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Nexstar CEO: Still optimistic about TEGNA deal, NextGen TV push
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Sports Desk
Scripps Sports gets rights to Major League Volleyball championship
Scripps has announced a new deal this week to bring the championship series from Major League Volleyball to Ion in 2026.
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Comcast’s Sky Group expresses interest in acquiring ITV channels
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