Wyoming Television Stations

Wyoming operates 15+ full-power television stations across two major markets, serving the nation's least populous state with comprehensive broadcast coverage. From Wyoming's oldest station KGWN-TV established in 1954 to the statewide Wyoming PBS network reaching 95% of residents, the state's television infrastructure overcomes challenging mountain terrain through an extensive network of translators and repeaters.

15+

Full-Power Stations

2

Major DMA Markets

95%

Wyoming PBS Coverage

49+

Low-Power Translators

Table of Contents

📺 DMA Markets Overview

Wyoming television broadcasting is divided into two major Designated Market Areas (DMAs) that serve different regions of the state. The geographic challenges of Wyoming's mountainous terrain require extensive translator networks to reach rural communities.

Casper-Riverton Market (DMA #237)

Coverage Area: Central Wyoming including Natrona, Fremont, and surrounding counties

Population: Approximately 83,000 TV households

Geographic Coverage: 9,381 square miles

Major Cities: Casper, Riverton, Lander, Thermopolis

Network Affiliates: ABC (KTWO), NBC (KCWY), CBS (KGWC), FOX (KFNB), PBS (KCWC)

Cheyenne-Scottsbluff Market (DMA #196)

Coverage Area: Southeast Wyoming and Nebraska Panhandle

Population: Approximately 61,010 TV households

Geographic Coverage: 5,665 square miles across Wyoming and Nebraska

Major Cities: Cheyenne, Scottsbluff, Laramie

Network Affiliates: CBS (KGWN), FOX (KLWY), NBC (via KGWN subchannel)

Ranked 196th of 210 DMAs nationally

Multi-State Coverage: Parts of Wyoming are also served by the Denver, CO DMA (covering 18.7% of the state), providing additional viewing options for border communities.

🎬 Casper-Riverton Market Stations

The Casper-Riverton market serves central Wyoming with five major full-power commercial stations and two public television outlets. Most stations share studios on Skyview Drive in Casper and utilize shared services agreements for operational efficiency.

Call SignChannelNetworkCity of LicenseOwner
KTWO-TV2ABCCasperVision Alaska LLC
KGWC-TV14CBSCasperBig Horn Television LLC
KCWY-DT13NBC / The CW PlusCasperMarquee Broadcasting
KFNB20FOXCasperCoastal Television Broadcasting
KCWC4PBSLanderCentral Wyoming College
KPTW6PBSCasperCentral Wyoming College

KTWO-TV (Channel 2) - ABC

Website: k2tv.com

Studios: Skyview Drive, Casper

Translator Network: Multiple low-power translators including:

  • K28HL-D (Channel 28) - Riverton
  • K16LT-D (Channel 16) - Thermopolis
  • Lander, Shoshoni, and Pinedale translators

KCWY-DT (Channel 13) - NBC

Studios: Mills, Wyoming

Networks: NBC (primary), The CW Plus (secondary)

History: Became NBC affiliate on September 1, 2003, after NBC ended 40+ year affiliation with KTWO-TV

Ownership Change: Transferred to Marquee Broadcasting on July 1, 2024 in station swap with Gray Television

KFNB (Channel 20) - FOX

Studios: Skyview Drive, Casper (shared with KTWO and KGWC)

Owner: Coastal Television Broadcasting Company LLC

Operations: Provides shared services to ABC affiliate KTWO-TV and CBS affiliate KGWC-TV

Satellite Station: KLWY (Channel 27) in Cheyenne mirrors KFNB programming

KGWC-TV (Channel 14) - CBS

Studios: Skyview Drive, Casper (shared facilities)

Owner: Big Horn Television LLC

Shared Services: Operates under SSA with Coastal Television Broadcasting

Market: Serves Casper-Riverton DMA with CBS network programming

Rural Coverage Strategy: To overcome Wyoming's mountainous terrain, Casper-area stations deploy extensive networks of low-power UHF and VHF translators that rebroadcast signals to remote communities where direct reception is obstructed. This infrastructure serves approximately 83,000 viewers across 9,381 square miles.

📡 Cheyenne-Scottsbluff Market Stations

The Cheyenne-Scottsbluff market covers southeast Wyoming and the Nebraska Panhandle, serving three separated population centers: Cheyenne, Scottsbluff, and Laramie. KGWN-TV, Wyoming's oldest television station, anchors this market.

