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WMUR-TV (channel 9) is a television station licensed to Manchester, New Hampshire, United States, serving as the ABC affiliate to most of New Hampshire. Owned by Hearst Television, the station maintains studios on South Commercial Street in downtown Manchester, and its transmitter is located on the south peak of Mount Uncanoonuc in Goffstown.

Key Information

Manchester is part of the larger Boston television market, making WMUR-TV part of a nominal duopoly with that city's ABC affiliate, WCVB-TV (channel 5); however, the two stations maintain separate operations. As a result, WMUR is the only New Hampshire–based television station with a news operation. In addition to WCVB-TV, WMUR-TV shares common coverage areas with four sister stations: the Portland, Maine, duopoly of ABC affiliate WMTW and CW affiliate WPXT; and the Burlington, Vermont, duopoly of CW affiliate WNNE in Montpelier and Plattsburgh, New York–based NBC affiliate WPTZ.

History

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Early years

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The station signed on the air on March 28, 1954, as the first television station in New Hampshire. It was founded by former governor Francis P. Murphy, owner of WMUR radio (610 AM; now WGIR) through a company known as the Radio Voice of New Hampshire, Inc. Murphy beat out several challengers, including William Loeb III, publisher of the Manchester Union-Leader. It broadcast from a Victorian-style house on Elm Street in Manchester, alongside its sister radio station.[2][3] In addition to carrying ABC programming (the station having been affiliated with the network since its sign-on), WMUR aired daily newscasts, local game shows and movies. The station's name, WMUR, is in reference to the first three letters of Murphy's last name.[4]

In 1955, channel 9 boosted its signal significantly, providing a strong signal extending into portions of the Boston area. Murphy was well aware of this and began airing programming that had previously not been available in Boston. The following year, however, Murphy decided to retire. While a buyer was found immediately for WMUR radio, there were few takers for channel 9. Finally, in early 1957, he agreed in principle to sell WMUR-TV to Storer Broadcasting. However, Storer came under fire when it announced plans to move the station's transmitter to just outside Haverhill, Massachusetts—only 20 miles (32 km) north of Boston. It soon became apparent that Storer intended to move all of channel 9's operations across the border to Massachusetts and reorient it as the Boston market's third VHF station. The outcry led regulators to reject Storer's request to build a new tower near Haverhill. Storer then backed out of the deal, and the station remained in Murphy's hands until his death in December 1958. His estate finally sold the station a few months later to Richard Eaton's United Broadcasting.[3][5] Storer eventually fulfilled their Boston ambitions in 1966 with the purchase of the channel 38 license as WSBK-TV.

Soon after taking over, United laid off all but nine of WMUR's employees and reduced local programming to its two daily newscasts. For the next 22 years, United ran channel 9 on a shoestring budget, devoting most of its efforts to managing Manchester's cable franchise. It paid almost no attention to the station even as equipment broke down. The studio's upkeep also suffered; the floor was so slanted that cameras rolled on their own. WMUR continued to broadcast in black-and-white until 1973, long after the Boston stations had all upgraded to color capability. Two of the few things the station had going for it during this period were The Uncle Gus Show, hosted by Gus Bernier for more than 20 years, and an increasingly active news department led by Tom Bonnar and Fred Kocher.[3]

Throughout the 1970s, Eaton's entire chain of radio and television stations, including WMUR, were under constant scrutiny by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). In the cases involving two other television stations (WOOK-TV in Washington, D.C., and WMET-TV in Baltimore),[6] as well as two other radio stations (WOOK (AM) in Washington and WFAB in Miami), their licenses were revoked entirely, each for different reasons.[7][8] (An administrative law judge recommended the licenses of two other radio stations, WJMO (1490 AM) and WCUY (92.3 FM) in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, be revoked as well, but this was not acted upon by the commission due to Eaton's death in June 1981.[9]) WMUR, KECC-TV (now KECY-TV) in El Centro, California and Yuma, Arizona, and WMET-TV were investigated over allegations of bribery by Eaton of ABC-TV employees so WMUR and KECC would get more favorable terms in their ABC affiliations contracts.[10][11]

The station continued to be run very cheaply into the early 1980s, but a change in ownership marked the beginning of a new era for WMUR.

1980s and 1990s

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In July 1981, following Richard Eaton's death, WMUR was sold to Columbus, Mississippi, businessman Birney Imes Jr. and his company, Imes Communications, which also owned that city's WCBI-TV, as well as WBOY-TV in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Years later, several veterans, including Bonnar, said they only stayed at the station in hopes a wealthier owner would see its potential. Imes made WMUR a significant influence in New Hampshire by giving it a badly needed technical overhaul, as well as upgrading its news department.[3] In September 1987, the station moved from its original Elm Street studios to facilities in the historic Millyard area of the city.[3]

In 1994, WMUR became both a primary and secondary affiliate of Fox. They also launched three low-powered repeaters in the northern portion of New Hampshire, one of them (W38CB in Littleton) carried WMUR's full ABC schedule, while the other two (W27BL in Berlin and W16BC, later WMUR-LP, in Littleton) were full-time primary affiliates of Fox. All of them, including its main channel, carried WMUR's newscasts as well as Fox Sports telecasts. While WMUR and W38CB continued to carry the full ABC schedule, W27BL and W16BC offered a different lineup that, while including WMUR's newscasts and some of its syndicated fare, replaced ABC programs with additional syndicated programming, as well as Fox's children's block and prime time lineup. W16BC was the only Fox affiliate to serve a portion of the Burlington–Plattsburgh media market until WFFF-TV began broadcasting on August 31, 1997. On December 19, 2001, WMUR dropped all Fox programming after the Hearst acquisition (Hearst has never affiliated any of their stations with Fox, a rarity in American broadcasting); in early 2002, W27BL and WMUR-LP began to carry WMUR-TV's full schedule, including ABC programming.

