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Derek Forrest
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Sports Director, DC News Now
Washington
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NBA, WNBANFL, College Football
transportation, sports, stock market updates
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DC News Now
DC News Now is a broadcast news operation based in Washington, D.C., formed from the merger of WDVM-TV and WDCW under Nexstar Media Inc. Launched on July 11, 2022, it produces over 67 hours of local news programming each week, focusing on politics, breaking news, weather, and sports. The newsroom is headquartered at WDCW’s facility and serves the Washington, D.C. market, including parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. The station offers daily newscasts, regional coverage from its bureaus in Hagerstown, Frederick, and Chantilly, and a mobile app that provides live alerts and on-demand video content. DC News Now also broadcasts Loudoun United FC matches, enhancing its sports coverage. With a commitment to hyperlocal journalism, it targets residents in the Washington metropolitan area, delivering community-focused news and updates. The newsroom employs over 80 staff members and emphasizes diversity and competitive benefits.
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States
Founded: 1970