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30-05-2025
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RTDNA Awards 81 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards to 38 Gray Television Stations
ATLANTA, May 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Media announced today that the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) awarded a combined 81 regional Edward R. Murrow awards for excellence in journalism to 38 of Gray's local stations, led by 9 separate awards to WMTV in Madison, Wisconsin and 8 to WVUE in New Orleans, Louisiana. Among the highest honors: Four awards for Overall Excellence — the highest honor bestowed — to KTUU in Anchorage, Alaska; WVLT in Knoxville, Tennessee; WPTA in Fort Wayne, Indiana; and WMTV in Madison. Nine awards for News Series to Hawaii News Now in Honolulu, Hawaii; WMTV in Madison; KMOV in St. Louis, Missouri; KOLN in Lincoln, Nebraska; WTVG in Toledo, Ohio; WIS in Columbia, South Carolina; WSMV in Nashville, Tennessee; WRDW in Augusta, Georgia; and WVUE in New Orleans. Seven awards for Best Newscast to KKTV in Colorado Springs, Colorado; WMTV in Madison; KCTV in Kansas City, Missouri; WCSC in Charleston, South Carolina; WVUE in New Orleans; WCAX in Burlington, Vermont; and WWBT in Richmond, Virginia. Six awards for Investigative Reporting to KPTV in Portland, Oregon; Hawaii News Now in Honolulu; KFVS in Cape Girardeau, Missouri; KMOV in St. Louis; WIS in Columbia; and WRDW in Augusta. Six awards for Excellence in Innovation to WIBW in Topeka, Kansas; KBTX in Bryan, Texas; WMTV in Madison; WVUE in New Orleans; WTVG in Toledo; and WCAX in Burlington. Six awards for Continuing Coverage to KOLD in Tucson, Arizona; KMOV in St. Louis; KBTX in Bryan; WTVG in Toledo; WVUE in New Orleans; and WRDW in Augusta. Six awards for Hard News to WKYT in Lexington, Kentucky; WMTV in Madison; KFVS in Cape Girardeau; WVUE in New Orleans; WCAX in Burlington; and WRDW in Augusta. Six awards for News Documentary to Hawaii News Now in Honolulu; Arizona's Family in Phoenix, Arizona; KMOV in St. Louis; WNDU in South Bend, Indiana; WOIO in Cleveland, Ohio; and WVUE in New Orleans. Five awards for Digital to Arizona's Family in Phoenix; WMTV in Madison; KMOV in St. Louis; KWTX in Waco, Texas; and WCSC in Charleston. Five awards for Podcast to Hawaii News Now in Honolulu; WSAW in Wausau, Wisconsin; WDBJ in Roanoke, Virginia; WANF in Atlanta, Georgia; and WCTV in Tallahassee, Florida. 'Gray is firmly committed to providing content that serves our communities in every newscast and on every platform,' said Gray Chairman and CEO Hilton H. Howell Jr. 'I am proud of these honors and all the dedicated journalists in this company who exemplify our mission.' 'Congratulations to our recognized news teams for demonstrating excellence and an abiding commitment to local journalism that makes an impact,' stated Gray Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Sandy Breland. The Edward R. Murrow Awards have been awarded for outstanding broadcast and digital journalism since 1971. Gray's regional award winners will move on to the national round of the annual competition. National awards will be announced in August. About Gray Media: Gray Media, Inc. (NYSE: GTN) is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 37 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 78 markets with the top-rated television station and 99 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station during 2024, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 44 markets. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. For more information, please visit Gray Contact: Sandy Breland, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, 404-266-8333 # # #Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data
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09-05-2025
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Man Intentionally Drove into Family, Killing Mom and Dog, in ‘Act of Revenge' — and Then Died in Jail Days Later
