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Lawmakers introduce bill to keep AM radio in cars
The proposal would require new vehicles, including electric cars, to have AM tuners or otherwise provide access to AM broadcast stations.
CNN president says network committed to ‘truth’ after Trump town hall
Despite lower ratings, CNN President Chris Licht says the world needs CNN now more than ever.
Fox CEO: Fox News can survive without Tucker Carlson
The cable news channel continues to see strong viewership among the core demographic attractive to advertisers, Fox CEO Lachlan Murdoch said.
Fox says no decision made on prime-time news channel schedule
All options are on the table, a Fox News Media spokesperson says.
LG adds four new channels on free streaming service
LG has integrated four new linear content channels into its free, ad-supported streaming service.
Amazon refreshes line of Alexa smart devices
Amazon has refreshed its line-up of smart devices powered by the voice assistant Alexa, including a new smart speaker called Echo Pop.
Charter increases community investment to $9 million
The investment is part of the Spectrum Digital Education Program, which supports local non-profit organizations.
Disney, former CEO hit with lawsuit over streaming problems
The lawsuit, filed in federal court last week, alleges the company offered misleading statements about the health of its direct-to-consumer products.
Verizon modifies unlimited data plans, changes streaming perks
Customers can now add-on streaming services like Apple Music and Disney Plus for an extra fee, where once they were offered for free.
Audacy kicked off New York Stock Exchange after price falls
Audacy has been removed from the New York Stock Exchange after its stock price fell below a required threshold.
CNN falls behind Newsmax in ratings after Trump town hall
CNN viewership eroded in the two days following its town hall with Donald Trump, putting it behind conservative upstart Newsmax.
Judge directs U.S. Marshals to collect from embattled radio owner
A federal judge has directed the U.S. Marshals to collect more than $2 million in unpaid legal fees from an embattled broadcaster.