Call SignChannelNetworkCity of LicenseOwner
KGWN-TV5CBS / The CW PlusCheyenneMarquee Broadcasting
KLWY27FOXCheyenneCoastal Television Broadcasting
KDEV-LP40ABCCheyenneLow-Power
KQCK33Religious (CTN)CheyenneDenver TV Licenses
KMAH-LP39Cornerstone TelevisionCheyenneRobert R. Rule
KKRR-LP45IndependentCheyenneRobert R. Rule

KGWN-TV (Channel 5) - CBS

Historic Significance: Wyoming's oldest television station, signing on as KFBC-TV on March 22, 1954

Coverage Area: Cheyenne and surrounding areas including Goshen, Platte, Albany Counties (WY), Nebraska Panhandle, Northern Colorado

Digital Subchannels:

  • 5.1 - CBS (primary)
  • 5.2 - NBC (simulcast of sister station KNEP)
  • 5.3 - The CW Plus

Ownership History: Transferred from Gray Television to Marquee Broadcasting on July 1, 2024

Translator: K19FX-D (Channel 19) in Laramie extends coverage to areas unable to receive over-the-air signal

KLWY (Channel 27) - FOX

Sign-On Date: August 5, 1994 (third full-fledged commercial station in eastern Wyoming)

Relationship: Semi-satellite of KFNB (Channel 20) in Casper

Programming: Airs nearly identical programming to KFNB with separate station identifications and commercials

Operations: Managed from KFNB's studios on Skyview Drive in Casper

Transmitter Location: Southwest of Cheyenne along I-25

Previous Affiliations: ABC affiliate from 1984-2004 before becoming FOX affiliate

Market Characteristics: The Cheyenne-Scottsbluff DMA is geographically large but sparsely populated, ranking 196th of 210 DMAs nationally with 61,010 TV households spread across 5,665 square miles. For over 30 years, KGWN-TV was the only commercial station serving eastern Wyoming.

📚 Wyoming PBS Network

Wyoming PBS, operating as KCWC-TV, provides statewide public television service reaching approximately 95% of Wyoming residents. As the 49th state to establish public television in 1983, Wyoming PBS has grown from a single transmitter to an extensive network covering the nation's least populous state.

95%

Wyoming Population Coverage

49

Low-Power Translator Sites

3

Full-Power Transmitters

Wyoming PBS Stations

Call SignChannelPowerCity of LicenseCoverage Area
KCWC4100 kWLanderCasper-Riverton market (main transmitter on South Pass)
KPTW6Full-PowerCasperCentral Wyoming
KWYP8High-PowerLaramieLaramie and Cheyenne (launched November 2004)
K50BL50Low-PowerJacksonJackson Hole area

History & Development

  • May 10, 1983: KCWC-TV signed on the air, making Wyoming the 49th state to get public television (only Montana took longer)
  • Initial Operation: 16 hours of programming per day with 10 full-time and 3 part-time staff
  • January 1, 2008: Rebranded from Wyoming Public Television to Wyoming PBS
  • 38+ Years: Expanded from single transmitter to statewide network through state/federal grants and private donations

Funding & Operations

Fiscal Year 2024 Budget:

  • Federal CPB: $1.32 million (33%)
  • State Funding: $1.92 million (48%)
  • Private Donations: Balance of funding

Studio Location: 2660 Peck Avenue, Riverton, Wyoming

License Holder: Central Wyoming College

How to Watch Wyoming PBS

Over-the-Air: Free with antenna on channels 4, 6, and 8 (depending on location)

Online: Stream at wyomingpbs.org

PBS App: Available on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Android TV

Streaming Devices: Amazon Fire TV, Fire Tablet, Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Vizio

YouTube TV: Stream live and on-demand

PBS.org: National PBS streaming platform

Mission: Wyoming PBS focuses on telling Wyoming's stories through music, art, and in-depth news coverage. The network operates three full-power transmitters (South Pass, Casper, Laramie) plus 49 low-power translators located on mountain tops statewide.

🏔️ Jackson Area Television Stations

Jackson, Wyoming relies primarily on retransmission stations and translators due to its remote mountain location. The area receives signals from Idaho Falls and Casper stations along with Wyoming PBS coverage.

