NewsCenter 5 is the flagship news operation of WCVB-TV, Boston’s leading broadcast and digital media station. As the local ABC affiliate, NewsCenter 5 delivers comprehensive coverage of news, weather, sports, and community affairs to the Greater Boston area and beyond. Operating across multiple platforms—including WCVB Channel 5, wcvb.com, mobile apps, and MeTV Boston—NewsCenter 5 is renowned for its commitment to quality local journalism and innovative storytelling. Founded in 1972 by community leaders, WCVB quickly established itself as a trusted source for Bostonians. NewsCenter 5, in particular, has become synonymous with in-depth reporting and community engagement. The organization produces over 47 hours of news programming each week, including signature shows like Chronicle, the nation’s longest-running local news magazine, and CityLine, a weekly urban magazine program. In recent years, NewsCenter 5 expanded its offerings with new weekday and weekend newscasts, including a 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. broadcast, as well as a prime-time newscast on MeTV Boston. NewsCenter 5’s achievements are marked by numerous prestigious awards, including RTDNA Edward R. Murrow Awards for “Best Newscast,” National Headliner Awards, Gracie Awards, and regional Emmys. The organization is also recognized for its service to the community, earning accolades such as the National Association of Broadcasters Education Foundation’s “Service to the Community” award. Today, NewsCenter 5 continues to innovate, leveraging advanced broadcast technology and digital platforms to reach audiences wherever they are. As part of Hearst Television, NewsCenter 5 remains a cornerstone of Boston’s media landscape, setting standards for local news excellence and community impact.