Chuck Scarborough

WCBS/Channel 2 Takes Top Honor at New York Emmys; MSG and WNBC Lead Way in Trophies Won - Posted April 2, 2012
[caption id="attachment_57167" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="WCBS' Lonnie Quinn and Chris Wragge accompanied by their new Emmys."][/caption] The best and brightest on the New York TV scene were on display last night at the 55th annual local Emmy Awards. FishbowlNY was on hand for the four-hour awards cere... [FishbowlLA]

WCBS/Channel 2 Takes Top Honor at New York Emmys; MSG and WNBC Lead Way in Trophies Won - Posted April 2, 2012
[caption id="attachment_57167" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="WCBS' Lonnie Quinn and Chris Wragge accompanied by their new Emmys."][/caption] The best and brightest on the New York TV scene were on display last night at the 55th annual local Emmy Awards. FishbowlNY was on hand for the four-hour awards cere... [FishbowlNY]

(Video) Chuck Scarborough Celebrates 38 Years at WNBC - Posted March 23, 2012
It's a bittersweet anniversary for Chuck Scarborough, who marks an incredible 38 years at WNBC March 25. Earlier this month, his on-air "better half," Sue Simmons... [FishbowlNY]

Sportscasting Veteran Don Gould Retires After Four Decades - Posted March 13, 2012
With the state of broadcasting linked to state of the economy, cost-cutting of talent is commonplace. So it's nice to see a good, old-fashioned retirement! Don Gould did that Sunday, in walking away from his weekend morning sportscasting r... [FishbowlNY]

The Internet Tries to 'Save Sue Simmons' - Posted March 8, 2012
If you've ever pitched media in New York, then you're probably familiar with Sue Simmons, who for 32 years has been at the WNBC4 anchor desk with her "Ron Burgundy," Chuck Scarborough. In an effort to ruin a beautiful spring-like day, the network dropped news yesterday that Simmons' contract has not... [PRNewser]

Sue Simmons Out at WNBC After More Than Three Decades - Posted March 7, 2012
For 32 years, Sue Simmons has been teamed with Chuck Scarborough, forging an on-air partnership for the ages at WNBC/Channel 4. But that's apparently go... [FishbowlNY]

WNBC Cutting Longtime Anchor Sue Simmons - Posted March 7, 2012
WNBC has reportedly decided not to renew the contract of longtime anchor Sue Simmons... [TVSpy]

Manhattan's A-List Turns Out for Harvey Weinstein's Giants Pep Rally - Posted February 1, 2012
I've been covering Wednesday's at Michael's for five years and have never seen anything like the head-spinning scene that unfolded there today. Harvey Weinstein and Stev... [FishbowlLA]

Time to Pick the Best Radio Team in New York - Posted January 23, 2012
First, we had the poll showing Chuck Scarborough and Sue Simmons were the all-time number one anchor team in your hearts. Now, it's time to choose the best radio team in New York City. Whether in news (several tandems from ... [FishbowlNY]

And Your Choice for Top All-Time Anchor Team... - Posted January 13, 2012
[caption id="attachment_50720" align="alignright" width="275" caption="King and Queen of the anchor desk"][/caption]FishbowlNY readers rallied behind our poll for the All-Time Anchor Team. No doubt it brought a flood of memories from a bygone era. Rollan... [FishbowlNY]

Time to Handout 2nd Annual Barmash Awards for Excellence in TV News - Posted December 14, 2011
It's that time of the year---time for buying Christmas trees, and subsequently decorating them with all the trimmings. Our Jewish friends are digging out the menorahs, and making sure they have enough candles. But it's also the season for countless awards. FishbowlNY is no exception, as we present our 2nd annual Barmash... [FishbowlLA]

Time to Handout 2nd Annual Barmash Awards for Excellence in TV News - Posted December 14, 2011
It's that time of the year---time for buying Christmas trees, and subsequently decorating them with all the trimmings. Our Jewish friends are digging out the menorahs, and making sure they have enough candles. But it's also the season for countless awards. FishbowlNY is no exception, as we present our 2nd annual Barmash... [SocialTimes.com]

Time to Handout 2nd Annual Barmash Awards for Excellence in TV News - Posted December 14, 2011
It's that time of the year---time for buying Christmas trees, and subsequently decorating them with all the trimmings. Our Jewish friends are digging out the menorahs, and making sure they have enough candles. But it's also the season for countless awards. FishbowlNY is no exception, as we present our 2nd annual Barmash... [FishbowlNY]

Helicopter Crashes Into The East River, and NYC Local Stations Go Back On the Air - Posted October 4, 2011
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Stuck in Europe Following Honeymoon, WCBS Anchor Maurice DuBois Was 'Desperate for any Shred of Information' During 9/11 - Posted September 9, 2011
For several days, we've been offering you some insight as to how some well-known reporters and anchors covered the horrific day 10 years ago when our city, world, and life would change forever. We conclude our special coverage--9... [FishbowlNY]

Mayor Bloomberg Terror Threat Briefing Only Covered Live By WCBS and WNBC - Posted September 8, 2011
With the ten-year anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on Sunday, there's word of a credible, but unconfirmed threat that authorities were taking seriously. The threat, to coincide with this weekend's memorial services, potentially involves New York and/or Washington. Moments before President Obama's jobs address to Congre... [FishbowlNY]

