ABC7 New York, officially known as WABC-TV, was launched in 1948 by the American Broadcasting Company (ABC). Then owned by Edward J. Noble, the station was part of ABC's plan to establish a strong presence in major U.S. cities. Today, WABC-TV and the rest of the ABC network are under the ownership of The Walt Disney Company. Based in New York City, ABC7 covers a multitude of news topics both local and national, including lifestyle, political campaigns, weather, and sports. They serve the Greater New York area, providing comprehensive, up-to-date news and information to one of the country's largest metropolitan regions. **One interesting fact**: ABC7 New York was home to the first regular broadcast of a morning show in the U.S., named "Good Morning America." Launched in 1975, this program pioneered the morning news and talk format on television and continues to be a staple of American morning television today.