In 1995, WMUR purchased land and a building at its current location. This building was rebuilt as an 80,000-square-foot (7,400 m2) state-of-the-art broadcast center; it moved to this new location in January 1996.

WMUR was the first television station in the country to develop a significant Internet presence beginning on October 8, 1995.[12] It was the first television station to hire a full-time employee dedicated to streaming its newscast live and archived online for later viewing. It was also the first television station to use the Internet to supplement its broadcast news by posting additional information online like the Megan's Law list. After posting a 3D virtual tour of its TV studio facilities online, it briefly became the most visited attraction online in the world. Beginning in 1998, the station made significant financial, technical and staff investments into its Internet strategy. This included 24-hour original news segments, weather coverage by a professional meteorologist and sales executive dedicated to TV and online advertising. In 2000, WMUR, CNN and WMUR.com simulcast the New Hampshire presidential primary debates held at the TV station. This was the first widely promoted and executed worldwide live streaming video event.

Since 2000

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Versions of this logo were used from 2002 through June 2014; it is a modified version of a logo used starting in 1994.

In September 2000, Imes Communications reached an agreement to sell the station to Emmis Communications, who then traded WMUR to Hearst-Argyle Television, now Hearst Television, in exchange for that company's three radio stations in Phoenix, Arizona—KTAR, KMVP, and KKLT.[13] In 2004, WMUR-TV celebrated fifty years of broadcasting.[3]

On September 24, 2005, WMUR became available on satellite via DirecTV in Coös, Carroll, Grafton, and Sullivan counties in northern and west-central New Hampshire.[14] Coös and Carroll counties are part of the Portland, Maine, market and thus had WMTW as their ABC affiliate, while Grafton and Sullivan counties are part of the Burlington–Plattsburgh market and hence received ABC programming from WVNY; these areas had no source of in-state news until WMUR's uplinking.

The station was featured in a fictional manner in the sixth season of The West Wing. Congressman Matt Santos, running in the Democratic Presidential primary, went to the WMUR studios to run a live ad for his campaign.

WMUR-TV began broadcasting on UHF channel 59 in November 1998.[citation needed] The station shut down its analog signal, over VHF channel 9, on June 12, 2009, the official date on which full-power television stations in the United States transitioned from analog to digital broadcasts under federal mandate. The station's digital signal relocated from its pre-transition UHF channel 59, which was among the high band UHF channels (52-69) that were removed from broadcasting use as a result of the transition to its analog era VHF channel 9.[15]

In February 2010, WMUR introduced a new slogan, "It's how you know." This slogan often promoted its local news, weather, its photo-sharing site, "uLocal", and other ideas of interest that would lead to its website. WMUR's Hearst-owned sister stations KCRA and KSBW also used this slogan, which was seen at the beginning of each video segment on YouTube.[16][17]

In July 2012, during a retransmission consent dispute, Hallmark Movie Channel was a substitute for Hearst Television's ABC affiliates, WMUR-TV and WMTW on Time Warner Cable.[18]

In December 2015, the Democratic National Committee announced that WMUR would not be included as a co-sponsor of the Democratic debate due to a labor dispute between that station and its unionized employees.[19]

New Hampshire network affiliates

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Adam Sexton (right) interviewing senator Michael Bennet during the 2020 presidential election.

Manchester is about 45 miles (72 km) north from Boston while Concord is about 60 miles (97 km). Boston's VHF stations have Grade A signals in Manchester and Grade B signals in Concord, while the UHF stations have Grade B signals in Manchester but spotty signals in Concord. On paper, southern New Hampshire is large enough to be a market in its own right. If it were ever to break off from Boston, it would rank in the top 100 of all U.S. media markets. However, CBS's ownership of WBZ-TV (channel 4) makes this unlikely as it would result in the dilution of that station's advertising revenue, along with viewer upheaval at the loss of newscasts from the Boston area. This has been seen when Providence's stations in the southern portion of the Boston market attempted to claim market exclusivity resulting in some complaints from area cable customers. In the early 1990s, WBZ operated a news bureau in Manchester which was re-established on Elm Street in November 2006.

Prior to 1988, the sub-market was served by WMUR and PBS member station WENH-TV (which was part of the New Hampshire Public Television state network). On February 1, 1988, WNHT (channel 21, now occupied by WPXG-TV), an independent station based in Concord, became southern New Hampshire's first CBS affiliate and began to produce local newscasts. WNHT lost the affiliation and ceased operations on March 31, 1989, due to insufficient viewership. There has not been a CBS affiliate in the state since then. The situation with WMUR and sister station WCVB is not unlike that of WHAG-TV in Hagerstown, Maryland, which operated as an NBC affiliate until 2016 even though it is part of the Washington, D.C., market and competed with that city's NBC owned-and-operated station, WRC-TV.

