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Picture the imposing structure of WDIV-TV. It stands tall a beacon of news and entertainment in Detroit. For decades it has informed entertained and connected the city.

WDIV-TV Local 4 isn’t just a television station. It’s a vital part of Detroit’s history. It was the first television station in Michigan. It signed on as WWDT on October 23 1946 for a single day of demonstrations. Regular programming started June 3 1947.

This wasn’t just any station. It was a pioneer. It broadcast the first televised Detroit Tigers Red Wings and Lions games. It was the first in Michigan to broadcast in color in 1954. Think about that the vibrant colors of a game bursting into homes for the very first time in the state.

The original studios and transmitter resided in the Detroit News building. But growth necessitated a move. In 1954 a new 1004-foot transmitter was built in Southfield. Imagine the engineering feat the sheer scale of the undertaking.

Throughout its history WDIV-TV has been at the heart of major events. It documented triumphs and tragedies. It captured the city’s spirit its resilience its evolution. It won a 2022 National Edward R Murrow Award. This was for its compassionate coverage of the Oxford High School shooting.

The station’s commitment to excellence is undeniable. Local 4 News is consistently ranked number one in the Detroit television market. Its website ClickOnDetroit.com is also a leader in breaking news and weather. WDIV-TV is more than a broadcast. It is a community pillar a testament to Detroit’s enduring spirit. This is truly the place where history unfolds. And you are experiencing it now.

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