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FCC Commissioner Gomez says agency not investigating “The View”
Gomez said a report that the agency is investigating The View is merely an intimidation tactic, not a legitimate enforcement matter.
Lawmakers question execs from Netflix, WBD on proposed acquisition
Netflix and WBD executives defended their merger to lawmakers, arguing it will boost competition against YouTube and Amazon.
Special Coverage: Media Earnings
Lionsgate widens financial loss during fiscal Q3
Lionsgate posted higher film and television studio revenue but a wider loss for its fiscal third quarter (Q3).
Streaming News
Versant inks Free TV Networks distribution deal with Paramount, Sling
Two Versant-owned multicast networks are now on CBS-owned stations across the country, and a streaming channel is now offered by Sling Freestream.
Policy & Law
Trump backs Nexstar-TEGNA deal, despite DEI philosophy
Trump’s support for the Nexstar-TEGNA deal comes despite past opposition to DEI initiatives, signaling a pragmatic carve-out.
Radio & Television News
Fox says sports, live news drove sign-ups to Fox One during Q2
Sports programming remains one of the core reasons why people are signing up for a Fox One subscription, but news consumers are stickier.
Sports Desk
Fox says sports, live news drove sign-ups to Fox One during Q2
Sports programming remains one of the core reasons why people are signing up for a Fox One subscription, but news consumers are stickier.
Special Coverage: NextGen TV
APTS, PBS says NextGen TV transition should be voluntary, not forced
APTS and PBS warned a forced transition could burden stations and viewers without federal rebate support.
Advertising & Data
Tubi taps expanded measurement features from Nielsen
Nielsen data shows ad-supported streaming hit 45.6 percent of ad-supported TV in Q4 2025, with Tubi at 6.2 percent share.
Europe & UK
Google issues legal threat against Barb, Kantar Media over YouTube measurement
Advertisers face growing opacity as YouTube claims TV dominance while withholding detailed content-level data.
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Four years in, free streamer Fox Weather evolves into public safety resource
With wide distribution and a commitment to free, live coverage, the channel has become a trusted source before, during and long after climate emergencies.