News 12 Networks Takes Home 26 New York Emmy® Awards
At the 69th 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