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California CBS stations to host gubernatorial debate
Three Paramount-owned local television stations in California will broadcast a debate involving the state's candidates for governor.
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NewsNation to simulcast Nexstar’s California gubernatorial debate
NewsNation says it will simulcast a wide-ranging debate with California's candidates for governor later this month.
Scripps News hires NBC’s Jay Gray to serve as senior national correspondent
Scripps has hired long-time journalist Jay Gray to serve as a senior national correspondent for its streaming news channel Scripps News.
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LTN appoints new executives to support IP-based distribution growth
Both roles are aimed at supporting LTN’s strategic communications and accelerating adoption of its IP video distribution network.
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Hub: Consumers finding favor with AI-powered entertainment platforms
Consumers embrace AI-powered entertainment and smart home platforms that simplify tasks like finding content, according to a new Hub report.
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Fox acquires Tigo Sports, to launch Fox Channel in Latin American countries
Fox has acquired Tigo Sports Channel operations in six Central American countries, and will launch a new Fox programming channel.
Nielsen appoints Roberto Ruiz as Head of Measurement Sciences
Roberto Ruiz has been named the new Head of Measurement Sciences at Nielsen, the company said in a statement on Monday.
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Bango: Higher streaming prices driving consumers to bundles
Consumers are shifting from direct streaming subscriptions to bundled services offered by telecom and other providers, according to Bango.
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YouTube raises price of ad-free, family plans
YouTube has notified customers of its two Premium plans that the amount they pay to watch content without advertising interruptions is about to go up.
Judge extends, modifies restraining order in Nexstar-TEGNA legal challenge
A federal judge extended a temporary restraining order, modifying it to give Nexstar greater ability to make routine payments associated with TEGNA.
Sling TV launches “Essential” pack with ESPN, Disney Channel
The plan costs $20 per month and includes access to two ESPN network, the Disney Channel, MeTV and other networks.
Shudder lands streaming rights to “Tales from the Crypt”
Shudder will offer all seven seasons of "Tales from the Crypt" uncensored in May.
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