TV channels & antenna towers in La Salle, Illinois
La Salle has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WAUR-LD, 35 miles to the NE.
Network channels in La Salle
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWYZZ-TVFox | 43 | 48 mi | 186° S | Good | Bloomington, IL |
| CBSWMBD-TVCBS | 31 | 54 mi | 206° SSW | Fair | Peoria, IL |
| MeTVWHOIMeTV | 19.6 | 54 mi | 206° SSW | Fair | Peoria, IL |
| CWWEEK-TVCW | 25.3 | 54 mi | 206° SSW | Fair | Peoria, IL |
| FOXWQRF-TVFox | 39 | 66 mi | 356° N | Poor | Rockford, IL |
| ABCWTVOABC | 17 | 66 mi | 356° N | Poor | Rockford, IL |
| TLMWFBN-LDTelemundo | 23 | 67 mi | 357° N | Poor | Rockford, IL |
| CBSWIFR-LDCBS | 23 | 67 mi | 357° N | Poor | Rockford, IL |
| CWWSLNCW | 19 | 67 mi | 357° N | Poor | Freeport, IL |
| CWKGCWCW | 26 | 67 mi | 270° W | Weak | Burlington, IA |
| FOXKLJBFox | 18 | 67 mi | 269° W | Weak | Davenport, IA |
| ABCWQAD-TVABC | 8 | 67 mi | 269° W | Weak | Moline, IL |
| TBNWMWC-TVTrinity | 53 | 67 mi | 269° W | Poor | Galesburg, IL |
| NBCWREXNBC | 13 | 67 mi | 354° N | Poor | Rockford, IL |
Over-the-air TV in La Salle
With roughly 9,610 residents, La Salle is a town in Illinois. Our map shows 22 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 15 full-power and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 20 farther out. Five of the 14 network stations in range are licensed to Rockford, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Rockford's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 8 (WQAD-TV), CBS on channel 31 (WMBD-TV), NBC on channel 13 (WREX), Fox on channel 43 (WYZZ-TV), CW on channel 25.3 (WEEK-TV), Telemundo on channel 23 (WFBN-LD), MeTV on channel 19.6 (WHOI) and Trinity on channel 53 (WMWC-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 3 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in La Salle
The main network towers around La Salle are in different directions: ABC 269° W (67 mi), CBS 206° SSW (54 mi), NBC 354° N (67 mi) and Fox 186° S (48 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, KGCW, KLJB, WQAD-TV and WMWC-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 67 miles west of La Salle (270° W). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach La Salle at fair strength or better, 75% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WQAD-TV (ABC), WMBD-TV (CBS) and WREX (NBC) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from La Salle. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for La Salle
The farthest main network tower for La Salle is WREX (NBC), 67 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near La Salle
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAUR-LDLow power | 35 mi | 49° NE | Weak | Aurora, IL |
| WSPY-LDLow power | 35 mi | 49° NE | Weak | Earlville, IL |
| W27EJ-DLow power | 47 mi | 326° NW | Poor | Sterling, IL |
| WSIO-LDLow power | 51 mi | 217° SW | Poor | Peoria, IL |
| W27EQ-DLow power | 53 mi | 202° SSW | Poor | Peoria, IL |
| WTVPFull power | 55 mi | 207° SSW | Weak | Peoria, IL |
| WQPT-TVFull power | 67 mi | 269° W | Weak | Moline, IL |
| KQINFull power | 67 mi | 269° W | Poor | Davenport, IA |
How La Salle compares with the rest of Illinois
With 4 stations at fair strength or better, La Salle ranks 754th of 766 places in Illinois: fewer than the typical Illinois town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 48 miles away, against a state median of 24 miles.
18% of Illinois's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is DeKalb, 45 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in La Salle: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 354° N, the direction of WREX (NBC), 67 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
- Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
- Expect around 4 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
- Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is ABC in La Salle, IL?
ABC is on channel 8 from WQAD-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles W of La Salle. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in La Salle, IL?
CBS is on channel 31 from WMBD-TV, broadcasting from 54 miles SSW of La Salle. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in La Salle, IL?
NBC is on channel 13 from WREX, broadcasting from 67 miles N of La Salle. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Fox in La Salle, IL?
Fox is on channel 43 from WYZZ-TV, broadcasting from 48 miles S of La Salle. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in La Salle, IL?
CW is on channel 25.3 from WEEK-TV, broadcasting from 54 miles SSW of La Salle. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in La Salle?
22 transmitters within 70 miles of La Salle; around 4 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.
Which direction should I point my TV antenna in La Salle?
The main network towers around La Salle are in different directions: ABC 269° W (67 mi), CBS 206° SSW (54 mi), NBC 354° N (67 mi) and Fox 186° S (48 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in La Salle?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 168° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in La Salle?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in La Salle?
Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.
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