MADISON, Wis. — June 24 marks the 70th anniversary since WISC-TV made its television debut. In 1956, Wisconsin Hall of Fame broadcaster Morgan Murphy brought this station to life. In the years since, WISC-TV has continued to share the local news facing South Central Wisconsin.
Morgan Murphy Media is a family-owned company that has grown local journalism in not only Madison –but across the nation.
Looking ahead, staff and executives prepare for the future of the company and local news at its headquarters and broadcast station in Madison. Starting this month, renovations began in the space where News 3 Now staff work every day.
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