Jeffrey Endres allegedly drove his SUV into a family in a deliberate act of revenge, killing Dr. Kami Hansen and the family dog The motive was reportedly tied to allegations of a "sensitive crime" committed by a Hansen family member against a child in Endres' family Endres was found dead in his jail cell days after being charged with multiple felonies A man in Wisconsin charged with intentionally driving into a family during a walk — killing the mother and the family dog — has been found dead in his jail cell. Authorities confirmed that an individual was found unresponsive in their cell just before 6 a.m. Tuesday and later pronounced dead, prompting an ongoing investigation led by Madison Police. The Dane County Medical Examiner later identified the deceased as Jeffrey Endres, 49, according to WMTV and WMSN. Endres had been charged just a day earlier with multiple felonies, including first-degree intentional homicide, for allegedly driving his Chevrolet Traverse into a neighboring family walking their dog on April 28. The crash killed 41-year-old chiropractor Dr. Kami Hansen and the family's pit bull terrier. Her husband, Paul Hansen, and their 13-year-old son were also struck and injured. The son was hospitalized with a concussion and required surgery, while Paul sustained minor injuries. According to a criminal complaint cited by WTMJ, Endres was motivated by what prosecutors described as a 'sensitive crime' allegedly committed by a Hansen family member against a child in Endres' family. Just hours before the fatal crash, Endres had received public records tied to that investigation. He and the Hansens had previously been close friends and neighbors, according to the complaint. Witnesses told police the SUV appeared to accelerate directly at the family. Paul Hansen recalled hearing the engine rev before the vehicle jumped the curb and hit them. One neighbor estimated Endres was driving at least 60 mph in a 25 mph zone. Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? Sign up for for breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases. Despite these accounts, Endres told medical staff after the crash that he was driving 25 mph to a gas station and had simply lost control. He was treated for crash-related injuries at the hospital, where he also reportedly disclosed recent suicidal thoughts. Police said Endres had been aware of the criminal allegations involving the children just hours before the crash. Deputy District Attorney William Brown said the crash was an 'act of revenge.' Endres was charged with first-degree intentional homicide, two counts of attempted homicide, and felony animal mistreatment. A judge set his bail at $1 million on Monday. If convicted, he faced life in prison. His attorney, Emily Bell, did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for comment. A cause of death has not yet been released. Read the original article on People
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09-05-2025
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Father Of Girl Who Killed 2 At Wisconsin School Is Charged With Supplying Guns
The father of a 15-year-old who shot and killed a teacher and fellow student at her Wisconsin Christian school last December has been arrested and charged with several felonies related to the deadly attack, police said. Jeffrey Rupnow, 42, was arrested Thursday and charged with contributing to the delinquency of a child and two counts of providing a dangerous weapon to a person under 18 resulting in death, the Madison Police Department announced. Rupnow's daughter Natalie 'Samantha' Rupnow, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound following the Dec. 16 shooting, had 'regular access' to firearms and a 'fascination with weapons and school shootings,' which was made evident through personal items recovered at her home, said Madison Police Chief John Patterson. These items included a self-written manifesto titled 'War Against Humanity,' as well as drawings and videos 'all detailing interest to mass violence,' Patterson said at a press conference. A cardboard model and hand-drawn floor plans of Abundant Life Christian School, where the shooting took place, were also recovered at the home she shared with her father, according to a criminal complaint obtained by local station WMTV. 'The items recovered were disturbing, alarming, and they would have led any average person to the [concern] of violence,' Patterson said. The elder Rupnow told detectives that he had three rifles and nine pistols inside a gun safe in his home, all of which he had purchased. He stored an additional gun under his bed, which he said he planned to give his daughter for Christmas, according to the complaint. 'There was a gun safe in the home. Based on our investigation, it did not stop the teen from having regular access to the firearms,' Patterson said. 'I got the weapons by lies and manipulation, and my fathers stupidity,' the teen wrote in documents recovered from her home, according to the complaint. Rupnow, who did not have an attorney listed as representing him, has his first court appearance scheduled for Friday.