The only NBC affiliate to be based in the state was WRLH (channel 31) out of Lebanon, which operated from 1966 to 1968 and 1971 to 1974. Channel 31 returned to the air under a new license in 1978 as WNNE, now based in White River Junction, Vermont. WNNE broadcast NBC programming into parts of western New Hampshire from then until 2018, when it moved to Montpelier, Vermont, and became the CW affiliate for the Burlington–Plattsburgh market. Much of this area is considered part of the Burlington–Plattsburgh market, although WMUR is still available. The rest of the state receives NBC from that network's affiliates in either Boston or Portland. On January 1, 2017, Merrimack-licensed Telemundo owned-and-operated station WNEU (channel 60) began simulcasting NBC programming via its new Boston O&O WBTS-LD (channel 8, now Telemundo O&O WYCN-LD in Providence) on its second digital subchannel; however, the new station, known on-air as NBC Boston, is focused on Boston and eastern Massachusetts rather than New Hampshire. NBC also operates WBTS-CD (channel 15), licensed to serve Nashua; however, under a channel sharing agreement, it broadcasts from Needham, Massachusetts, over the transmitter of Boston-based WGBX-TV (channel 44). There were no UPN or WB affiliates in the state during the existence of those networks; likewise, The CW and MyNetworkTV do not have any affiliates in New Hampshire, and the state receives Fox from the network's affiliates in Boston, Massachusetts, Portland, Maine, or Burlington, Vermont.

WMUR has always promoted the fact that it is the only local television news source in the state; the station's slogan since 2002—"No One Covers New Hampshire Like We Do"—reflects this. At various points, channel 50 (as WNDS, WZMY-TV, and WBIN-TV) and WGOT (channel 60, now WNEU), as well as the aforementioned WNHT, have offered New Hampshire-focused local newscasts in competition with WMUR; the most recent of these operations, on WBIN-TV, was canceled in 2017 after that station sold its spectrum in an FCC auction, leaving WMUR once again as the only television news source in New Hampshire.

Programming

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WMUR was one of the longest-serving affiliates of the Muscular Dystrophy Association's "Love Network", having carried The Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon and its successors annually on Labor Day and/or the night before since the late 1960s.[3][20] MDA moved the telethon from syndication to ABC in 2013 as the MDA Show of Strength; as a result, WMUR continued to broadcast the program for two more years until the telethon ended in 2014.

During the 1960s and 1970s, one of the station's well-known local programs was a weekday children's program known as The Uncle Gus Show. Unlike Boston's astronaut Major Mudd or the widely franchised Bozo, host Uncle Gus Bernier wore no costume except an angler's hat. For many years, WMUR's nighttime sign-off was accompanied by "New Hampshire Naturally" by The Shaw Brothers. The music was synchronized to bucolic scenes of a fly fisherman casting his line into a mountain stream, a covered bridge, the Old Man of the Mountain, flowers, fall foliage and other images. This theme was replaced at some point[when?] by "The Star-Spangled Banner".

News operation

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The mobile WMUR News vehicle at the 2015 Boston Marathon
The mobile WMUR News vehicle at the 2015 Boston Marathon.

WMUR-TV broadcasts 30+1⁄2 hours of locally produced newscasts each week (with 4+1⁄2 hours each weekday and four hours each on Saturdays and Sundays). In addition, WMUR produces New Hampshire Chronicle, a regional version of the Chronicle newsmagazine series that originated on Boston sister station WCVB-TV, which airs weeknights at 7 p.m.; and the political talk program Close Up, which airs on Sundays at 10 a.m.

During election seasons, WMUR is well known for organizing and producing candidate debates for ABC News, as well as CNN, before the first United States presidential primary; the debates have been held at Saint Anselm College. In addition to its main studios, WMUR operates two news bureaus in New Hampshire. The station's Lakes Region Bureau is based at The Inn at Bay Point in Meredith, and the Seacoast Bureau is based at Harbor Place in Portsmouth. In addition, WMUR and WCVB share news footage for stories occurring within the other station's coverage area; WCVB also operates a live truck for news gathering that is based at WMUR's studios in Manchester.

In lieu of its own weather radar, WMUR uses live radar data from several regional sites operated by the National Weather Service. During weather segments, the radar system used by WMUR that utilizes this data is presented on-screen as "Storm Watch 9 Storm Tracker", which is provided through a graphics system by Weather Services International. A live video feed of this radar is offered on WMUR's website. During instances of severe weather year-round, the station may extend local newscasts to provide coverage; this coverage is sometimes streamed live on the website.

On August 2, 2011, WMUR began broadcasting its local newscasts in high definition and introduced a new set and graphics package, which are styled differently from those of WCVB to avert any confusion between the two stations (along with its news music). WMUR began producing a half-hour weeknight 10 p.m. newscast for its MeTV subchannel on March 5, 2012, which competed with a 10 p.m. newscast on WBIN-TV until early 2017, when that station went off the air as a result of the FCC's spectrum auction.[21] On November 5, 2018, WMUR introduced another new graphics package, this time for the full 16:9 widescreen presentation, but like the previous version, they are styled differently from those of WCVB to avert any confusion between the two stations (and their other sister stations that have a news operation).

Notable current on-air staff

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  • Erin Fehlau – anchor; also host of New Hampshire Chronicle

Notable former on-air staff

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Technical information

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Subchannels

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The station's signal is multiplexed:

Subchannels of WMUR-TV[22]
Channel Res. Aspect Short name Programming
9.1 1080i 16:9 WMUR ABC
9.2 480i WMUR Me MeTV
9.5 4:3 QVC QVC

On October 3, 2011, WMUR added sub-channel 9.2 with programming from classic television network MeTV.[23]

In October 2021, WMUR added subchannel 9.3 carrying Shop LC programming and later QVC on subchannel 9.5.

