ABC News 4

The ABC News 4 News app delivers news, weather and sports in an instant.

The ABC News 4 app is the best source of news for the Charleston, South Carolina area.

With the new and fully redesigned app, you can watch live newscasts, get up-to-the minute local and national news, weather and traffic conditions and stay informed via notifications alerting you to breaking news and local events.

•  Breaking news alerts and stories

•  Live streaming.

•  New weather section with hourly and daily forecasts

•  Live weather radar and traffic information

•  Completely overhauled app that is faster and easier to use

What's New in the Latest Version 9.18.0

Last updated on Jun 28, 2024

Thanks for watching and downloading our app. This update fixes some bugs and adds performance improvements!

ABC News 4 is a local news station serving the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. It is owned by the Sinclair Broadcast Group and is affiliated with the ABC television network. The station's main studios are located in Arlington, Virginia.

ABC News 4 broadcasts a variety of news and weather programming, including local newscasts, national news updates, and weather forecasts. The station's flagship newscast is "ABC News 4 at 6:00," which airs weeknights at 6:00 p.m. ET. The station also produces a morning newscast, "ABC News 4 Today," which airs weekdays from 4:30 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. ET.

In addition to its newscasts, ABC News 4 also produces a number of special programs, including documentaries, investigative reports, and community affairs programs. The station's website, wjla.com, provides up-to-date news, weather, and traffic information, as well as live streaming of the station's newscasts.

ABC News 4 has been recognized for its excellence in journalism. The station has won numerous awards from the National Association of Broadcasters, the Radio-Television News Directors Association, and the Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Press Association.

History

ABC News 4 traces its roots to 1947, when it was founded as WMAL-TV. The station was originally owned by The Washington Post Company. In 1954, WMAL-TV became an affiliate of the ABC television network. In 1977, the station was sold to Sinclair Broadcast Group.

In 1986, WMAL-TV changed its call letters to WJLA-TV. The station adopted the "ABC News 4" branding in 1995.

Notable Personalities

Over the years, ABC News 4 has been home to a number of notable journalists, including:

* Gordon Peterson

* Maureen Bunyan

* Jim Vance

* Doreen Gentzler

* Brad Bell

* Alison Starling

* Bruce Johnson

* Kimberly Suiters

Awards and Recognition

ABC News 4 has been recognized for its excellence in journalism. The station has won numerous awards from the National Association of Broadcasters, the Radio-Television News Directors Association, and the Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Press Association.

Criticism

ABC News 4 has been criticized for its coverage of certain issues, including its coverage of the 2016 presidential election. The station has also been criticized for its Sinclair Broadcast Group ownership, which has been accused of promoting conservative viewpoints.