News
2026 Regional EMMY® Winners Announced
Michigan broadcast stations and networks receiving awards included FanDuel Sports Network, WCMU-TV, WDIV-TV, WGVU-TV, WILX-TV, WJBK-TV, WKAR-TV, WLNS-TV, WNEM-TV, WOOD-TV, WTVS-TV, WWJ-TV, WWMT-TV, WXMI-TV, WXYZ-TV and WZZM-TV.
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Blake Hansen named WZZM-TV Chief Meteorologist
TEGNA’s WZZM-TV/13 ON YOUR SIDE (Grand Rapids) announced Monday (6/22) that Blake Hansen has been named the station’s Chief Meteorologist. Hansen joined the station in October 2021 as the weekend morning meteorologist. In December 2024, he moved into the weekday evening meteorologist position, where he’s delivered the forecast alongside anchor Juliet Dragos.
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Central Michigan University Announces 2026 Inductees to Media Hall of Fame
Central Michigan University’s School of Communication, Journalism, and Media proudly announces the next seven inductees into its Media Hall of Fame. The group includes alumni and retired faculty who have had distinguished careers in the fields of journalism, communication, public affairs, advertising, television, and academia.
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Mark Your Calendar
The MAB hosts events for all Michigan broadcasters throughout the year both in-person and online. Along with the continuing education opportunities, the MAB connects broadcasters with chances to network and celebrate during awards ceremonies. Keep track of the MAB opportunities on the events calendar.
News Directors Summit
November 17, 2026 | R.E. Olds Transportation Museum
Michigan’s broadcast news leaders are coming together for an afternoon of fresh ideas, candid conversation and valuable connections. Join us November 17 at the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum in Lansing for the MAB News Directors Summit, designed specifically for radio and television news directors to share what’s working, tackle common challenges and learn from one another as they navigate the rapidly changing world of local news.
1:00 - 4:00 pm News Directors Summit
4:00 - 5:30 pm "News & Brews" Reception
MAB Member Benefit Spotlight