Former repeaters

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From August 22, 1994, until January 18, 2022, WMUR operated repeaters in northern New Hampshire. Until December 19, 2001, two of the stations were primarily affiliated with Fox but simulcast channel 9's newscasts and some syndicated programs (the third repeater carried all WMUR programming, including ABC network programs). The two Fox stations started simulcasting WMUR when WMTW (at that time separately owned) relocated its transmitter away from Mount Washington.

Call sign Channel City of license Notes
W27BL 27 Berlin
  • Part of Portland market
  • First on-air on August 22, 1994
WMUR-LP 29 Littleton
  • Part of Burlington–Plattsburgh market
  • Tower formerly shared with W38CB on Cannon Mountain
  • Formerly W16BC and (briefly) W29CM
  • First on-air on June 5, 1995

A third translator, W38CB, was also licensed to Littleton, sharing the Cannon Mountain transmitter site with WMUR-LP. It launched in May 1995 and, unlike the other Littleton facility, always aired ABC programming.

Since all three stations were low-powered, they were exempt from the transition to digital-only broadcasting on June 12, 2009. W38CB was removed from service on December 27, 2018, to enable T-Mobile to launch 600 MHz services; the license was surrendered for cancellation on February 10, 2020. W27BL and WMUR-LP turned off their analog signals on July 13, 2021. They had pending construction permits to convert to digital, until the FCC canceled those two licenses on January 18, 2022.[24][25]

See also

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WMUR-TV, 9, is an ABC-affiliated licensed to , , serving as the primary for most of the state. The station is owned by , a subsidiary of the Hearst Corporation. Founded by former New Hampshire governor Francis P. Murphy, WMUR signed on March 28, 1954, becoming the state's first and providing early broadcast service to the region. acquired the station in 2001 from Imes Communications for $185 million, integrating it into a portfolio of 35 owned or operated stations focused on and programming. WMUR maintains studios at 100 South Commercial Street in downtown and emphasizes comprehensive coverage of news, weather, and , particularly during seasons given the state's early role in presidential contests. As the leading news source in the state, it reaches over one million viewers through broadcast, online streaming, and digital platforms.

History

Founding and Early Broadcasts (1954–1969)

WMUR-TV, operating on VHF channel 9, commenced broadcasting on March 28, 1954, marking it as the inaugural television station in New Hampshire. The station was established by Francis P. Murphy, a former two-term governor of the state (serving 1949–1953) who had previously founded WMUR radio in 1941 under Radio Voice of New Hampshire, Inc. Initial operations launched from a modest facility at 1819 North Elm Street in Manchester, utilizing black-and-white transmission equipment housed in a Victorian-era building, with subsequent relocation to nearby mill structures to accommodate growth. From inception, WMUR-TV served as the state's primary ABC network affiliate, delivering national programming while prioritizing local content to serve rural and urban audiences amid sparse television penetration in the region. Early schedules emphasized live local productions, including daily newscasts that covered state events, alongside game shows and feature films to build viewership. In the 1950s, variety programming drew from radio traditions, exemplified by Clyde Joy's country music jamboree, which featured the host alongside his wife and dog in performances blending music and folksy entertainment. By the early 1960s, the station expanded its appeal with dedicated children's fare, such as "The Uncle Gus Show" hosted by Gus Bernier, which invited local youngsters as on-air participants and aired through the decade. Investments in technical staff and infrastructure, including hires from institutions like the , supported consistent signal delivery across the state's challenging terrain. Through 1969, WMUR maintained its foundational commitment to accessible , amassing a dedicated audience by integrating network feeds with hyper-local reporting on New Hampshire's political and community developments.

Independent Ownership Period (1970–1999)

In 1970, WMUR-TV operated under the ownership of Richard Eaton's United Broadcasting, following his acquisition of the station in 1969, during which the broadcaster maintained a frugal approach emphasizing cost-cutting measures across Eaton's portfolio of radio and television properties. The station's management prioritized minimal expenditures, resulting in delayed adoption of technological upgrades compared to competitors; for instance, full transition to broadcasting occurred in the 1970s, after initial resistance in the late . Operations remained lean, with Eaton's stations, including WMUR, facing ongoing scrutiny for practices such as understaffing and limited programming investments, which limited the station's growth in New Hampshire's small market. Eaton's death in July 1981 prompted the sale of WMUR-TV to Birney Imes Jr., a businessman from , through his company Imes Communications, marking a shift toward more substantial operational enhancements. Under Imes's stewardship from 1981 to 1999, the station received investments in and staffing, elevating its news department from a basic operation housed in aging mill buildings to a competitive force focused on local coverage, particularly New Hampshire's political primaries and state events. This period saw expanded local programming and technical upgrades, including improved transmission capabilities, which strengthened WMUR's dominance as the state's leading ABC affiliate despite competition from signals. By the mid-1990s, WMUR-TV under Imes pioneered digital initiatives, launching one of the earliest significant websites for a U.S. on October 8, 1995, to extend its reach beyond broadcast. The station's news team grew in prominence, delivering consistent coverage of regional issues with a emphasis on on-the-ground reporting, though it navigated challenges like limited advertising revenue in a rural market. Imes maintained independent control until negotiations for sale in 2000, preserving WMUR's local focus amid industry consolidation.

