Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: The Daily Progress Entry Title: Daily Progress coverage of May 4, 2024, pro-Palestine protest Entry Credit: Jason Armesto Judge Comment: Exceptional coverage of a situation that appeared to spiral out of control.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Danville Register and Bee Entry Title: Charles Wilborn -- Breaking 01 Entry Credit: Charles Wilborn Judge Comment: Emotional coverage that left the reader crying for those affected. Shows definite skill in writing.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Northern Virginia Daily Entry Title: Breaking News: Wildfire Entry Credit: Ryan Fitzmaurice Judge Comment: Writing skills brought to life the despair of those involved in these fire. Excellent coverage.