Jersey Shore Remains Number One, While Hurricane Irene Brings in Strong Ratings - Posted September 1, 2011
It's another week with Jersey Shore taking hold of the top prime time spot in New York. The popular MTV reality show, now in its fourth season, had an estimated 1.1 million viewers and a 5.3 rating, according to the Nielsen Company. While the Jersey Shore gang was hanging out in Italy,... [FishbowlNY]

TV Stations Go Wall-to-Wall for Irene Coverage All Weekend - Posted August 28, 2011
As Hurricane Irene churned in the Atlantic with a bulls-eye at New York City's back, TV stations went into non-stop coverage throughout the weekend. The category-one storm made her first landfall early Saturday morning in Cape Lookout, North Carolina as stations began their wall-to-wall mode. Accentuating the serious n... [AllTwitter]

Brian Williams anchoring on WNBC - Posted August 28, 2011
Brian Williams is anchoring the 1pm hour on WNBC in New York giving a break to the local anchors who've been on the air for more than 24 hours. "Brian we want to thank you for joining us in our News 4 newsroom," said meteorologist ... [TVNewser]

Veteran NYC Anchors Ernie Anastos, Bill Ritter and Chuck Scarborough Recall 9/11 Memories - Posted August 19, 2011
With the 10th anniversary of 9/11/01 just three weeks away, FishbowlNY interviewed three veteran anchors in New York City -- ... [TVSpy]

Anchors Ernie Anastos, Bill Ritter, and Chuck Scarborough Relive Their Most Difficult Professional Challenge--9/11 - Posted August 19, 2011
Despite working their famous calm exterior, some of New York's veteran anchors endured emotional pain, tears, and a personal scare in covering that catastrophic Tuesday ten years ago. The tragedy of 9/11, which of course started in the morning, was one of those rare breaking news stories whe... [FishbowlLA]

Anchors Ernie Anastos, Bill Ritter, and Chuck Scarborough Relive Their Most Difficult Professional Challenge--9/11 - Posted August 19, 2011
Despite working their famous calm exterior, some of New York's veteran anchors endured emotional pain, tears, and a personal scare in covering that catastrophic Tuesday ten years ago. The tragedy of 9/11, which of course started in the morning, was one of those rare breaking news stories whe... [GalleyCat]

WNBC Names Shiba Russell and Tom Llamas as 5 p.m. Anchor Team - Posted August 18, 2011
WNBC/Channel 4, which previously decided to bring back its 5 p.m. newscast, has named its anchor team. Shiba Russell (right), a weekend co-anchor with David Ushery... [FishbowlLA]

New York Stations Scramble to Cover Death of Osama Bin Laden - Posted May 2, 2011
On a night that the world learned about the death of Osama Bin Laden, TV networks and New York City stations poured in special coverage. The first word came in at 10:45 p.m. last night that President Obama would make a major announcement from the East Room of the White House. He... [FishbowlNY]

Cameos Galore in "Adjustment Bureau" - Posted March 7, 2011
Several journos and political media figures make cameo appearances in Matt Damon's new movie, "The Adjustment Bureau" in which Damon plays a politician running for a New York Senate seat. In the film: CNN's ... [FishbowlDC]

Marking First Anniversary With LX New York, Jane Hanson Says 'We Are Now' the 'Go To Show' - Posted March 7, 2011
While everyone is familiar with the legendary team of Chuck Scarborough and Sue Simmons, Jane Hanson... [FishbowlNY]

More Storm Coverage Ratings Analysis: WNYW and WABC Beat Competition - Posted January 14, 2011
As the latest snowstorm began to churn its way into New York Tuesday night, WNYW and WABC were winning their respective newscasts with Adults 25-54. First at 10 pm., the anchor team of Ernie Anastos, ... [FishbowlNY]

Welcome to the First 'Barmash' Awards for Best in Local News - Posted January 10, 2011
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David Ushery Guides Viewers Through The Debrief - Posted January 4, 2011
Since 2009, WNBC has given viewers a behind-the-scenes pass to their studios and newsroom with The Debrief. The program is a high-energy, no-script combination week-in-review and look-ahead with the reporters locked in on those specific stories. But, what makes the show work best is its host--... [FishbowlNY]

Veteran WNBC Anchor Sue Simmons Recovering from Back Surgery - Posted November 8, 2010
If you're wondering why Sue Simmons has been a no-show during the all-important November sweeps period--the veteran anchor had back surgery. A WNBC spokeswoman says Simmons will be off the air for the "next several weeks," but she is home and recovering very we... [FishbowlNY]

Chuck Scarborough Takes on Hurricane Earl from Southampton - Posted September 7, 2010
Hurricane Earl proved to be non-existent from New York City to the west. However, Long Island, specifically out on the East End, is where the storm made a brief appearance. The local stations spent several minutes instituting their standard "team coverage." From the resident meteorologist to the reporter on the scene where the... [FishbowlNY]

Lunch: Power Blondes Rule! Katie Couric, Tina Brown and Barbara Walters Hold Court - Posted July 22, 2009
— DIANE CLEHANE Today at Michael's, they were dishing like it was 2007. As if the head-spinning assortment of media alpha gals (Katie! Tina! Barbara!) wasn't enough to keep us busy, the dining room, bar and lounge was jam-packed with mavens and moguls of all stripes who barely made time to peck... [FishbowlNY]