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KVCR Press Release

KVCR Earns Two Emmy Nominations, Spotlighting Excellence in Inland Empire Storytelling

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San Bernardino, California – KVCR Public Media, the Inland Empire’s PBS Television Station (Channel 24) and NPR Radio Station (91.9 FM), is proud to announce that it has been nominated for two Emmy Awards, a remarkable recognition of the station’s commitment to telling meaningful, local stories that matter to our community.

The first nomination comes in the Documentary category for our original short series, The Warehouse Empire. This powerful and timely series was directed and hosted by San Bernardino-based filmmaker Sofia Figueroa, who set out to examine the rapid expansion of the warehouse and logistics sector across the Inland Empire. Through in-depth reporting and community interviews, the series investigates the far-reaching environmental, economic, and social impacts of this booming industry, shining a light on issues that are often overlooked in mainstream coverage.

“As the director of The Warehouse Empire, I'm deeply honored that our series has been nominated for an Emmy. Our goal was to spotlight the powerful stories of Inland Empire residents and bring attention to how the growing warehouse and logistics industry is affecting frontline communities. With the support of PBS stations like KVCR, we’re able to elevate local voices and bring greater visibility to the challenges and resilience within our community.” – Sofia Figueroa 

The second Emmy nomination falls under the category of Interview/Discussion – Short Form or Long Form Content, recognizing an episode of our local series Inland Edition. The nominated episode, Chris Burns: CEO, Boys Republic, features an insightful and heartfelt conversation with the leader of an organization making a profound impact on young lives in our region. Hosted by Joe Richardson, Inland Edition is dedicated to civic engagement, offering viewers a closer look at the people and issues shaping daily life in the Inland Empire—one meaningful conversation at a time.

“As the showrunner, producer, and editor of Inland Edition, I was truly enlightened by the depth of insight shared by the civic leaders and public servants we featured. Being nominated for an Emmy is an incredible honor, but the real reward was learning firsthand how these individuals serve our communities every day. Our goal was to highlight the people behind the decisions that shape our lives— and I'm proud that Inland Edition resonated with viewers in such a meaningful way." – Brad Greenwell, Showrunner/Producer/Editor, Inland Edition. 

“We are truly honored to be recognized for producing local content that resonates deeply with our community,” said Connie Leyva, Executive Director of KVCR | Executive Producer for both projects. “Our mission as the PBS station serving the Inland Empire is to provide high-quality, informative, and engaging programming that keeps our viewers informed and connected. To see that work recognized with Emmy nominations is incredibly rewarding. It affirms our belief that local storytelling matters—and that the Inland Empire deserves a strong voice in public media.”

These nominations not only celebrate excellence in broadcasting but also reflect KVCR’s ongoing dedication to amplifying diverse voices and uncovering stories that reflect the real challenges and triumphs of the region. Whether it's through investigative documentaries or engaging local discussions, KVCR continues to fulfill its public media mission: to educate, inform, and inspire.