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Please join us in welcoming StormTeam 5's newest meteorologist, Sean Kelly! You can catch his forecasts on WCVB weekend mornings. Chief meteorologist Cindy Fitzgibbon asks Sean some rapid-fire questions.

Thursday night WCVB hosted the final debate between Sen. Ed Markey and Rep. Seth Moulton in partnership with the Boston Globe and WBUR. Watch how WCVB's outstanding crew worked hard to transform the studio into a debate stage. 

WCVB’s Chronicle, the nation’s longest-running and highest-rated locally produced news magazine, will air an additional hour each weekday. Starting Monday, September 7, Chronicle will air weekdays from 2:00–3:00 PM, featuring an encore of the previous night's episode followed by Classic Chronicle, highlighting memorable stories from the archives. The expanded lineup reflects WCVB's continued commitment to local storytelling and gives viewers even more ways to enjoy nearly 45 years of the people, places and stories that define New England. Episodes will also be available to stream on the free Very Local app. https://lnkd.in/gzRxz2q7

Happy retirement, Mike Wankum! After 20 years here at WCVB - and more than 30 years on the air in Boston - tonight will be Mike's final forecast. Please join us in wishing this legendary meteorologist a great next season.

For more than four decades, Karen Holmes Ward embodied WCVB’s deep commitment to community, using the power of media to elevate untold stories, spotlight critical issues and champion organizations making a meaningful difference. In honor of her extraordinary legacy following her retirement in fall 2025 as director of public affairs and community services and host and executive producer of "CityLine", WCVB established the Karen Holmes Ward Public Service Award. We invite small to mid-sized non profit organizations to apply for the opportunity to have their mission amplified through the resources of WCVB and its partners, United Way of Massachusetts Bay and The Castle Group. Learn more about this award: https://lnkd.in/e_JGA6SA

Go Team! The Final Leg of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Massachusetts visited us this afternoon! They're gearing up for the statewide summer games and carrying the Flame of Hope across the state. Join us in wishing them good luck!

Chronicle on WCVB is, and always has been, a true insider's guide to New England! And we've got you covered on your big and small screens. Ways to watch Chronicle: 📺Watch Live on TV 📺 Catch Chronicle weeknights at 7:30 PM on WCVB Channel 5. Stream Free on Your TV with Very Local: 📍Roku 📍Amazon Fire 📍Apple TV 📍Android TV 🤳Stream Free on Your Phone or Tablet 💻Catch up on episodes at WCVB.com #Chronicle #VeryLocal #WCVB #NewEngland #boston Hearst Hearst Television

WCVB Channel 5 has been honored with a 2026 Celebration of Service to America First Informers Award from the National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation. The First Informers Award recognizes a station’s role as the public’s first source of critical information during emergencies and crises. WCVB NewsCenter 5 earned this recognition for delivering clear, accurate, and continuous breaking news coverage during the mass shooting at Brown University and the multi-state manhunt that followed, helping keep our community informed throughout a fast-moving public safety crisis. As NAB Leadership Foundation President Michelle Duke said, local stations are “the voices you come to trust. Sources you turn to without hesitation.” We’re grateful for the recognition and for the work of journalists who serve their communities in moments like these.

“Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.” - Special Olympics Athlete Oath. This year the Hearst New England television stations are teaming up to run in the #BostonMarathon in support of Special Olympics Massachusetts! By fundraising for this incredible organization, we can help provide essential training and competition opportunities for athletes with intellectual disabilities. Each donation raised by our runners and given by our viewers will directly contribute to empowering athletes to showcase their skills and achieve their personal best. Join our runner, A.J. Burnett, by pledging your support at wcvb.com/specialolympics We thank you! #BostonMarathon #SpecialOlympics #WCVB #Boston #massachusetts Hearst Television Very Local Special Olympics

This year, WCVB is proud to run the Boston Marathon in support of Special Olympics of Massachusetts. Donate today at wcvb.com/specialolympics These funds provide training and competition opportunities for athletes with intellectual disabilities. Join us in celebrating inclusion and empowering these athletes to achieve their personal best. Every bit of support makes a meaningful impact.