Broadcast
News articles and original analysis on the broadcast television industry, including local television and broadcast networks.
Salem Media posts $35 million financial loss amid lower revenue in 2025
Higher impairment charges and continued pressure on broadcast advertising weighed on the broadcaster’s overall financial results.
EARNINGS REPORT
Gray Media says stations dropped from Dish over unusual demand
The broadcaster claims Dish violated federal “good faith” negotiation requirements tied to retransmission consent agreements.
CARRIAGE DISPUTE
Sinclair to acquire KPIC, four other stations in Oregon
Sinclair has filed an application with the FCC to acquire a TV station in Oregon and four of its local broadcast translators.
FIRST ON THE DESK
Dish Network forced to drop Gray Media local TV stations
The blackout affects viewers in major markets including Atlanta, Tampa, Phoenix and Cleveland.
Hub: Sports fans still frustrated by broadcast, streaming TV deals
Fragmented media rights deals force viewers to navigate multiple apps and subscriptions to follow a single sport or team.
Judge says Kari Lake illegally appointed CEO at Voice of America
The decision could reinstate more than 1,000 VOA employees laid off in 2025 and revive operations at the government-funded broadcaster.
CWA to make five proposals to Nexstar shareholders
Measures include proxy access for board nominations, the ability for shareholders to call special meetings and limits on poison pill provisions.
FIRST ON THE DESK
Hearst’s Pam Barber to retire from WMOR Tampa
Hearst television says Pam Barber will retire as the President and General Manager of its independent television station in the Tampa, Florida market.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Nexstar launches “Invest in America” news series as company await approval for TEGNA deal
Nexstar has launched a nation-wide news initiative that spotlights economic development and infrastructure investments.
BeckTV to debut BeckFlow broadcast distribution platform
The system aims to reduce manual drafting and keep technical documentation synchronized with evolving broadcast infrastructure.
Estrella TV sees strongest ratings in 5 years
MediaCo says its Spanish-language broadcast network Estrella TV experienced its strongest ratings in five years, based on Nielsen viewership data released this week. The network reported a 51 percent increase in its Monday through Sunday prime-time audience among adults 18–49 ... Read more
Scripps acquiring ABC affiliate in Lexington from Morris Network
The deal will create a new market duopoly between the region's ABC and NBC affiliates.