ChannelCall SignNetworkNotes
2KJWYNBCRetransmission of KPVI-6 Pocatello, Idaho
50K50BLPBSWyoming Public Television translator
56K56BTABCRetransmission of KTWO-2 Casper
27KLWYFOXAvailable via cable/satellite from Cheyenne
Geographic Challenges: Jackson's location in the Teton Range requires most residents to rely on cable, satellite, or streaming services for full network programming. The area is also served by Idaho Falls stations due to proximity.

📶 Cable & Satellite TV Providers in Wyoming

Wyoming residents access television through a mix of over-the-air broadcasts, cable services, and satellite providers. Due to the state's rural nature and mountainous terrain, many areas rely on satellite delivery for reliable service.

Spectrum (Cable)

Coverage: 57.63% of Wyoming (332,462 people)

Service Areas: Southeast, central, northeast, northwest regions

Major Cities Served:

  • Cheyenne, Laramie, Casper, Gillette
  • Sheridan, Cody, Jackson, Lander
  • Riverton, Rawlins, Powell, Thermopolis
  • Buffalo, Basin, Greybull, Newcastle

Internet Speeds: Up to 1,000 Mbps available statewide

Website: spectrum.com/wyoming

Satellite TV (DIRECTV & DISH)

Availability: 100% of Wyoming (available anywhere with clear sky view)

Advantages:

  • Serves remote rural areas without cable infrastructure
  • Better packages for less money in many cases
  • Bundling options with Viasat internet and VoIP phone
  • Access to network programming and local stations

Considerations:

  • May require deposit ($100-$300) for low credit scores
  • Satellite dish rental or lease fees
  • Weather can affect signal during severe storms

Alternative Note: 81.69% of Wyoming homes have alternatives to satellite if credit/deposits are concerns

Other Providers

CenturyLink

Regional provider offering bundled TV, internet, and phone services in select Wyoming markets with competitive pricing

Viasat

Satellite internet provider offering TV bundles with DIRECTV packages, serving remote areas statewide

Streaming Services

YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV available where high-speed internet is accessible (50+ Mbps recommended)

Rural Considerations: Wyoming's status as the least populous state means rural residents often require satellite delivery for television service. While cable infrastructure exists in cities and towns, mountainous terrain and sparse population make satellite the practical choice for remote properties.

📰 Local News Coverage

Wyoming television stations provide local news coverage across the state, with major operations in Casper and Cheyenne. Recent consolidation has created unified news operations serving broader regions.

Wyoming News Now

Launch Date: January 2019

Stations: Merged operations of KGWN-TV (Cheyenne) and KCWY-DT (Casper)

Coverage: Consolidated news operation serving much of Wyoming

Website: wyomingnewsnow.tv

Features: Live streaming available, covering both southeastern and central Wyoming markets

Owner: Marquee Broadcasting (as of July 2024)

KTWO-TV News (K2 News)

Station: KTWO-TV (ABC affiliate) Casper

Website: k2tv.com

Recent Changes: 2020 ownership change led to significant downsizing including:

  • Layoffs of four on-air personalities
  • Elimination of weekend newscasts
  • April 2022: Adopted News Hub centralized production service

Current Format: Partly automated content with localized weather and news inserts, minimized on-site staffing

News Coverage by Market

Cheyenne-Scottsbluff Market

  • KGWN-TV (CBS): Part of Wyoming News Now operation
  • Coverage: Cheyenne, Laramie, Goshen, Platte, Albany Counties
  • Regional: Nebraska Panhandle, Northern Colorado

Casper-Riverton Market

  • KTWO-TV (ABC): K2 News with News Hub service
  • KCWY-DT (NBC): Part of Wyoming News Now operation
  • Coverage: Natrona, Fremont, Converse, and surrounding counties
Industry Trends: Like many small-market television stations nationwide, Wyoming broadcasters have consolidated operations and adopted centralized news services to maintain local coverage while managing costs. The 2024 station ownership changes continue this trend of consolidation.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Wyoming operates 15+ full-power television stations across two major markets: Casper-Riverton (DMA #237) and Cheyenne-Scottsbluff (DMA #196). The Casper market has 6 full-power stations including KTWO (ABC), KCWY (NBC), KGWC (CBS), KFNB (FOX), KCWC (PBS), and KPTW (PBS). The Cheyenne market includes KGWN (CBS), KLWY (FOX), and several low-power stations. Additionally, Wyoming PBS operates 49 low-power translator stations on mountain tops to reach 95% of the state's population despite challenging terrain.

