In 1982, the station shifted to a conservative talk format that has defined it for over 40 years. Under current owner , who purchased the station via Red Apple Media in 2020, WABC has undergone a significant revitalization:
In 2025, WABC-TV completed its move from its long-time Upper West Side home at 77 West 66th Street to a brand-new broadcast center at 7 Hudson Square in Lower Manhattan. In 1982, the station shifted to a conservative
As of April 2026, the station is actively expanding its brand into three distinct channels—WABC One, Two, and Three—aiming to challenge the BBC by offering specialized news, talk, and music streams. The synergy between the radio and television brands
The synergy between the radio and television brands continues to influence the New York media landscape through a diverse lineup of talent and coverage: featuring voices like Sid Rosenberg
The station moved away from brokered weekend content to nearly 24/7 live hosting, featuring voices like Sid Rosenberg , Greg Kelly , and the return of legends like Cousin Brucie .