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Newsmax make-up artist Renee Baldwin murdered
A 27-year-old man is facing murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of his mother, a long-time television make-up artist.
Pew Research: Americans feel journalists losing influence in society
Nearly half of all Americans say Americans are losing influence, and fewer believe journalists act in the public interest.
Yahoo Sports Network launches through pact with C15 Studio
Yahoo Sports has launched a new free streaming channel through a partnership with C15 Studio, the companies announced this week.
Philo rolls out rare price increase for long-time customers
Philo is raising the price of its streaming pay TV package for some loyal customers who were grandfathered into cheaper plans over the years.
Viant, Wurl bring scene-level contextual targeting to CTV advertising
Through its partnerships with IRIS.TV and Wurl, Viant becomes the first DSP to deliver scene-level contextual targeting in connected TV.
Newsmax revenue climbs to $46 million during Q2
The company renewed its carriage deal with Comcast, inked a new talent agreement with Greta van Susteren and expanded its reach on Hulu with Live TV.
EARNINGS REPORT
Google to pay $30 million to settle YouTube children’s privacy lawsuit
Google has agreed to a $30 million settlement in a class action accusing YouTube of illegally collecting children’s personal data for targeted ads.
Trinity Broadcasting sues Dr. Phil for fraud following bankruptcy
Trinity Broadcasting has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Dr. Phil McGraw and his former media venture, Merit Street Media, of fraud and breach of contract.
Salem Media Executive Chairman Ed Atsinger to step down
Ed Atsinger III will step down as Executive Chairman at the end of 2025; Richard von Gnechten has been appointed Chairman of the Board.
DirecTV launches multiview channels on streaming platform
The new "Mix" channels allow subscribers to watch several sports, news and children's programming networks from a single screen.
Sling TV launches low-cost Sling Select package for $20 per month
The plan includes access to streaming versions of cable channels like Fox News, NFL Network and Vice TV.
Katz Media to handle TV ad sales for Get After It Media
Katz Media Group will handle all ad sales for Get After It Media and its slate of multicast networks, the companies announced on Tuesday.