KGWN-TV (Channel 5) in Cheyenne is Wyoming's oldest television station, originally signing on as KFBC-TV on March 22, 1954. For over 30 years, it was the only commercial station serving eastern Wyoming. The station currently operates as a CBS affiliate with additional subchannels carrying NBC (5.2) and The CW Plus (5.3). KGWN-TV serves the Cheyenne-Scottsbluff market covering southeast Wyoming, the Nebraska Panhandle, and northern Colorado. The station transferred from Gray Television to Marquee Broadcasting on July 1, 2024.

Wyoming PBS is available through multiple platforms reaching 95% of Wyoming residents. Over-the-air broadcasts are available free with an antenna on channels 4 (KCWC Lander), 6 (KPTW Casper), and 8 (KWYP Laramie), plus 49 translator stations statewide. Stream online at wyomingpbs.org or through the free PBS App on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, Fire Tablet, Roku, Samsung Smart TV, and Vizio. Wyoming PBS is also available on YouTube TV and the national PBS.org streaming platform. The network operates three full-power transmitters on South Pass, Casper, and Laramie.

Spectrum is Wyoming's primary cable provider, covering 57.63% of the state (332,462 people) with service in major cities including Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, Gillette, Sheridan, Cody, Jackson, Lander, and Riverton. Internet speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps statewide. DIRECTV and DISH satellite services are available to 100% of Wyoming residents, making them essential for rural areas without cable infrastructure. CenturyLink offers bundled services in select markets. Satellite providers may require deposits of $100-$300 for customers with low credit scores, though 81.69% of Wyoming homes have cable alternatives. Streaming services like YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV work where high-speed internet (50+ Mbps) is available.

On February 1, 2024, Gray Television announced it would swap KGWN-TV (Cheyenne CBS) and KCWY-DT (Casper NBC) to Marquee Broadcasting in exchange for Marquee's construction permit for KCBU in Salt Lake City, Utah. The transaction was completed on July 1, 2024. This ownership change consolidated two key Wyoming stations under Marquee Broadcasting, which operates the Wyoming News Now unified news operation launched in January 2019. The stations continue serving the Cheyenne-Scottsbluff and Casper-Riverton markets respectively. This follows industry trends of consolidation in small television markets.

Wyoming stations deploy extensive networks of low-power UHF and VHF translators and repeaters to rebroadcast signals to rural communities where mountainous terrain blocks direct reception from main transmitters. KTWO-TV operates multiple translators including K28HL-D in Riverton, K16LT-D in Thermopolis, and stations in Lander, Shoshoni, and Pinedale, serving approximately 83,000 viewers across 9,381 square miles. Wyoming PBS uses 49 translator stations positioned on mountain tops statewide to reach 95% of Wyoming's population. KGWN-TV operates K19FX-D in Laramie to extend coverage to areas unable to receive over-the-air signals. This infrastructure is essential in a state ranking 196th in population density.

Wyoming News Now, launched in January 2019, provides consolidated news coverage through merged operations of KGWN-TV (Cheyenne CBS) and KCWY-DT (Casper NBC), serving much of the state with live streaming at wyomingnewsnow.tv. KTWO-TV (ABC Casper) operates K2 News at k2tv.com, though a 2020 ownership change led to downsizing including elimination of weekend newscasts and adoption of the News Hub centralized production service in April 2022. Coverage includes Cheyenne, Laramie, Casper, Riverton, and surrounding counties. Wyoming PBS provides in-depth news coverage focused on Wyoming stories. Like many small-market stations nationwide, Wyoming broadcasters have adopted centralized services and consolidated operations to maintain local coverage while managing costs.

Wyoming was the 49th state to establish public television when KCWC-TV signed on the air May 10, 1983 (only Montana took longer). The station was built in 1982-83 by Central Wyoming College and initially provided approximately 16 hours of programming per day with 10 full-time and 3 part-time staff from studios at 2660 Peck Avenue in Riverton. The network rebranded from Wyoming Public Television to Wyoming PBS on January 1, 2008. Over 38 years, the service expanded from a single transmitter to reach 95% of Wyoming through three full-power transmitters (South Pass, Casper, Laramie) and 49 low-power translators, funded by federal CPB appropriations ($1.32M, 33%), state funding ($1.92M, 48%), and private donations.

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