When did the original WFMZ-TV station operate in Allentown?
The original WFMZ-TV station operated from December 1954 until April 1955. This first iteration aired on UHF channel 67 before ceasing operations after only four months.
Common questions about WFMZ-TV
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What date did the current WFMZ-TV station launch on channel 69?
WFMZ-TV made its debut on the 25th of November 1976. The Federal Communications Commission approved the license application on the 9th of December 1975, substituting channel 69 for the defunct channel 67.
When did WFMZ begin broadcasting its local newscasts in high definition?
WFMZ became the fourth television station in the Philadelphia media market to begin broadcasting its local newscasts in high definition in May 2008. This technological leap set a new standard for local news production in the region.
Where is the WFMZ street-level news studio located?
WFMZ debuted its new street-level studio inside the PPL Center sports arena in Center City Allentown in February 2015. The station broadcasts its noon news program from this unique studio located within the sports arena.
When did WFMZ launch the 69 News Weather Channel?
WFMZ launched the 69 News Weather Channel on the 5th of February 2001. This multicast service operates as a continuous loop of regional weather information, traffic cameras, and news headlines.
On what date did WFMZ shut down its analog signal?
WFMZ shut down its analog signal over UHF channel 69 on the 12th of June 2009. The station's digital signal continued broadcasting its pre-transition UHF channel 46 using virtual channel 69.