Hearst Era and Digital Advancements (2000–present)

In September 2000, acquired WMUR-TV from Imes Communications for $185 million, marking the station's transition to ownership by what is now . This purchase integrated WMUR into Hearst's portfolio of ABC affiliates, emphasizing its role as New Hampshire's leading local news provider amid stable operations and a focus on political coverage, including simulcasts of presidential primary debates. Under Hearst, the station maintained its primary until the national digital transition while investing in infrastructure to enhance broadcast quality and audience engagement. WMUR completed its shift to full on June 12, 2009, aligning with the U.S. federal mandate that ended analog transmissions nationwide and enabled improved signal efficiency and multicasting capabilities. By August 2, 2011, the station upgraded its local newscasts to high definition, introducing a new studio set and graphics package to deliver sharper visuals and align with viewer expectations for modern television standards. This HD implementation, part of Hearst's broader push across its stations, supported expanded programming without disrupting core ABC affiliations. Further digital expansions included the addition of a 9.2 subchannel carrying in the , providing classic television content to complement the main ABC feed on 9.1. WMUR.com, originally launched in 1995, evolved under Hearst with regular updates to features like mobile responsiveness and integrated streaming, culminating in the Very Local app, which offers 24/7 live newscasts, weather updates, and original local series to over one million viewers across platforms. These advancements have extended WMUR's reach beyond traditional over-the-air signals, incorporating on-demand content and integration for real-time news delivery.

Ownership and Operations

Ownership Transitions

WMUR-TV was established on March 28, 1954, by former Governor Francis P. Murphy through his company, Radio Voice of New Hampshire, Inc., which also operated WMUR radio (now WGIR). Following Murphy's death in 1958, his estate sold the station in 1959 to United Broadcasting Company, controlled by Richard Eaton, for $450,000 after an initial deal with Storer Broadcasting fell through due to FCC restrictions on transmitter relocation toward . After Eaton's death, United Broadcasting sold WMUR-TV in July 1981 to Birney Imes III and his Imes Communications Corporation, a Mississippi-based broadcaster. Imes Communications reached an agreement in September 2000 to sell the station to (now ) for $185 million, following an intermediate arrangement with Emmis Communications that was traded to Hearst-Argyle; the deal closed on January 8, 2001, pending FCC approval. Hearst has retained ownership since, integrating WMUR into its portfolio of ABC affiliates focused on local news dominance.

Corporate Governance and Leadership

WMUR-TV operates as a of , Inc., which is wholly owned by the privately held Hearst Corporation and governed by a board of trustees representing the Hearst family interests. This structure emphasizes operational autonomy at the station level while aligning with corporate oversight from Hearst's executive leadership, including figures such as Jordan Wertlieb, who serves as executive vice president and of Hearst Corporation since May 2023. Hearst Television maintains standardized news policies across its stations, including commitments to journalistic independence and ethical standards, as outlined in its publicly available policy statements. At the station level, Alisha McDevitt has served as president and general manager since April 22, 2025, succeeding prior leadership after her tenure as news director; she brings over 25 years of experience in and management. Under her direction, the station reports to Hearst Television's regional and national executives, focusing on , news operations, and revenue strategies within the constraints of FCC regulations and corporate guidelines. Key operational leadership includes Brian Doyle, appointed news director on July 31, 2025, who previously held roles in Hearst's digital strategy division since 2021, overseeing newsroom structure, content production, and digital integration. This internal promotion reflects Hearst's practice of elevating experienced personnel to maintain continuity in editorial decision-making and audience engagement. Governance at WMUR emphasizes compliance with Hearst's broader corporate directives, including diversity in sourcing and avoidance of from advertisers or political entities, though as a private entity, detailed board minutes or shareholder disclosures are not publicly available.

Facilities and Infrastructure

WMUR-TV operates its main studios and offices from a broadcast center spanning over 80,000 square feet at 100 South Commercial Street in downtown Manchester, New Hampshire. This facility supports comprehensive production capabilities, including news gathering, editing, and transmission for local programming that totals nearly 40 hours weekly as of 2016. The station's transmitter tower is located on the south peak of Mount Uncanoonuc in , approximately 10 miles west of . This site enables VHF digital channel 9 broadcasting, serving the Manchester–Nashua designated market area with primary ABC affiliation signals. The infrastructure includes a dedicated transmitter building adjacent to the tower, facilitating analog-to-digital transition operations completed by June 12, 2009, in compliance with federal mandates. As part of Hearst Television's ownership since 1999, WMUR's facilities have incorporated digital advancements for enhanced signal reliability and production efficiency, though specific capital investments in upgrades post-2009 remain limited in documentation. No major relocations or expansions to the core studio or transmitter sites have been reported through 2025.

Broadcast Distribution

Network Affiliation and Market Role

WMUR-TV maintains an affiliation with the (ABC), serving as the primary network outlet for viewers throughout most of . This relationship enables the station to air ABC's national programming, including primetime series, daytime dramas, and select sports broadcasts, adapted to scheduling needs. The station transmits on virtual channel 9 from its facilities in , within the Boston–Manchester designated market area (DMA), which holds the position among U.S. television markets for the 2024–2025 season, encompassing roughly 2.58 million television households. Although integrated into this expansive market centered on , WMUR fulfills a specialized function by prioritizing -centric content, distinguishing itself as the state's sole full-power station with an extensive department. In this capacity, WMUR acts as New Hampshire's preeminent television provider, delivering coverage to over one million individuals via over-the-air broadcasts, digital platforms, and streaming services. Its dominance is evident in high audience shares during key state events, such as political primaries, where it captures substantial viewership in New Hampshire's core counties despite competition from Boston-based outlets. This positioning reinforces WMUR's essential role in bridging national network content with granular relevance for Granite State audiences.

