WABI-TV (Bangor, ME)

WABI-TV in Bangor proudly became Maine's first television station when it went live on January 25, 1953. The station was established by Horace A. Hildreth, a former governor of Maine, who had previously obtained the license for the state's oldest radio station, WABI-AM, passing on the same call letters to the new TV station. Initially, WABI-TV was affiliated with multiple networks, including CBS, NBC, ABC, and Dumont. It started out primarily as an NBC affiliate, but after just over a year, it switched to being a primary CBS affiliate while still airing some ABC shows in partnership with WTWO (WLBZ). By 1959, WABI-TV officially became a full-time CBS affiliate.

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Bills discussed in Augusta regarding universal healthcare system

13 hours ago | wabi.tv | Keenan Mills

Members of the public testified on two bills in Augusta on Wednesday regarding the creation of a universal healthcare system in Maine.
Bills discussed in Augusta regarding universal healthcare system

14 hours ago | wabi.tv

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‘Life-changing event’: Woman loses husband of 59 years after lightning strikes home, family says

18 hours ago | wabi.tv | Jordan Gartner

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Mom of 2-year-old girl killed by grandpa in triple murder-suicide says ‘he loved her so much’

1 day ago | wabi.tv | Rachael Thomas |Domonique Benn |Emily Van de Riet

KEITHVILLE, La. (KSLA/Gray News) – The mother of a 2-year-old girl who was killed in a murder-suicide that left three others dead is at a loss for why it happened. Kara Hanning, the mom of 2-year-old Adalynn Mae Sadler, said she wouldn’t wish this tragedy on anybody. On May 5, the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office was called out to a home in Keithville, Louisiana, to do a welfare check. When deputies got there, they said Adalynn’s grandfather, 60-year-old Leroy Sadler, refused to communicate with them.
‘It’s a tug on the heart a little bit‘: Father-daughter duo celebrate joint graduation

1 day ago | wabi.tv | Jessica Gruenling

INDIANAPOLIS (WRTV) - It was a memorable weekend at Indiana University in Bloomington. Graduation ceremonies took place on Saturday and among those who turned their tassels was a father and his daughter, who are now members of the class of 2025. Liv Clements and Reggie Johnson got to celebrate their accomplishment together. “It’s going to be a great story to tell,” Johnson said. Johnson worked at the university years ago in various departments to help support his family.
Husson University honors graduates at 126th Commencement Ceremony

4 days ago | wabi.tv | Grace Bradley

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - It’s a busy weekend in Bangor as the Class of 2025 crosses the bridge from students to alumni. Over 7 thousand watched 798 Husson University students take their first steps into post-graduate life Saturday. While Lynne Coy-Ogan has attended 20 Husson graduations, the 126th Commencement Ceremony marked her first as president of the university.
Fantasy gala in Newport next weekend to benefit rare neurological disorder

5 days ago | wabi.tv | Grace Bradley

NEWPORT, Maine (WABI) - Next weekend, you can step into a fantasy world to support real change. The Grove in Newport is hosting the inaugural Enchanted Dreams Fantasy Gala to raise funds and awareness for Rett Syndrome. It is scheduled for May 17 from 4 to 9 p.m.The event is spearheaded by local mom Laura Whalen, who’s 4-year-old daughter Adley was diagnosed with the rare genetic disorder two years ago.
Soggy Saturday. Sunny & Dry Mother’s Day

5 days ago | wabi.tv | Curt Olson

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) -Low pressure moving into southern New England will bring showers to the region overnight. Rain has started to fall in the western and central Maine and will slide into the Bangor region after 10 PM with some locations along the New Brunswick border not seeing any rain until or shortly after midnight. Lows tonight will be mostly in the 40s. The low will move into the Gulf of Maine Saturday morning.
‘Crazy in a good way’: Bangor Floral tackling one of their busiest weeks

5 days ago | wabi.tv | Connor Magliozzi

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - If you’re looking to buy some flowers in the coming days, you’re certainly not alone. Bangor Floral says this time of year is crazy in a good way. They’re getting plenty of orders for proms, graduations, and Mother’s Day. We spoke with Bangor Floral’s owner about what kind of flower arrangement is best for Mother’s Day. “Arrangements are like moms, they’re all different. They’re all unique. What one mom will love another mom may not.
Hampden fire, police welcome home boy battling aggressive brain cancer

5 days ago | wabi.tv | Grace Bradley

HAMPDEN, Maine (WABI) - A Hampden third grader got a warm welcome home Friday. Colby Annis, 8, has been battling an aggressive form of brain cancer for the past year. Colby and his grandmother Cindy have been traveling to and from Boston for his treatments. Due to his current condition, Colby has stopped treatments and wearing his Optune cap.