From traffic to touchdowns, Atlanta News First (ANF) is known for delivering reliable, relevant content to its audience. Since the broadcast station has parted ways with CBS to focus on all things Atlanta, we’ve broken down what this change means for its viewers.
The news station went independent on Saturday, August 16, promising more local programming and reporters in the field moving forward. This shift has put an end to their 31-year affiliation with CBS. Now, the station is eager to expand its investment in local news, weather, sports, and lifestyle content.
Why did Atlanta News First go fully independent?
With its new direction as an independent news station, ANF strives to better serve the local Atlanta community. By ending its affiliation with CBS, the company can take complete control of the station’s offerings and expand its news footprint.
What exciting changes can you expect from Atlanta News First?
Since going independent, ANF is expanding its local sports coverage with new pre- and postgame shows centered around this fall’s UGA football schedule. The news outlet also has strong partnerships with the MLB’s Atlanta Braves, the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream, and the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks, meaning more year-round sports broadcasting is on the horizon.
Plus, ANF will now offer the most local news hours weekly, providing an in-depth look into how these happenings will impact you, your neighborhood, and your city.
How can you watch on-air coverage from Atlanta News First?
You can still catch coverage from the now-independently-owned news station over the air via WANF Channel 46, so no need to memorize a new number! ANF is also accessible through cable and satellite, including Xfinity, Spectrum, Dish, and DirecTV.
Additionally, viewers can stream ANF on YouTube TV, DirecTV Stream, and the free ANF+ channel on Roku, AppleTV, and Samsung devices.
What sets Atlanta News First apart from other broadcasting channels?
ANF has received prestigious awards, both locally and nationally, for its stellar investigative journalismand broadcast coverage. In the weather department, their First Alert Weather team has earned WeatheRate’s ‘Most Accurate’ certification for 11 consecutive years.
In the words of Pat LaPlatney, Gray Media’s President and Co-CEO, Atlanta News First is “not just a slogan” but rather the “philosophy for the entire organization.”