Telemundo 51 #1 In South Florida Local News @ 11 PM.

Telemundo 51/WSCV topped all local news stations at 11pm in the highly competitive November Sweeps period. Led by Ambrosio Hernandez and Maria Montoya, Telemundo Noticiero 51 finished with a 6.7 rating, representing approximately 269,000 viewers. Telemundo 51 is also the only Spanish-language station to win 1st place among all stations in its viewing area, anywhere in the country.

Telemundo 51 is the sole station to show year-to-year growth both at 6pm and 11pm. Telemundo 51 posted year-to year gains of 18% at 11pm, representing an audience growth of approximately 44,500 viewers. The 6pm newscast showed growth of 9%.

“South Florida is one of the most competitive news markets in the country,” said Michael Rodriguez, Telemundo 51 VP and General Manager. “We have stayed true to covering the news that is important to our community. Our South Florida focus, combined with the talent and dedication of our news team, has resulted in a positive response from our viewers. Our growth is directly related to the growth of South Florida’s Hispanic community.”

“Telemundo 51 has responded to the needs and interests of South Florida Hispanic viewers,” said Roberto Vizcon, Telemundo 51 News Director, “It is gratifying to see that they trust us to bring them the news that is relevant to their lives.”

*Based on Nielsen preliminary report, 28 of 28 days.