WKMG-TV Awarded 'Large Market Overall Station of the Year' by Florida Association of Broadcast Journalists

WKMG-TV News 6 at 2024 FABJ Awards

WKMG-TV News 6 the Graham Media Group owned CBS affiliate in Orlando, Florida has been named the Large Market Overall Station of the Year by the Florida Association of Broadcast Journalists (FABJ). The FABJ held its annual Florida News Awards ceremony on Saturday, April 20, at the Rosen Centre in Orlando, FL. This prestigious recognition marks the third time since 2018 that WKMG has earned this honor, reinforcing its commitment to quality journalism and community service.

"Our team of multi-platform journalists understands the importance of community, the power of information, and the requirement that our audience be able to access that information anytime and anywhere," said WKMG News Director Allison McGinley. "Our mission is clear: to be of service and to Get Results for Central Florida."

The FABJ award ceremony celebrated excellence in broadcast journalism across the state, and WKMG stood out for its outstanding coverage and impactful storytelling. The station and its reporters took home awards in the following categories:

  • Breaking News

  • Digital Reporting

  • Investigations

  • Political Reporting

  • Team Coverage

In addition to these wins, the WKMG team was recognized as a finalist in seven additional categories, including Environmental, Transportation, and Educational Reporting, among others. This breadth of recognition highlights the station's commitment to diverse and comprehensive news coverage.

"We are incredibly proud of our team's achievements," said McGinley. "These awards reflect the hard work, dedication, and passion that our journalists bring to their work every day. We are honored to serve Central Florida and will continue to strive for excellence in everything we do."

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The FABJ is a 501(c)(6) not-for-profit organization operated by a volunteer board of broadcast journalism professionals based throughout Florida. The organization's annual awards ceremony continues to be a significant event, recognizing the dedication and talent of journalists who strive to inform and engage their communities.