The New Mexico Broadcasters Association and The Associated Press-New Mexico recognized excellence in broadcasting at an awards gala on Friday night. Radio and television stations were awarded for their news, entertainment, public affairs, and sports coverage.
The KUNM Newsroom earned awards in the Feature News, General News, Continuing Coverage, and Single-Topic Event News Coverage.
Thank you to the NMBA, the AP, and congratulations to all the winners!
KUNM News Department Winners:
- General News- Native American Elders In Need of Dual Language Health Info, Colleen Keane
- Feature News- Crane Hunting in the Middle Rio Grande Valley, Sidsel Overgaard
- Continuing Coverage- Legislative Preview Series, Jim Williams
- Single-Topic Event News- Secure Communities Immigration Series, Sarah Gustavus