Technical Specifications and Subchannels

WMUR-TV operates on 9 and transmits on RF channel 9 in the VHF band. The station's licensed () is 7.35 kW non-directional horizontally, with a (HAAT) of 1,025 feet (312 meters); a construction permit is pending to increase to 51 kW with and vertical of 12.75 kW at the same HAAT. The transmitter is located on South Mountain in , at coordinates 42°59′1″N 71°35′23″W. The digital signal uses ATSC modulation, providing coverage to a 56.4-mile contour under current licensing, potentially expanding to 62.9 miles upon approval of the pending modifications. WMUR-TV's digital multiplex includes three subchannels:
DTRes.AspectShort nameProgramming
9.116:9WMUR-HDABC
9.2480i16:9MeTV
9.5480i16:9QVC
Subchannel 9.2 has carried since October 3, 2011, offering classic television programming. Subchannel 9.5 provides home shopping content. Over-the-air access requires an antenna tuned to RF channel 9, with subchannels selectable via modern ATSC tuners.

Coverage Area and Repeaters

WMUR-TV's primary over-the-air signal originates from a transmitter on South Mountain in , providing coverage primarily to central and southern portions of the state within the –Nashua designated market area. The station's licensed contour spans approximately 56.4 miles, covering 9,989.7 square miles and reaching an estimated population of 5,306,360, though terrain in northern regions limits reliable reception without supplemental distribution. This footprint aligns with WMUR's role as 's ABC affiliate, delivering and programming to the majority of the state's residents via antenna, cable, and . To extend service into northern New Hampshire, where the main signal faces propagation challenges from mountainous terrain, WMUR formerly operated three low-power analog repeaters starting in 1994. These , exempt from the 2009 digital transition mandate, simulcasted station content to underserved areas like and Littleton.
Call SignChannelLocationFirst On-Air Date
W27BL27Berlin, NHAugust 22, 1994
(Unnamed)29Littleton, NH1995
W38CB38Littleton, NH1995
Two of the repeaters initially carried primary affiliation alongside WMUR newscasts until December 19, 2001, after which they shifted to full ABC simulcasts amid regional affiliate adjustments. The Littleton stations shared a tower on Cannon Mountain to optimize northern coverage. Following their operations, northern viewers increasingly relied on cable carriage or streaming for WMUR access, as over-the-air options diminished.

Programming

Network and Syndicated Offerings

WMUR-TV serves as the ABC affiliate for the Manchester designated market area, broadcasting the network's full schedule of national programming across its primary channel. This includes flagship morning programs such as , daytime serials like (which, as of September 9, 2025, airs at 3:00 p.m. leading into local news), evening newscasts with , primetime scripted series and reality competitions, late-night talk shows including Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and select live sports events such as Monday Night Football games and NCAA broadcasts. In addition to ABC network content, the station airs syndicated programming primarily in daytime, early fringe, and access periods to fill non-network slots. These offerings feature game shows such as Jeopardy!, which typically airs in the 7:00 p.m. hour preceding ABC primetime, and talk-variety programs like in daytime rotations. Syndicated newsmagazines, including episodes of NBCUniversal's , occupy afternoon slots following under the 2025 schedule realignment, providing content independent of ABC's lineup. The selection of syndicated fare is curated to complement and network feeds, with adjustments made periodically to optimize audience retention in the competitive media market.

Local Original Productions

WMUR-TV produces several original local programs focused on magazine-style storytelling, community features, and lifestyle content, distinct from its news and syndicated offerings. New Hampshire Chronicle, a weekday program airing at 7:30 p.m., highlights local eateries, attractions, and human interest stories across the state, having premiered on the station in September 2001 and drawing on a format adapted from WCVB's . The show emphasizes positive, exploratory segments on 's culture and landmarks, with episodes available on the Very Local streaming app. In September 2025, WMUR launched Heart of , a half-hour program airing Saturdays at 7:30 a.m., dedicated to uplifting narratives about community members, businesses, and events that embody the state's spirit. This addition expands the station's non-news local content, complementing New Hampshire, a Sunday public affairs-style show that delves into regional issues and profiles, though it borders on informational programming. Historically, WMUR pioneered local variety and children's programming in its early decades. In the , the station aired live variety shows featuring radio personalities transitioning to , alongside game shows and original content tailored to audiences. The Uncle Gus Show, a weekday children's program hosted by Gus Zandstra, ran prominently from the through the , offering educational and entertaining segments for young viewers. These efforts established WMUR's role in fostering homegrown content before the dominance of network programming. Today, the station supplements broadcast originals with digital extensions via the Very Local platform, including documentaries and series on local topics such as environmental initiatives and community repurposing efforts, though these are often tied to segments. Overall, WMUR generates over 46 hours of weekly alongside these productions, producing hundreds of feature stories annually to reflect state-specific interests.

News and Public Affairs

Operational Structure

The news operation at WMUR-TV is headed by News Director Brian Doyle, appointed on July 31, 2025, following his prior role leading 's digital news division. Assistant News Director Keith Baldi supports Doyle in day-to-day management, including assignment coordination and editorial oversight. The broader newsroom reports to station President and General Manager Alisha McDevitt, who held the news director position from 2009 until her promotion in April 2025 after over two decades in WMUR leadership. As a property, WMUR's news structure incorporates corporate guidelines requiring corroboration from multiple sources for claims and pre-broadcast reviews by several staff members to minimize errors. This multi-layered process involves producers, assignment editors, reporters, anchors, photographers, and digital specialists, enabling the production of 46 hours of weekly across morning, midday, evening, and late-night slots. The operation integrates traditional broadcast with digital workflows, reflecting Doyle's expertise in online , to cover New Hampshire-specific events like politics and while maintaining separation from station sales and promotion functions per Hearst's ethical standards. Specialized units handle ( Watch 9 ) and public affairs, ensuring focused expertise within the hierarchical framework.

