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Kentucky police order YouTube to remove emergency dispatch audio
The Kentucky State Police has started a letter-writing campaign aimed at encouraging YouTube to block a video depicting emergency dispatch audio of a trooper's final moments.
Sheriff blocks Sacramento news station from attending press briefing
Sheriff Scott Jones blocked an investigative reporter from attending a press conference on secret cellphone spy devices, according to a report by the station.
White House, FEMA investigated iHeartMedia over errant EAS broadcast
The White House and FEMA investigated iHeartMedia over a false emergency broadcast in October 2014, according to new documents obtained by The Desk.
Sprint criticizes DirecTV in full-page newspaper ads
Sprint has threatened to fly over the homes of DirecTV customers if the satellite giant continues to turn down its advertisements.
CNN to offer free live stream of upcoming Republican debate
CNN will offer a live feed of the September 16 Republican debate on its website and mobile apps for free.
Media General to acquire Meredith for $2 billion
Media General and Meredith will merge to form a new company called Meredith Media General, becoming the third-biggest owner of TV stations in America.
Time Warner Cable to launch channel dedicated to papal visit
Time Warner Cable will launch a 24-hour channel dedicated exclusively to coverage of the pope's visit to Cuba and the United States.
BBC readying streaming news service targeted at phone users
The BBC announced on Monday it is working on a new mobile streaming news service called "Newstream."
Comcast trials home Internet data caps in select cities
Comcast is testing broadband data caps in a small handful of communities as part of a trial run. Here's why that's good and bad.
Al Jazeera America votes to unionize after turbulent management
Reporters and editors at Al Jazeera America Digital have voted to join the NewsGuild, becoming the fifth major digital newsroom to unionize in the United States this year.
DOJ rules on cellphone spy gear won’t apply to local police
The DOJ's rules limiting the use of StingRay surveillance gear won't apply to local law enforcement's use of the cellphone spy devices.
KRON photojournalist Stanley Roberts recovering after stroke
Stanley Roberts of "People Behaving Badly" will be spending a few days at home after suffering a stroke, the station said on Monday.