Who Owns Dallas' ABC Affiliate?

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The ABC affiliate in Dallas is WFAA, channel 8. WFAA is owned by Tegna Inc., a broadcasting and digital media company. Tegna owns or operates 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets. Tegna was formed in 2015 when Gannett Co. split into two companies. One company retained the Gannett name and focused on publishing, while the other became Tegna, focusing on broadcasting and digital media. — 5Movies New Rules: What You Need To Know

WFAA has a long history in Dallas, having first signed on the air in 1949 as KBTV. It became WFAA in 1950. WFAA has been an ABC affiliate since 1961. The station's studios are located in the Victory Park neighborhood in Dallas, and its transmitter is located in Cedar Hill. — Helen Hunt: Details Of Her Car Accident And Facial Injury

WFAA provides news, weather, and sports coverage for the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The station also broadcasts ABC network programming, syndicated shows, and local programming. — Skate 4: Mastering The Triple Flip

Key People at Tegna:

  • President and CEO: Dave Lougee
  • Chief Financial Officer: Victoria Harker
  • Headquarters: Tysons Corner, Virginia

WFAA's Community Involvement

WFAA is actively involved in the Dallas-Fort Worth community. The station partners with local organizations to support various causes, including education, health, and community development. WFAA also hosts several community events throughout the year.

Brief History of WFAA:

  • 1949: Station signed on the air as KBTV.
  • 1950: Call letters changed to WFAA.
  • 1961: Became an ABC affiliate.
  • 2015: Became part of Tegna Inc.

For more information, you can visit WFAA's website or Tegna's corporate site. These resources offer further details about the station's programming, community initiatives, and ownership.