The move came as a result of a restructuring and a possible shift away from local programming, along with the possibility that Family Broadcasting would place the station up for sale.
Channel 52 also eventually added sporting events to its schedule, consisting mainly of basketball and football games from state high school and collegiate teams.
The inclusion of more secular programs to the schedule was partially cited because of the decline in programming available on the syndication market.
In February 2004, the station became the first television station in Oklahoma to provide severe weather watches and warnings in both English and Spanish.
Channel 52 also eventually added sporting events to its schedule, consisting mainly of basketball and football games from state high school and collegiate teams.
The inclusion of more secular programs to the schedule was partially cited because of the decline in programming available on the syndication market.
In February 2004, the station became the first television station in Oklahoma to provide severe weather watches and warnings in both English and Spanish.