Iran: In the Name of God - CNN and IMAGO, Ltd.

This portrait of the Islamic Republic of Iran offers an historical overview as well as personal accounts of life in a country still emerging from the throes of revolution.

Afghanistan: Operation Blackout - CBS Evening News

These tight, well-written reports, detailing rebel efforts to cripple the capital of Soviet-occupied Afghanistan, demonstrate the value of the work done by those who take risks to keep the public informed.

Down for the Count: An Inside Look at Boxing - Chris-Craft Television Productions and Churchill Films on Frontline

This evenhanded close-up examination of a controversial sport under attack is beautifully shot, artfully edited and provocative and enthralling television for partisans on both sides of the controversy.

A Series of Radio Reports on the American Sanctuary Movement - Desert West News, Flagstaff

This independent news bureau made up of freelance journalists covering concerns central to America's Southwest have demonstrated not only great enterprise but also courage in these solidly researched pieces examining the burgeoning church-based movement to smuggle endangered Central Americans into the U.S. - and the infiltration of this movement by federal agents.

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Outstanding Reporting by Nancy Montoya on KGUN-TV Tucson

Local viewers are fortunate to have the well-written, consistently tough reports delivered by Nancy Montoya and KGUN-TV that provide an understanding of the impact of national events on their lives and community.

The Real 'Star Wars': Defense in Space NBC News

This examination of the political, scientific and military debate behind the Reagan Administration’s proposal to shift U.S. strategic defenses to the high ground of space gets at the real issues of a policy crucial to the future of all Americans.

Coverage of the MOVE Siege - WCAU-TV Philadelphia, PA

In addition to its substantial backgrounding and follow-up on the MOVE story, WCAU demonstrated a commitment to keeping viewers informed with live, continuous and uninterrupted coverage of the dramatic story as it unfolded on May 13.

The Moore Report - WCCO-TV Minneapolis, MN

This highly acclaimed documentary series wins its third duPont-Columbia Silver Baton for continuing to report on timely and controversial issues fairly and creatively.

The Brain - WNET-TV, New York and PBS

These eight hours of television are an important contribution to television’s archives and will be as meaningful to future viewers as it is to today’s.

Investigation of Dr. Milan Vuitch - WDVM-TV, Washington, D.C.

This three-part investigative series uncovered innumerable health code violations and cases of medical malpractice at Laurel Clinic, which had been endangering the public's health and welfare for nearly a decade with the support of taxpayers' money. The watchdog WDVM reports led to the clinic's closing and the revocation of the license of Dr. Vuitch, the physician in charge.