Wichita TV Station Ditches Channel 28 for Channel 12
Published Date: 5/5/2025
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Summary
Gray Television, which runs KSCW-DT in Wichita, is switching its TV channel from 28 to 12. This change keeps the station working smoothly and ensures viewers won’t miss a beat. The FCC gave the green light after checking that everything meets the rules, so the switch should happen without any service interruptions or extra costs.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Wichita TV Channel Switch Approved
If you watch KSCW-DT in Wichita, Kansas, the station is changing its assigned channel from 28 to 12. The FCC approved the substitution after finding it meets technical and coverage rules, and the change will let the station keep operating and provide uninterrupted service to viewers without extra costs.
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