ABC-owned KGO-TV in San Francisco has launched an on-air campaign urging viewers to contact the Federal Communications Commission in support of the station’s broadcast license renewal. The appeal comes after the FCC initiated a review of the station’s license, part of a broader inquiry involving several Disney-owned television stations.

The station’s messages emphasize its commitment to serving the Bay Area community and express concern over the FCC’s scrutiny. “No one supports your community like Channel 7. But the FCC questions that commitment,” states the on-air appeal. KGO-TV has encouraged viewers to reach out to the regulatory agency by July 29 to voice their support.

This development follows an FCC order in April requiring ABC to file early renewal applications for eight of its company-owned stations, including KABC-TV in Los Angeles and WABC-TV in New York, alongside KGO-TV. The commission is investigating potential violations of the Communications Act and related rules, in particular prohibitions against unlawful discrimination.

ABC, owned by Disney, has criticized the FCC’s actions, describing the licensing review as “unlawful, arbitrary and unconstitutional.” The company contends that the regulatory move represents an unjust targeting of certain editorial viewpoints.

The FCC has the authority to renew broadcast licenses, impose specific conditions, or deny renewal altogether. The outcome of the current review will determine whether ABC’s stations, including KGO-TV, continue operating without interruption or face regulatory sanctions. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions between broadcasters and federal regulators concerning content and compliance issues.