Gray Media announced today that Local News Live’s signature afternoon newscast has been added to the daily programming lineup of 37 of its local television stations. This expansion means the one-hour newscast, featuring top stories from local journalists across the country, now airs Monday through Friday in a total of 46 television markets. The program reaches more than 19 million households, according to Nielsen.
The newscast is led by Local News Live Anchor and National Correspondent Debra Alfarone, providing live coverage of breaking news and local perspectives on major stories from Gray’s 113 markets. The program also includes contributions from Gray’s Washington DC Bureau team, offering White House press briefing updates and reports from New York City on topics like Wall Street and the United Nations.
Lisa Allen, General Manager of Gray’s Washington Operations, emphasized that Local News Live is uniquely positioned to deliver national stories through a distinct local lens. This increased footprint allows Gray Media to deliver impactful news and information to millions more viewers, reinforcing its commitment to local journalism and expanding its audience reach.
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