC and Telemundo owned stations’ Clear The Shelters campaign has helped more than half a million pets find new homes. In Trenton, N.J., a dog that had been living in a shelter for seven years found a new home.
WECT Helps Provide More Than 500,000 Meals To Fight Hunger
September 4th, 2020 by Paul GreeleyWECT, Grays NBC affiliate in Wilmington, North Carolina, raised more than $50,000 for children in the area who face food security as part of the Stop Summer Hunger Virtual Food Drive.
Three Iowa TV Competitors Partner For Derecho Relief
September 1st, 2020 by Paul GreeleyTheir broadcast area was heavily damaged by an Aug. 10 derecho with 140-mph winds that lasted for 45 minutes. There is extensive damage to cities, homes and agriculture stretching from the center of the state and east into Illinois. A 40-mile-wide path of destruction is so severe it can be seen from satellite images.
WMAQ Chicago Explores Systematic Roots Of Racism
August 31st, 2020 by Paul GreeleyIn a new series, WMAQ will cover different topics that are deeply rooted in bias and racism. “As a journalist I feel a sense of responsibility to report stories that will hopefully inform and educate viewers about the important issues that have led to the Black Lives Matter movement,” said Marion Brooks, WMAQ’s investigative reporter.
WDIV Schools Detroit On Education Questions
August 27th, 2020 by Paul GreeleyIf ever there was a time to focus and brand news coverage on education, it’s now. What was a reliable, routine, well-oiled machine—the physical act of education, going to school—has turned into chaos and uncertainty due to Covid 19.
Local TV Stations Push For Racial Equality
August 20th, 2020 by Paul GreeleyPerhaps a significant step toward real equality could begin with televised dialogues, conversations, interactions and discussions so racial inequality gets exposed to thousands of people in communities all over the U.S., and a path to equality begins to emerge.
Drivers Lineup At 3 A.M. For WDSU’s School Supply Drive
August 17th, 2020 by Paul GreeleyAt 3 o’clock in the morning in New Orleans, drivers lined up to receive free school supplies from WDSU, Hearst’s NBC affiliate there, as part of the station’s Student Connection School Supply Drive, even though the start time wasn’t until 9.
KSHB Celebrates Its 50 Years Of Television In Kansas City
August 13th, 2020 by Paul Greeley“It’s an honor to look back at the past five decades and reflect on the impact the station has had on the Kansas City area community,” said Kathleen Choal, KSHB’s general manager. Throughout August, KSHB will feature numerous stories and impactful moments over the years, while looking forward to the role it will play in the months, years and decades to come.
WPTV’s Live Coverage Of ‘Isaias’, Working Remotely
August 5th, 2020 by Paul GreeleyWPTV provided viewers with weather coverage of Isaias for more than 20 hours all while staying safe and socially distanced. Due to the virus, everything from food planning to sleeping arrangements at the station had to be modified.
WDIV Gives Free Advertising To 15 Small Businesses
August 4th, 2020 by Paul GreeleyWDIV’s Vote 4 The Best contest, which generated more than 650,000 votes, awarded $7,500 each to 15 small businesses that won in their category.