Signature News Programs

CloseUp serves as WMUR-TV's flagship political and community affairs program, airing Sundays at 10:30 a.m. and focusing on in-depth interviews, debates, and analysis of New Hampshire-specific issues such as elections, policy debates, and local governance. Hosted by WMUR political director Adam Sexton, the program features discussions with candidates, lawmakers, and experts, including recent episodes on mayoral debates covering , education funding, and state budget impacts. It emphasizes substantive policy examination over partisan framing, drawing on the station's role in covering New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation presidential primary. New Hampshire Chronicle is a nightly magazine-format program broadcast weeknights at 7 p.m., showcasing human-interest stories, historical features, and spotlights on local businesses, communities, and cultural landmarks across the state. The show highlights uplifting and informative narratives, such as explorations of Ossipee-area enterprises with roots in train depots and ski lodges, or youth programs aiding refugee integration in Concord. Longtime contributor Wetherbee anchored segments for 24 years until his retirement in 2024, preserving an archive of stories that capture 's regional character. Episodes are produced to emphasize authentic, on-the-ground reporting rather than sensationalism, aligning with the station's commitment to community-focused content. These programs distinguish WMUR's news offerings by prioritizing extended, issue-driven formats over brief updates, contributing to the station's reputation for detailed local coverage amid New Hampshire's politically charged environment. While regular newscasts like News 9 Tonight provide daily bulletins across multiple slots, and New Hampshire Chronicle represent specialized, recurring vehicles for deeper engagement.

On-Air Staff and Personnel

WMUR-TV's on-air staff includes anchors for morning, midday, and evening newscasts, reporters, and meteorologists affiliated with the Storm Watch 9 weather team, who collectively cover local news, weather, traffic, and sports across daily programming. The station maintains a relatively stable core team augmented by periodic hires from regional markets, with recent additions reflecting efforts to incorporate natives and experienced broadcasters. Morning programming features Erin Fehlau as anchor of News 9 Daybreak, alongside Sean McDonald and Katherine Underwood, who joined as a morning anchor and reporter in February 2023 after prior work. Kevin Skarupa contributes weather segments for these broadcasts; he returned to WMUR after earlier roles in , , and , having first worked at the station in 1998 under the name Kevin Joseph, and holds certifications from the . Jean Mackin anchors News 9 at Noon and contributes to special reports and the New Hampshire Chronicle program; an Edward R. Murrow Award recipient, she has covered events including presidential primaries, the , and multiple sports championships. Evening newscasts have seen transitions, with Monica Hernandez and Marissa Tansino co-anchoring the 5 p.m. show until August 2024, marking a period of consistent female-led coverage. Tansino joined in May 2022 following experience at WFMY in . Recent hires include Alanna Flood, who joined as weekend morning anchor and reporter in April 2024 after prior work in and ; Tom Garris, an anchor and reporter arriving in August 2024 from WTAE in ; Jon Schoenheider, who started as anchor and reporter in September 2024; and Ian Steele, who joined in September 2025 as a New England native contributor. The Storm Watch 9 meteorology team comprises Hayley LaPoint, who forecasts after experience with extreme U.S. weather; Jacqueline Thomas, a New England native who joined in October 2021; and Matt Hoenig, who started in July 2022 following education in . Reporters such as Arielle Mitropoulos, who joined in October 2022 after ABC News production roles, support field coverage and investigative segments.

Achievements and Recognitions

WMUR-TV has received multiple honors from the Association of Broadcasters through its Granite Mike Awards, including designation as Television Station of the Year in 2022 alongside 10 first-place wins across categories such as news, programming, and technical excellence. The station earned the same Station of the Year title in 2023, complemented by a Granite Mike for Best Newscast. Personnel achievements include Chief Meteorologist Mike Haddad being named Broadcaster of the Year in 2024 for over 30 years of weather reporting. Previously, News Director Alisha McDevitt received the award in 2019, and executive Jamie Staton in 2017. In journalism recognition, WMUR secured five regional Edward R. Murrow Awards in 2017, spanning categories like best and large-market television reporting; its digital team has accumulated further Murrow honors. The station's "Home at Last" series won a national award in 2017 for investigative work on issues. For regional eminence, WMUR's "NH Chronicle: Portrait of War" segment claimed a New England Emmy in the 46th awards cycle. In 2025, the promotion team and additional "NH Chronicle" contributions by staff including Karen Meyers earned Emmys. Other distinctions include the "Keeping the Dream Alive" Award in 2021 from the NAACP New Hampshire Freedom Fund for sustained coverage of diverse communities.

