Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio Awarded with Two Edward R. Murrow Awards

The media station has received awards in the Digital and Hard News categories

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Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio Awarded with Two Edward R. Murrow Awards
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We’re thrilled to share that Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio have won two Edward R. Murrow Awards! Congratulations to our production teams and collaborators on this exciting achievement.

The Edward R. Murrow Awards, presented by the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA), are among the most prestigious honors in journalism. They recognize outstanding achievements in broadcast and digital news that uphold the highest standards of ethics, accuracy, and public service—values championed by legendary journalist Edward R. Murrow.

Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio are incredibly proud to receive these honors, as it affirms our commitment to delivering trusted, impactful journalism that serves our communities. This award is a testament to the hard work of our teams and the importance of public media in fostering an informed and engaged public.

You can read and listen to our award-winning pieces here:

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