News 12 Networks Takes Home 26 New York Emmy Awards

At the 69^th Annual New York Emmy Awards, News 12 earns the most awards of any organization

NEW YORK (October 12, 2026) - News 12, the preeminent hyperlocal news source across the New York tri-state area, continued to show its industry-leading excellence in journalism by taking home 26 New York Emmys at the 69th Annual New York Emmy Awards, the most of any network.

"This recognition reflects the extraordinary talent, dedication and deep connection to the communities that define News 12," said Audrey Gruber, Senior Vice President and General Manager of News 12. "Our wins spanned categories from breaking news and promotions to original programming and investigative reporting, underscoring the breadth and excellence of our work. Every day, our journalists work tirelessly to deliver trusted, impactful hyperlocal reporting that informs our viewers, elevates the stories that matter most and gives a voice to the people and neighborhoods we serve. These awards are a testament to the passion, creativity and commitment of our entire team, both in front of and behind the camera. We are incredibly proud to see their exceptional work honored by the New York Emmy Awards and remain committed to providing the high-quality, hyperlocal journalism our audiences rely on."

News 12 is an Optimum company, and as its parent company, Optimum is committed not only to helping customers stay connected through fiber internet, mobile, and TV services, but also to keeping them connected to their communities through the award-winning work of News 12 journalists who live and work in the areas the company serves.

Viewers can find News 12's award-winning journalism and original programming on its local linear channels serving the Bronx, Brooklyn, Connecticut, Hudson Valley, Long Island, New Jersey and Westchester; on News 12 New York, the network's 24/7 regional streaming channel; and on in2, a destination for News 12 Original Series spanning true crime, history, travel, wellness, documentaries and sports. in2 is available on Optimum Channel 1 in the Northeast and Channel 88 across the rest of the Optimum footprint.

The list of winners:

DIVERSITY/EQUITY/INCLUSION - NEWS (SINGLE SHIFT)

• Hope on the Ranch - Tara Rosenblum & Alan Flamenhaft

REPORTER - SPECIALTY ASSIGNMENT

• Tara Rosenblum

ENTERTAINMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT

• Haunted Tri-State: The Bakery - Audrey Gruber, Jaime Hellman, Denise Cavanaugh, Ginny Somma, Michael Roberts, Glenn Garthwaite & Kristie Reeter

PERFORMER/NARRATOR

• Tara Rosenblum

SOCIETAL CONCERNS - NEWS (NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT)

• Turn to Tara: Missing Victims - Tara Rosenblum, Audrey Gruber, Alan Flamenhaft, Jean Salzarulo, Lee Danuff & Karen Rebecchi

SOCIETAL CONCERNS - LONG FORM CONTENT

• Pulling the Trigger - Tara Rosenblum, Audrey Gruber, Alan Flamenhaft, Jean Salzarulo, Mark Stevenson, Lee Danuff, James DiGregorio & Dylan Yade

INVESTIGATIVE - SINGLE REPORT

• Rooms Without Rescue - Tara Rosenblum, Alan Flamenhaft, Audrey Gruber, Jean Salzarulo, Lee Danuff & Karen Rebecchi

INVESTIGATIVE - MULTIPLE REPORTS

• Deadly Force - Walt Kane, Karin Attonito, Anthony Cocco, Audrey Gruber & Jonathan Pearl

REPORTER - INVESTIGATIVE

• Tara Rosenblum

HISTORICAL/CULTURAL - LONG FORM CONTENT

• Penn Station - Audrey Gruber, Jaime Hellman & Jonathan Gordon

HUMAN INTEREST - NEWS (SINGLE SHIFT)

• Rhyming on the Rails - Mark Sudol & Ken Kienzle

REPORTER - FEATURES/HUMAN INTEREST

• Tara Rosenblum

TALK PROGRAM - LONG FORM CONTENT

• Be Well: The Rockettes 100th Anniversary - Gregory Piccioli, Audrey Gruber, Jamie Hellman, James DiGregorio, Joe Falcone, John Cirabisi, Kristie Reeter, Monee Bratton & Nancy Lynch

COMMUNITY SERVICE

• Turn to Tara: Under the Gun - Audrey Gruber

WRITER - NEWS

• Kevin Maher

PROMOTION - NEWS - NEWS PROMOTION - TOPICAL (SINGLE SPOT)

• Deadly Force Split Second Decision - William Kirschbaum, Brett Wingate, Casey Schick, Luke Wortman & Jasmine Hallen

PROMOTION - NON-NEWS - PROGRAM PROMOTION (SINGLE SPOT)

• Haunted Tri-State Watch if You Dare - William Kirschbaum, Zach Feldman, Casey Schick, Brett Wingate & Jasmine Hallen

NEWS FEATURE - SERIOUS FEATURE (MULTIPLE REPORTS)

• Daughter's Fight for Her Mother's Pension - Marissa Santorelli

ENVIRONMENT/SCIENCE - SHORT FORM CONTENT

• The East End: UpSculpt - Gregory Piccioli, Anthony Zito, Audrey Gruber, Erin Colton, Joe Arena, Joe Falcone & Karen Rebecchi

ENVIRONMENT/SCIENCE - LONG FORM CONTENT

• Garbage - Aubrey Gruber, Jamie Hellman, Michael Roberts & Jonathan Gordon

LIFESTYLE - LONG FORM CONTENT

• Fashion - Audrey Gruber, Jamie Hellman & Jonathan Gordon

CRIME/JUSTICE - NEWS (SINGLE SHIFT)

• Turn to Tara: A Daughter's Voice - Tara Rosenblum, Audrey Gruber, Alan Flamenhaft, Jean Salzarulo, Christopher Wood & Scott Cohen

CRIME/JUSTICE - NEWS (NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT)

• Turn to Tara: Gangs - Tara Rosenblum, Mark Stevenson, Audrey Gruber, Alan Flamenhaft, Jean Salzarulo, Lee Danuff, Scott Cohen & James DiGregorio

CRIME/JUSTICE - LONG FORM CONTENT

• Face of Evil: Alex Mengel - Tara Rosenblum, Audrey Gruber, Glenn Garthwaite, Alan Flamenhaft, Christopher Wood, Scott Cohen, Denise Cavanaugh & John Cirabisi

SPORTS REPORT - NEWS (SINGLE SHIFT)

• Saving Joe - Kevin Maher, Tom Schnaars & Karina Robledo

SPORTS REPORT- NEWS FEATURE (NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT)

• Long Live Marcus Rogers - Marissa Alter & Jim Mennino