WKBD-TV

1965–1978


WKBD-TV was signed on in 1965 by the Kaiser Broadcasting Company as an independent television station. This logo was shared with Kaiser's other independent stations.

1978–1985


Field Communications acquired the Kaiser stations in 1978, and WKBD began using Field standardized station branding.

1985–1990


WKBD joined the Fox Broadcasting Company in 1987.

1994–1995


In 1993, the Paramount Stations Group purchased WKBD. In 1994, WKBD lost its Fox affiliation as WJBK and its owner, New World Communications, signed a deal with the network. The Fox logo was removed from the station's logo as a result.

1995–2001


In 1995, WKBD joined UPN, and branded itself as UPN 50.

2002–2004


In 2002, UPN unveiled a new logo and WKBD changed its name to UPN Detroit.

2006–present


In 2006, UPN and The WB merged to form The CW. WKBD would become the Detroit area's CW affiliate.