Criticisms of Reporting Practices

WMUR-TV has faced criticism from conservative commentators and viewers for perceived left-leaning bias in its political reporting, particularly in coverage of Republican figures and events in New Hampshire. In September 2020, following the death of former Republican Governor Steve Merrill, WMUR's reporting included phrasing such as "Despite his conservative leadership, Merrill was friendly and had a sense of humor," which critics interpreted as implying a contrast between conservatism and personal warmth. Additionally, a broadcast graphic suggested Merrill supported "broad based taxes," contradicting the article's own acknowledgment of his opposition to such measures, leading to accusations of sloppy fact-checking and selective portrayal. Republican state representatives and activists publicly condemned the coverage, with Lynne Blankenbeker stating, "This is unacceptable rhetoric... blatant bias and attack on conservatives," while Regina Birdsell called it "Disgraceful!" and Katherine Prudhomme O'Brien described it as "Disgusting, and quite telling of the innate bias at WMUR." Broader complaints from online forums and echo these sentiments, accusing WMUR of promoting liberal viewpoints, failing to cover stories unfavorable to Democrats, and blending opinion with news, as reflected in user reviews rating the station poorly for impartiality. For example, a April 2025 post on X claimed WMUR was "extremely biased" and incapable of accurately summarizing events without distortion. Critics have also faulted WMUR for limited original investigative reporting, relying instead on police scanners, wire services, or pre-reported national stories, which some argue diminishes local depth and accountability. These accusations persist amid WMUR's role in New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation presidential primary coverage, where detractors from the right perceive an alignment with national ABC network tendencies toward progressive framing, though independent evaluators like have rated the station as least biased overall with high factual accuracy based on story selection and sourcing.

Influence and Reception

Role in New Hampshire Politics

WMUR-TV has served as a primary platform for political discourse in New Hampshire, particularly due to the state's status as host of the nation's first presidential primary, positioning the station as the sole commercial television outlet in the state with significant reach during election cycles. The station's news team, including veteran political reporter John DiStaso with over 35 years of coverage on state politics and public policy, provides in-depth reporting that influences voter awareness of candidates and issues. Similarly, reporters like James Pindell, who has covered both Iowa caucuses and New Hampshire primaries for local media, contribute to WMUR's reputation as a key source for Granite State political analysis. The station plays a central role in hosting debates that shape candidate visibility and public perceptions. For instance, WMUR co-hosted a Democratic presidential debate on February 7, 2020, alongside ABC News, featuring multiple candidates vying for their party's nomination. In the lead-up to the 2024 Republican primary, WMUR and ABC News announced plans for a debate on January 18, 2024, though it was ultimately canceled after qualifying candidates opted out. Locally, WMUR's "Granite State Debates" series in September 2024 included forums for Democratic gubernatorial candidates on September 4 and Republican candidates in the 2nd Congressional District on September 5, providing voters direct exposure to policy positions. WMUR's airwaves also reflect the intensity of New Hampshire's electoral spending, with political advertisements comprising nearly one in five ads aired in 2016 and over $14 million spent on TV spots in the 2024 gubernatorial race between and as of October 14. This saturation, combined with live election night coverage starting at 7 p.m. on November 5, 2024, underscores the station's function as a conduit for campaign messaging and real-time results, amplifying its influence on undecided voters in a . During primary seasons, national attention on WMUR elevates its local reporting, as seen in 2020 when post-Iowa coverage positioned the station as a pivotal player in the early nomination process.

Community Engagement and Impact

WMUR-TV engages the community through targeted initiatives aimed at supporting education, recognizing local contributions, and highlighting positive stories. These efforts include annual drives and ongoing programs that facilitate resource distribution and volunteerism, often in partnership with nonprofits. The station's "Pack a Pack" campaign, held annually, collects backpacks filled with school supplies and snacks for students in need, targeting organizations like the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua. In 2025, the drive on gathered thousands of backpacks toward a goal of 4,000, with donations accepted at WMUR studios and partner sites to aid children starting the year. This initiative directly addresses educational resource gaps in low-income families across the state. Through the "Heroes Among Us" series, WMUR honors residents and organizations exemplifying community service, such as Honor Flight New England, which transports senior veterans to , memorials, and the Food Bank, distributing over 440,000 meals annually. Nominations are open to the public for individuals or groups demonstrating extraordinary acts, with recent recipients including the Pass Along Project for providing wardrobes to those in need and a diaper pantry addressing family essentials. The program amplifies underrecognized efforts, fostering greater public awareness and support for local nonprofits. WMUR's "Volunteer Connection," integrated into its Community Connection outreach, maintains a directory of nonprofits seeking assistance, connecting viewers with opportunities in areas like food insecurity and veteran support. Complementing this, the "Heart of New Hampshire" magazine-style program, launched on September 7, 2025, airs weekly to showcase stories of resilience and collaboration, such as winter coat drives by Granite United Way and community events promoting positivity. These platforms enhance civic participation by bridging media coverage with actionable community involvement.

Public Perception and Ratings

WMUR-TV maintains a dominant position in the New Hampshire television market, where it operates as the state's primary ABC affiliate and sole in-state commercial broadcaster, reaching over one million viewers across air, online, and streaming platforms. Industry analyses indicate strong audience engagement, with the station's morning newscast capturing approximately 50% share of the audience in New Hampshire's six southern counties during key viewing slots, despite competition from signals. Weekly viewership data from 2020 shows WMUR reaching 56.2% of the market's approximately 468,730 television households at least once, underscoring its role as the leading source in a designated market area (DMA) ranked around 80th nationally. Public perception of WMUR-TV centers on its reliability for local and political coverage, particularly during New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation presidential primaries, where it functions as a key media outlet influencing voter . evaluators assess the station as minimally biased in story selection with high factual reporting standards, attributing this to straightforward local focused on state affairs rather than national ideological slants. While systematic trust polls specific to WMUR are scarce, its consistent emphasis on New Hampshire-centric reporting fosters a reputation for accessibility and relevance among residents, though informal user feedback on review sites reveals mixed sentiments, with some criticizing perceived over-reliance on network content. No major controversies have significantly eroded its standing, and its operational stability under ownership supports sustained viewer loyalty in a fragmented media landscape.

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