New Mexico TV Station Seeks Better Channel Signal
Published Date: 6/24/2026
Proposed Rule
Summary
Vision Broadcasting wants to switch their new Alamogordo TV station from channel 4 to channel 11 to give viewers a better signal. The FCC agrees this change meets all the rules and is asking for public comments by July 24, 2026. This switch could mean clearer TV for folks in Alamogordo without extra costs or delays.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Alamogordo TV channel switch to 11
The FCC proposes to change the allotted channel for the new NCE television station KAVD(TV) in Alamogordo, New Mexico from channel *4 to channel *11. The station’s permittee, Vision Broadcasting Network, says the move to a high-VHF channel would serve the public interest by improving signal reception for viewers.
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