Civic Media teams win multiple WBA awards

Radio and television stations from across Wisconsin came together Saturday to celebrate their award-winning work at the 2026 Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Awards Gala. The awards were handed out at the Madison Marriott West in Middleton with 350 in attendance.

Competition for this year’s awards was as strong as ever with 1,322 award entries. A total of 108 stations participated. Entries were judged by professional broadcasters outside Wisconsin.

“Broadcasters show year after year their dedication to their local communities and it’s an honor to recognize their outstanding service,” said WBA President and CEO Michelle Vetterkind. “There’s so much for radio and TV broadcasters to be proud of and great reason to celebrate them and their work.”

Here are the winners:

Large Market: Best Morning Radio Show

WAUK Milwaukee, All News All Morning

Large Market: Best Newscast

WAUK Milwaukee, Stuart J. Wattles

Large Market: Best Use of Audio in Radio News

WMDX Madison, Evers Lights Holiday Tree at State Capitol

Large Market: Best Public Service Announcement

WAUK Milwaukee, PSA for Mental Health: Father Talks

Medium Market: Best Radio Show

WGBW Green Bay, NEWisco Weekend: Pride

Medium Market: Best Morning Radio Show

WRJN Racine, The Don Rosen Show

Medium Market: Best Newscast

WCFW Eau Claire, Turkeys

Medium Market: Best Interview

WRJN Racine, Bob Berry

Small Market: Best Original Digital Content

WRCO Richland Center, Hard of Hearing Student Athlete’s Success: Character Inspires Others

Congratulations to all of our teammates and thank you so much for the work you do!