Gray Media Stations Win 93 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards

Event summary

  • 41 of Gray Media’s local television stations earned 93 regional Edward R. Murrow Awards for excellence in journalism.
  • WVUE in New Orleans led all Gray stations with nine awards, followed by WMTV in Madison with six.
  • Four stations received awards for Overall Excellence, the highest honor.
  • Eleven stations received awards for Investigative Reporting.
  • Awards span categories including Digital, Hard News, Podcast, Excellence in Video, Continuing Coverage, and Excellence in Innovation.

The big picture

Gray Media’s 93 regional Edward R. Murrow Awards underscore its commitment to high-quality local journalism, a strategic differentiator in an era of declining trust in media. The awards span multiple categories, highlighting Gray’s strength in both traditional and digital journalism. With 78 markets featuring top-rated television stations, Gray’s focus on excellence positions it well in a competitive broadcasting landscape.

What we're watching

Sustainability of Quality
Whether Gray Media can sustain this level of journalistic excellence amid industry-wide cost pressures.
National Recognition
The pace at which Gray’s regional award winners advance to and win national Edward R. Murrow Awards.
Digital Innovation
How Gray’s investments in digital journalism will impact its competitive positioning in the evolving media landscape.