Matt Mulcahy anchors the NBC3 news at 5, 6 and 11 p.m. as well as the CW6 news at 10 p.m. The Emmy award-winning journalist began his broadcasting career right here at NBC3 and re-joined the CNY Central team in 2005. He has been covering Central New York news for more than 20 years.
Matt won an Emmy for Best Documentary, “Bosnia: Returning Home” and is a six-time New York Emmy nominee for Best Anchor, Best Writing, and Best Reporting. He has also received Edward R. Murrow Awards for Best Writing for his "Matt's Memo" weblog. The Associated Press, the New York State Broadcasters Association, and the Syracuse Press Club have all honored Matt with numerous awards.
Outside of CNY Central, Matt is the co-founder of the Shamrock Animal Fund, an not-for-profit organization that helps cover the cost of veterinary care for animals in need and for pet owners with financial limitations. To learn how you can support the Shamrock Animal Fund, visit www.shamrockanimalfund.com.
Matt grew up in Liverpool, N.Y. He earned his master’s degree in management and leadership from Binghamton University and his bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism from Ithaca College. In his spare time, Matt enjoys golf, running, and basketball. He resides in Fayetteville with his wife, Jamie, and dog, Shamrock.
• Memorable Story: Blizzard of 1993, Labor Day Storm, September 11th
• Memorable Interview: musician Wynton Marsalis
• Dream Interview: Alive - President Bush, Deceased - President John F. Kennedy
• Dream Job: Rock Star
• Why I'm a Journalist: Poor handwriting was not enough to get into medical school
• Astrological Sign: Scorpio
• Favorite Sports Team: Syracuse Orange
• Favorite Musical Group: Dave Matthews Band
• Favorite Book: Cormac McCarthy’s Blood Meridian
• Favorite Movie: The Godfather
• Favorite TV Show: Rescue Me
• Favorite Food: Chicken Parmigiana
• Favorite Destination: Green Lakes State Park
