WNYT NewsChannel 13 is the NBC-affiliated local television station serving the Albany–Schenectady–Troy Capital Region of New York, providing news, weather, sports, and entertainment programming.
WNYT NewsChannel 13 is an NBC-affiliated television station licensed to Albany, New York, and serving New York’s Capital Region and surrounding areas. Branded on-air as “NewsChannel 13,” the station produces local news, weather, investigative reports, and community-focused programming alongside national NBC network content. WNYT is owned by Hubbard Broadcasting and operates studios on North Pearl Street in the Albany area. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WNYT?utm_source=openai))
A charge with a descriptor including “ALBANY ALB CHANNEL13” is likely tied to WNYT NewsChannel 13 for services such as local advertising spots, sponsorships, production services, purchase of video copies, contest/event fees, or other promotional or business services handled via their office point-of-sale system. Because this particular transaction is marked as a “Signature POS Debit,” it suggests an in-person or card-present payment rather than a recurring subscription.
If you have questions about this charge, start by checking any recent interactions you or your business had with WNYT—such as ad campaigns, sponsored segments, community events, or requests for video copies—and compare dates and amounts with your bank statement and any invoices or receipts. You can contact WNYT through the contact page on their website or by phone to their main office, providing the transaction date, amount, and the last four digits of the card used. If the station cannot locate the transaction, reach out to your bank to dispute the charge or request more detail on the merchant record.
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These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to WNYT NewsChannel 13.
Why do I see a charge from "CHANNEL13" or "ALB CHANNEL13" on my statement?
This descriptor likely refers to WNYT NewsChannel 13 in the Albany, New York area. Charges typically occur for services such as local television advertising, sponsorships, production services, or event-related fees processed at the station’s point-of-sale system. Compare the date and amount with any recent dealings you’ve had with WNYT NewsChannel 13.
What kinds of services from WNYT NewsChannel 13 usually result in a card charge?
Common billable items include the purchase of commercial ad time, sponsorships of news or community segments, production or editing services for commercials, payments for contest/event fees, or copies of news footage. Businesses in particular may see these charges tied to ad contracts or sponsored content packages.
Does WNYT NewsChannel 13 offer recurring billing or subscriptions that could explain multiple charges?
WNYT NewsChannel 13 does not typically operate like a consumer streaming subscription; however, advertising contracts or ongoing sponsorships for businesses may be billed on a recurring schedule (monthly, quarterly, or by campaign milestones). If you see repeated similar amounts, check any active advertising or sponsorship agreement you may have with the station.
How can I verify what my CHANNEL13/WNYT charge was for?
First, review any invoices, email confirmations, or contracts you’ve received from WNYT NewsChannel 13 around the transaction date. If you still have questions, contact the station via the phone numbers or contact form listed on wnyt.com and provide the transaction date, amount, and last four digits of your card so they can look it up in their billing system.
How do I request a refund or correction for a WNYT NewsChannel 13 charge?
Contact WNYT NewsChannel 13’s sales or accounting department using the contact information on wnyt.com and explain the issue, including the transaction details and any supporting documentation (invoices, contracts, receipts). If the charge was made in error and confirmed by the station, they can typically process a refund or adjustment. If you cannot resolve it with the station, you can open a dispute with your bank.
Could this WNYT/CHANNEL13 charge be an authorization hold?
While most WNYT NewsChannel 13 charges are for confirmed services or purchases, the station or its payment processor might place a temporary authorization hold when a card is first run for a new agreement or large buy. These holds generally drop off or convert to a finalized charge once the transaction is completed. If you see a pending amount that later disappears or is replaced by a finalized charge, that was likely an authorization hold.
How can I get a copy of the invoice or receipt for my WNYT NewsChannel 13 payment?
Reach out to WNYT NewsChannel 13 via the sales or accounting contacts listed on wnyt.com and request a copy, providing your business name, the date and amount of the charge, and how the cardholder’s name appears. They can usually email a PDF of the invoice or receipt associated with the payment.
What should I do if I don’t recognize this CHANNEL13 charge at all?
First confirm that no one in your household or business authorized advertising, sponsorships, or services with WNYT NewsChannel 13. If no one recognizes the transaction, contact the station with the charge details to see if they can identify the customer record. If they cannot match it to you or it still appears fraudulent, immediately notify your bank or card issuer to report the unrecognized charge and request a card replacement and dispute if appropriate.