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The 2024 Bowtie Ball, which celebrated the power and importance of journalism, took place Saturday evening. ABC Action News Chief Meteorologist Denis Phillips and reporter Larissa Scott were honored for their coverage of Hurricanes Helene and Milton during the event.

Take a look below at the moment Phillips and Scott were called on stage to be recognized for their work.

Denis Phillips and Larissa Scott honored for their coverage of hurricanes at the 2024 Poynter Institute Bowtie Gala

Good Morning America co-anchor Robin Roberts was also at the event. She received the Poynter Medal for lifetime achievement in journalism.

At previous Poynter Bowtie Balls, CNN’s Anderson Cooper, CBS News’ Chris Wallace and NBC Nightly News’ Lester Holts received the Poynter Medal for lifetime achievement in journalism.