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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.
Synamedia updates Quortex PowerVu to accelerate IP-based distribution
Synamedia is rolling out an updated version of its Quortex PowerVu platform to position it as a reliable, low-cost alternative to satellite delivery.
Viewpoint: What happens next for Nexstar and TEGNA?
Will Nexstar be forced to make some compromises to settle a federal antitrust lawsuit and finally close on its merger with TEGNA? Or will the deal collapse?
By:
Kirk Varner
OPINION
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.
Scripps Sports to bring Nashville Predators games to broadcast TV
The E. W. Scripps Company has committed itself to more live sports rights on broadcast TV through a new deal with the Nashville Predators.
California DOJ warned Nexstar of probe into TEGNA merger before deal closed
Nexstar proceeded with its deal after federal approvals, prompting lawsuits from states and DIRECTV over antitrust concerns.
FIRST ON THE DESK
Federal judge delays order on injunction in Nexstar-TEGNA merger lawsuit
A federal judge delayed ruling on an injunction in the Nexstar-TEGNA case after hearing arguments from both sides.
FIRST ON THE DESK
Amagi launches new tool to help stations turn newscasts into social clips
Amagi has unveiled a new tool called Newspulse that uses artificial intelligence to help television stations convert their news broadcasts into social media clips.
CBS gives “Late Show” time slot to Byron Allen
Paramount's broadcast network CBS will hand over the 11:35 p.m. Eastern Time slot to Byron Allen in mid-May upon the closure of its "Late Show" franchise.
Locality acquires media planning software developer Deben
The deal adds planning and optimization tools for better audience targeting across broadcast and streaming, Locality said.
FCC to cut jobs at media, enforcement offices, requests smaller budget from Congress
The FCC is requesting a reduced budget of $398.3 million and plans to cut up to 110 staff positions during fiscal year 2027.
Sinclair to FCC: Sports rights drive investments in local TV news
Sinclair has told the FCC that its ability to continue offering local news at its TV stations is predicated on continued airing of premium sports programming.