WUPA Atlanta To Become a Part of CBS

There’s been a shakeup in local TV in Georgia’s largest city. CBS recently announced that WUPA Atlanta, broadcasting on Channel 69, will become its new network affiliate in Atlanta, Georgia, starting August 16.

That means that Atlanta News First, previously known as CBS46, is ending its relationship with CBS, which began 31 years ago.

Welcome To Atlanta, WUPA Atlanta

Previously an independent station and a CW affiliate from 2006 to 2024, WUPA has been owned by CBS News & Stations since 1994.

On August 16, it will rebrand as CBS Atlanta and launch a streaming CBS News Atlanta channel, featuring regional weather, traffic, and local news. Gray Media’s WANF, the CBS affiliate since 1994, will transition to an independent station focused on local news.

CBS operates 27 stations in 17 major U.S. markets and runs the CBS News 24/7 streaming service. “Launching our first owned CBS station in Atlanta is a milestone,” said Jennifer Mitchell, president of CBS Stations and CBS News and Stations Digital. “This expansion brings CBS’ award-winning programming to a vibrant market, investing in local journalism and trusted content for Atlanta viewers.”

What Is CBS News 24/7?

CBS News 24/7 is a free, premier anchored streaming news service from CBS News and Stations, accessible to anyone with an internet connection. It provides round-the-clock coverage of breaking news, live events, original reporting, and storytelling from CBS News’ top anchors and correspondents across local, national, and global levels.

The service is available on platforms like cbsnews.com, the CBS News app, and various streaming devices.

Final Word

With WUPA’s rebranding to CBS Atlanta on August 16, 2025, CBS will launch a dedicated CBS News Atlanta streaming channel. This channel will focus on regional weather, traffic, local news, and breaking news specific to the Atlanta area, complementing the broader CBS News 24/7 offerings. It aims to deliver trusted, high-quality journalism directly to the Atlanta community.