WXLV-TV (Winston Salem, NC)

WXLV is a television station located in North Carolina and serves as an ABC affiliate under the ownership of Sinclair Broadcast Group. Sinclair, Inc. stands as one of the largest and most varied television broadcasting entities in the United States. Currently, Sinclair owns and operates 163 television stations across 77 markets, pending any ongoing transactions. Their network covers about 38.7% of television households in the U.S. and includes affiliates for major networks such as FOX, ABC, MyTV, CW, CBS, NBC, Univision, and Azteca.

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#629385

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#166781

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Report: Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom call off engagement after 7 years together

2 days ago | abc45.com | Kevin Zelman |Courtney Tezeno

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have ended their nearly decade long relationship according to sources from Us Weekly. Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom attend the LA premiere of Amazon's "Carnival Row" in 2019 in Hollywood, California. (Credit: Phillip Faraone/Getty)Rumors have been swirling for months around the couple. “Katy and Orlando have split but are amicable. It’s not contentious at the moment.
One dead after early Wednesday shooting in Winston-Salem

3 days ago | abc45.com | Peter Stratta

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Around 2:15 Wednesday morning, Winston-Salem Police were called to a reported shooting on the 200 block of Dalewood Drive. After arriving on scene, officers say they found a shooting victim in the parking lot, identified as Jacob Riley Diehl. Diehl, 20, was pronounced dead not long after by Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responders. Authorities say that Diehl's next of kin have been alerted to his death.
Reidsville double homicide suspect still wanted by police

3 days ago | abc45.com | Peter Stratta

REIDSVILLE, N.C. — Police in Reidsville continue their search for Dexter Lamar Scales, Sr. He is wanted for two first degree murder charges from June 12. Police Chief Ray Gibson shared the following message:“As you may be aware, we have two warrants for Dexter Lamar Scales, Sr. for First Degree Murder. We are still attempting to locate and arrest Dexter Lamar Scales, Sr. I want everyone to know, if you aid or harbor Dexter Lamar Scales, Sr. in ANY way, you will be charged and arrested.
First Measles case of 2025 identified in the Piedmont-Triad

4 days ago | abc45.com | Peter Stratta

PIEDMONT TRIAD, N.C. — Officials with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services say that they have confirmed a case of measles in a child who was recently visiting both Forsyth and Guilford counties. The child reportedly became ill while traveling to NC from another country, where there were ongoing measles outbreaks. Their identity will not be made public in order to protect the individual and their family’s privacy.
Surry County infant parents arrested on child abuse charges

4 days ago | abc45.com | Peter Stratta

SURRY COUNTY, N.C. — On May 13, Surry County emergency officials responded to a 911 call claiming an unresponsive six-week-old infant at a Thurmond home on Mack Nixon Lane. Emergency Medical Services say they took the child to Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Brenner Children’s Hospital in Winston-Salem. Doctors say that the infant had suffered several serious and unexplained injuries, leading to a criminal investigation.
Winston-Salem Police investigating Crystal Towers stabbing

4 days ago | abc45.com | Peter Stratta

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Around 7:30 Monday night, Winston-Salem Police say they were alerted to a reported stabbing at 625 West Sixth Street (Crystal Towers). After arriving on scene, officers learned that victim Mary Browning was stabbed in the laundry room by a man, following an argument turning physical. Browning, 49, was hospitalized where police say she remains in critical, but stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries.
High risk missing man from Winston-Salem

5 days ago | abc45.com | Peter Stratta

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Police in Winston-Salem are asking for public help in finding a high risk missing man. Anthony Garofalo was last seen Sunday, and is believed to be driving a red Nissan Sentra. Police say he suffers from cognitive impairments. He is described as 5'6" tall and 170 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. Officials say he was last seen wearing a brown Hawaiian button down shirt and blue jeans. If you see him, call Winston-Salem Police's non-emergency number at 336-773-7700.
Known felon found with meth in Asheboro, police say

5 days ago | abc45.com | Peter Stratta

ASHEBORO, N.C. — Police in Asheboro say they have been diligently investigating Leon Vincent Moore over suspected methamphetamine trafficking. Investigators say that Moore is a two-time federal felon who was on post-release supervision for a second Possession of a Firearm by a Felon charge. Moore also has a past 2nd Degree Murder conviction. On Friday, police say they took Moore into custody.
Rockingham County shooting suspect arrested

1 week ago | abc45.com | Peter Stratta

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. — Wednesday evening, Rockingham County Sheriff’s deputies were told of a gunshot victim found at a Stoneville home on NC Highway 135. First responders soon arrived to the scene and found a white male who was shot in his abdomen. Officials say the victim was soon hospitalized for further treatment. During the investigation, authorities identified homeowner James Patrick Brittain as the suspect.
Davidson County man charged with repeated church break ins

1 week ago | abc45.com | Peter Stratta

DAVIDSON COUNTY, N.C. — Dating back to multiple days early last week, Davidson County Sheriff’s deputies received multiple break in, larceny, and vandalism reports from several churches. The affected churches include: Summerville Baptist Church, New Jerusalem Lutheran Church, Fairview United Methodist Church, and Clear Spring Global Methodist Church. Deputies joined forces with Denton Police, who arrested suspect Steven Anthony Lamonds on Thursday.