What Makes Channel 11 Morning News Different

1. Breaking News Is Our Priority Covering breaking news and providing you with the best breaking news coverage are priorities we take seriously at Channel 11 News. We want you to have the most accurate and most up-to-date information before heading out the door. When a story is breaking we react and adjust to get details on the air as quickly as possible. We re-route crews and work to bring you live pictures from the scene immediately. No matter when you tune in during the newscast, you’ll know exactly what’s happening, where it’s happening and if it’s going to impact your day in some way. 2. We’ve Got Overnight News Covered The gathering of morning news doesn’t start at 5 a.m.; it begins as soon as the 11 o’clock news ends. Producers, Anchors, Reporters, Photographers and Assignment Editors are working all night long to bring you the best, most complete coverage when you wake up. You want to know what was happening while you were sleeping, and we provide you with the most comprehensive information every morning from 5 to 7 a.m. 3. Our Focus Is Local News Local news is what we’re about at Channel 11 News. It’s what we do. There are too many other sources where you can find national and international news. We pride ourselves on providing you with stories that are happening in your community. We report on news that’s important to you and your family. We bring you the latest local developments so you know exactly what’s going on and how it could affect you throughout the day and into the near future. 4. We’re Serious About Weather Weather is the one uniting factor that everyone has to deal with on a daily basis. You really can’t escape it. That’s why weather coverage is one of the key elements of Channel 11 Morning News. Every day Severe Weather Center 11 Meteorologist Krista Villarreal uses our most advanced technology to track conditions for the day ahead. She makes it her mission to alert you to dangerous situations immediately. Every 8 minutes throughout the newscast Krista is on the air with important weather information, so you know how to dress appropriately for the day ahead. Krista’s goal is to ensure you’re totally prepared before heading off to school or work. 5. A Strong Concentration On Traffic Trisha Pittman spends her morning looking for trouble and saving you time. As Pittsburgh’s most experienced traffic reporter, she knows better than anyone in the market how quickly smooth flowing traffic can be brought to a halt. With her firm understanding of local roadways, and with the assistance of our Traffic.com technology, Trisha is easily able to pin-point trouble spots and show you the Jam Factor for your commute. She quickly guides you around detours, tie-ups and delays. When you watch Channel 11 Morning News, you’ll know without a doubt where traffic is heavy and where it’s smooth sailing. 6. Team Coverage Bob Bruce, Newlin Archinal, Krista Villarreal and Trisha Pittman have been together longer than any morning team in town. That’s apparent when you watch Channel 11 Morning News. They understand their jobs. They know what their roles are in your morning routine. They’ve got a rhythm that comes from years of experience. They’re able work together smoothly and in a cohesive manner to get you the news you need in the fastest way possible. They can change gears in an instant so you get the most important information right away. 7. More News, Fewer Commercials You may not notice it at first, but when you watch Channel 11 Morning News you get more news, weather and traffic. That’s because our newscast is designed with fewer commercials than our competitors. And that means more news, weather and traffic to start your day. So when you’re looking for Coverage You Can Count On, there’s only one place you can find it in the morning. For these reasons and many more, turn to Channel 11 Morning News every weekday morning from 5 to 7 a.m.