Chicago TV news rivals Allison Rosati, Kathy Brock named to Silver Circle

Why it matters: Rosati and Brock represent a generation of Chicago TV news anchors who became household names, spending decades delivering the news to viewers across the city.

Flashback: Both joined their respective Chicago stations in 1990 and eventually rose to the coveted 10pm anchor chair, working alongside Chicago broadcasting legends.

What they're saying: "Allison has been a trusted and beloved presence in Chicago for more than three decades, and this honor is a fitting recognition of the tremendous impact she has made," NBC 5 general manager Kevin Cross said in a statement.

The intrigue: Rosati and Brock spent years competing for viewers, going head-to-head on rival 10pm newscasts at NBC 5 and ABC 7.

Other members of the 2027 class include CBS 2 traffic reporter Kris Habermehl, CBS 2 and WTTW producer Harvey Moshman, WGN reporter Paul Lisnek, Fox 32 anchor Corey McPherrin and the late Jim Avila.

• Longtime ABC 7 photojournalist Ken Bedford is also being inducted into the Gold Circle, which recognizes television professionals with at least 50 years in the industry.