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Nexstar orders stations to run news stories about FCC deregulation efforts
Nexstar is encouraging news viewers to visit a website that includes pre-written comments directed at the FCC that lobby for broadcast ownership deregulation.
CNN to host town hall events with federal lawmakers this week
A town hall with Senator Bernie Sanders airs Wednesday, followed by a similar event with four members of Congress on Thursday.
Grant Napear loses lawsuit against Bonneville over firing
Napear sued Bonneville International after he was terminated for tweeting "All Lives Matter" during protests over George Floyd's murder.
CBS to simulcast VMAs from MTV in September
Paramount Global will simulcast its MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) on broadcast network CBS this year, the company announced on Thursday.
NAB renews call for FCC to eliminate broadcast ownership cap
The NAB has sent a letter to the FCC urging the agency to eliminate federal ownership caps for radio and TV station owners.
Dr. Phil McGraw launching podcast series
Dr. Phil McGraw's media company Merit TV is breaking into the world of podcasting with the debut of three new shows this week.
MyBroaderBundle promises to go beyond streaming
MyBroaderBundle — launching today, of all days — will include subscriptions to firewood, back issues of newspapers and similar products.
Comcast, YES Network reach last-minute distribution deal
Comcast and Xfinity TV will continue to offer the YES Network for a little while longer, according to a short statement from both companies on Monday.
DirecTV Stream adds free access to Max in MyEntertainment package
DirecTV has unlocked access to the ad-supported tier of Max within its MyEntertainment package on DirecTV Stream.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr targets Disney’s DEI practices
The agency regulates eight ABC television stations owned by Disney, which hold FCC-issued licenses.
Judge sides with Voice of American journalists in lawsuit over firings
A federal judge has issued a restraining order that prevents USAGM from laying off workers at Voice of America while a lawsuit moves forward.
Charter unlocks access to Peacock on Spectrum TV Select plan
Spectrum TV Select subscribers can now access Peacock Premium as part of their TV package at no extra cost.