Comcast launches Telemundo Washington in high-definition

WZDC Telemundo Washington, D.C. is now available in high-definition (HD) for Xfinity TV customers in the District of Columbia. Telemundo Washington is the first Spanish-language television station in the nation’s capital to deliver local news in HD and will continue to roll out to Xfinity TV customers in the Washington, D.C. market through 2011.“Telemundo Washington is proud to be the only Spanish-language station in the market broadcasting local content in HD. We are leading the way and are committed to providing our audience with the best and latest technology to enhance their viewing experience,” said Julio Aliaga, Telemundo Washington’s News Director. “Comcast is committed to delivering diverse programming choices, like Telemundo HD, that our customers want and value. With the continued growth in HD, we are focused on bringing our customers the most HD choices available in the marketplace,” said Paul Chiamulera, regional vice president of marketing for Comcast.The station recently expanded its news studio with a state-of-the-art facility and will debut the new set and look as part of the HD launch this month.