WAVY-TV, Channel 10, signed on the air September 1, 1957, as the NBC affiliate in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Originally started by Tidewater Teleradio as an offshoot to their radio station, WAVY-AM (now known as WGH-AM), WAVY-TV was purchased in 1968 by LIN Broadcasting, Inc. 

On December 19, 2014, Media General closed on its business combination with LIN, creating one of the nation’s largest multimedia companies. Media General operates 71 television stations in 48 markets, along with the industry’s leading digital media business.

Since its inception, WAVY-TV has set the standard in Hampton Roads television. It was the first local station to broadcast in “living color” (1957); the first to utilize a helicopter in its news gathering activities (1982); and the first to broadcast in stereo (1985). WAVY-DT signed on March 22, 2001: the first digital station in Hampton Roads! In 2008, we began broadcasting in High Definition – proving again that we are in the forefront in the industry.

WAVY-TV also leads the way in local News broadcasts. It was the first local station to offer 90 minutes of local evening news (1994); the first to broadcast a 5:00 AM and 5:30 AM newscast (1992); and the first to offer a Saturday Morning newscast (1995).

In 1995, WAVY-TV entered into a local marketing agreement with Hampton Roads’ independent station, WVBT (now also known as FOX 43). On January 31, 2002, LIN Television purchased FOX 43. 

WAVY and FOX 43’s Online Component

WAVY.com is Hampton Roads’ #1 TV website, known and respected for breaking news, weather sports, and streaming video. The site serves as the interactive portal for The Hampton Roads Show with live streaming and online chat. WAVY.com is 10 On Your Side, 24/7. WAVY.com is a powerhouse in digital media on multiple platforms: mobile, social media networks, blogging, email and text alerts.

FOX43TV.com is Hampton Roads’ website for both local and national entertainment news.

Broadcasting

WAVY-TV 10

WAVY-TV 10's headquarters in Portsmouth, VA, United States

This department oversees the strategic direction and overall management of the organization.

Executive Leadership

The News Team at WAVY-TV 10 is responsible for gathering, producing, and delivering timely and accurate news content to the Hampton Roads community. This team covers a wide range of tasks including field reporting, news anchoring, investigative journalism, digital content production, and multimedia journalism. They ensure comprehensive coverage across various platforms, from traditional broadcasts to digital and social media, maintaining WAVY-TV's legacy of pioneering local news broadcasts and innovation in news delivery.

News Team

The Production Team at WAVY-TV 10 is responsible for creating high-quality television broadcasts and digital media content. They handle the technical and creative aspects of production, including shooting, editing, and directing live and recorded segments. The team ensures smooth operation during broadcasts and works closely with other departments, such as news and promotions, to deliver compelling and accurate content to their audience.

Production Team

The Sales Team at WAVY-TV 10 drives revenue through the sale of advertising spots and digital media packages. Their responsibilities include managing client accounts, identifying new business opportunities, and developing tailored marketing solutions for local and national advertisers. They also collaborate closely with clients to create effective advertising campaigns that leverage WAVY-TV's leading television broadcasts and digital platforms.

Sales Team

This department focuses on creating and managing visual content for news and multimedia platforms.

Media Production

This department manages the production and coordination of news content and programming.

Newsroom Operations

This department provides meteorological analysis and forecasting to support decision-making processes.

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