What Happened Behind the Scenes to Make WRAL’s Durham Holiday Parade Broadcast Happen
WRAL’s live broadcast of the Durham Christmas Parade looked flawless on air, but a large crew worked hard behind the scenes to bring the festive fun to viewers. Cutting edge technology, a dedicated staff and some picture-perfect weather all came together for a successful morning both behind and in front of the camera. “The execution […]
WRAL-TV Honored with 23 Regional Emmy Noms, Repeat Nod for News Excellence
The Nashville/Midsouth Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced the nominees for the 38th Midsouth Regional Emmy Awards on Thursday, December 7, 2022, and WRAL-TV received 23 nods, including a nomination for News Excellence. The WRAL-TV nominees are: NEWS EXCELLENCEWRAL-TV MORNING NEWSCASTWRAL News this Morning – Brian Thomas, David Emke, Lauren Thomson, […]
WRAL-TV Coats for the Children Telethon Broadcasts TODAY
Keeping children warm for 35 years! WRAL-TV is once again collecting warm winter clothing, money and new toys for Salvation Army families in need. This annual community service campaign, presented by Jiffy Lube and The Whitley Law Firm, is one of WRAL-TV’s signature events. Now through Dec. 31, WRAL-TV invites the public to donate new […]
Building Skills in the Newroom: Emerging Leaders Profiles on Nakya Carter and Kenya Dupree
For the past 4 months, 11 students from three local universities, NC Central University, Shaw and St. Augustine’s, have been interning in Capitol Broadcasting divisions through the second year of the Emerging Leaders Program. A partnership between CBC and Leadership Triangle, the program combines hands on learning in departments aligned to their interests along with […]
Learning to Work to Your Strengths: Emerging Leaders Profile on Tillia Leary
For the past 4 months, 11 students from three local universities, NC Central University, Shaw and St. Augustine’s, have been interning in Capitol Broadcasting divisions through the second year of the Emerging Leaders Program. A partnership between CBC and Leadership Triangle, the program combines hands on learning in departments aligned to their interests along with […]
Long-Time Executive Producer Celebrates Decades-Long CBC Tower Lighting Tradition
CBC completed the trifecta of tower lightings for the holidays, as well as a half-hour special on WRAL-TV to broadcast the triple-event, on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. The WRAL-TV tower turned into a Christmas tree for the 65th time that night, and WRAL-TV Director of News Operations, Sports & Special Projects Leesa Moore has been […]
WRAL to light towers in Raleigh, Durham and Rocky Mount on Nov. 29
The annual WRAL Tower Lighting is scheduled for Nov. 29, 2023. Tune in to WRAL-TV at 7 p.m. to for a live, half-hour special of music and holiday cheer as we count down to when towers in Raleigh, Durham and Rocky Mount get their holiday glow. WRAL will welcome special musical guests the 82nd Airborne […]
Behind the Scenes at WRAL’s 50th Broadcast of the Raleigh Christmas Parade
A ton of planning and hard work go into WRAL’s coverage of the Raleigh Christmas Parade. The day starts super early for the production team, but they would not miss an opportunity to share the holiday fun with our viewers. WRAL’s 50th Broadcast of the Raleigh Christmas Parade was the best yet. Special guests returned […]
WRAL-TV’s Coats for the Children Campaign Keeping Children Warm for 35 Years!
Collection of warm winter clothing and new toys through Dec. 31Coats for the Children Telethon on Friday, Dec. 15 WRAL-TV is once again collecting warm winter clothing, money and new toys for Salvation Army families in need. This annual community service campaign, presented by Jiffy Lube and The Whitley Law Firm, is one of WRAL-TV’s […]
WRAL Celebrates 50th Anniversary Broadcast of Raleigh Christmas Parade This Saturday
Celebrating 50 Years of Holiday TV Magic! This holiday season, mark your calendars for a historic celebration as WRAL proudly presents the 50th anniversary broadcast of the Raleigh Christmas Parade, set to enchant viewers this Saturday, November 18. Join the festivities from the comfort of your homes with a live broadcast starting at 9 a.m. […]