WBTV

WBTV was the first television broadcaster in the Carolinas. Since 1949, the station has had a commitment to the communities we serve in Charlotte and beyond. From Boone to Rock Hill, Shelby to Salisbury, Gastonia, Hickory and so many areas in between, WBTV is considered the most trustworthy source of news and information.

Maureen O’Boyle stepping away from WBTV

CHARLOTTE, NC (May 2, 2022) - Maureen O’Boyle announced today that she will be stepping down as an anchor and…

3 years ago

WBTV Names Al Conklin New Chief Meteorologist

CHARLOTTE, NC (December 8, 2021) --  WBTV has named Al Conklin its new Chief Meteorologist. Conklin will take over the…

3 years ago

Chief Meteorologist Eric Thomas to Retire from WBTV in December

CHARLOTTE, NC (July 7, 2021) -- After 33 years, Eric Thomas—WBTV’s longest-serving weather personality—has announced he plans to retire at…

4 years ago

WBTV Is First Again, Finishes May #1

CHARLOTTE, NC (June 1, 2019) -- The top television station in the Charlotte market for the May 2019 Nielsen sweeps…

6 years ago

WBTV News Director Dennis Milligan Retires, Kim Saxon Promoted

CHARLOTTE, NC (April 19, 2019) -- WBTV officially announced on April 19, 2019 that Kim Saxon will be the next…

6 years ago

WBTV Adds More Local Programming

CHARLOTTE, NC (March 18, 2019) -- WBTV announced today plans to launch a new hour of local programming at 3…

6 years ago