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28-04-2025
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Officials celebrate after making sweeping changes to traffic, street lights: 'Significantly lower electricity bills'
Residents of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, have something to be excited about. As of early March, the municipality has achieved 100% renewable power for all of the city's electric operations, as reported by WMTV 15 News. "Now we have significantly lower electricity bills," Rose Daily, Sun Prairie sustainability manager, told the local outlet. The Madison suburb is moving away from oil and coal in favor of solar and other clean energy sources to power its municipal systems, "from traffic lights to street lights." The effort is in line with similar projects across the state. Last month, Wisconsin Public Radio reported on communities like Sun Prairie that are committed to switching to renewable energy sources, including River Falls, which reached its own goal of powering municipal buildings with 100% renewable energy in 2020. The sizable cities of Madison and Milwaukee are also working to run on renewables. Though Daily said Sun Prairie's solar panels made for a large initial investment — mainly funded by grants — the cost savings over time should be significant. According to WMTV, the city's electricity bill has already dropped by $40,000 since the solar panels "and other renewable energy infrastructure" were installed. These savings have the potential to translate to lower tax bills for residents. Sun Prairie is also seeing more homes and businesses choosing to run on renewables, Daily shared with the local news. Installing solar panels or drawing on a community solar program are impactful ways to reduce a building's environmental impact. Solar power can help replace the dirty energy that releases heat-trapping pollution into our atmosphere and harms human health. In addition to reducing pollution from sources like oil, coal, and gas, using solar panels can save consumers money on their electric bills, just as it has for Sun Prairie. EnergySage's solar calculator is one tool that might help determine that savings potential. For additional savings, U.S. residents may also be eligible for tax benefits through the Inflation Reduction Act. It's worth noting that the Trump administration has expressed the intention to undo IRA programs, so acting sooner rather than later may be the best bet for anyone hoping to utilize related rebates or credits. However, it would take an act of Congress to repeal the act. Anne Rodriguez of the not-for-profit WPPI Energy told WPR, "Often in the background there is a sustainability committee in the community that is advising the municipality and its utility on what it is they want to achieve." Community members looking to encourage their city or town to prioritize renewable energy might consider getting involved in this kind of initiative. Do you think your city has good air quality? Definitely Somewhat Depends on the time of year Not at all Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Sun Prairie's sustainability efforts are expected to have positive impacts on the environment and the economy. WMTV says the city's next goal is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
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30-03-2025
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EDITORIAL: Counterproductive to 'explore' people's veto of Maine state budget
Mar. 30—It can be tricky to decide which developments to editorialize on, which to let pass by. The general consensus is that there's little value in giving additional airtime to ill-fated nonsense. There's an argument to be made, however, for calling ill-fated nonsense out. With that balancing act in mind, we'll dedicate a few paragraphs to a lamentable effort in Augusta last week: the decision by a group of Maine Republicans to file for a people's veto of the two-year state budget (which passed, by simple majority, earlier this month). "Rep. Gary Drinkwater, R-Milford, is listed as the applicant on the paperwork, which was also signed by Assistant House Minority Leader Katrina Smith, R-Palermo, Rep. Mike Soboleski, R-Phillips, Rep. Kimberly Haggan, R-Hampden, and Sen. David Haggan, R-Hampden," we reported. What now? They have until June 18 to submit a minimum of 67,682 voter signatures to place a proposal for a veto on a statewide ballot, exposing Maine to a debilitating months-long government shutdown if, thankfully, it's a big if, they are secured, validated and acted on. "The people are crying for Republicans to stand up," Rep. Katrina Smith told WMTV last week. "This was an effort by legislators who thought this would be a path forward, and we'll be exploring how that path goes forward from here." "We're under the gun here," her colleague Rep. Mike Soboleski said, referring to a gun of their own hasty making. "We've got to get a lot of work done in a very short period of time." You'll forgive us for not thinking it a particularly good use of time. Copy the Story Link
