WISN-TV
WISN-TV is a television station in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, affiliated with the ABC network. It is owned by Hearst Television, a subsidiary of the Hearst Corporation. The station's studios are located on North 19th Street on the west end of the Marquette University campus, and its transmitter is located in Lincoln Park in the northeastern part of Milwaukee.
History[edit | edit source]
WISN-TV first signed on the air on October 27, 1954, as WTVW. It was originally owned by the Hearst Corporation, which also owned the Milwaukee Sentinel newspaper. The station was initially affiliated with the CBS network. In 1955, the station changed its call letters to WISN-TV to match its radio sister station, WISN (AM).
In 1961, WISN-TV switched its affiliation to ABC, a relationship that continues to this day. This switch was part of a larger realignment of network affiliations in the Milwaukee market. Over the years, WISN-TV has become one of the leading television stations in the Milwaukee area, known for its strong local news operation and community involvement.
Programming[edit | edit source]
WISN-TV broadcasts a variety of programming, including local news, weather, and sports, as well as national programming from the ABC network. The station produces several hours of local news each day, with a focus on breaking news, investigative journalism, and community stories.
The station is also known for its coverage of local sports, including the Milwaukee Bucks and the Milwaukee Brewers. WISN-TV has been recognized for its commitment to quality journalism and has received numerous awards for its news coverage.
Technical Information[edit | edit source]
WISN-TV broadcasts on digital channel 34 (UHF) and uses virtual channel 12. The station transitioned from analog to digital broadcasts in 2009, as part of the federally mandated transition to digital television in the United States.
Community Involvement[edit | edit source]
WISN-TV is actively involved in the Milwaukee community, sponsoring and participating in various local events and charitable initiatives. The station has a long history of supporting local causes and organizations, and it regularly features community stories and events in its newscasts.
Also see[edit | edit source]
- ABC Television Network
- Hearst Television
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Digital television transition in the United States
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