Broadcasting
News articles and original analysis on the broadcast television industry, including local television and broadcast networks.
Prime Video adds short-form news clips to streaming service
The clips will appear in the Trending Topics and Local News carousels and will initially be available on smart TVs and other living room devices.
Flock worker calls police on WANF reporter during camera installation
Reporter Brendan Keefe was stopped by police after filming a Flock camera installer on a public street near Atlanta; the company says it is normal operating procedure.
Gray Media expands weekday lineup with new seasons, daily “The Good Side”
Gray Media has launched new seasons of “Investigate TV Plus” and “Aging Untold” while expanding “The Good Side” to a Monday-through-Friday schedule.
Spectrum News launches California-specific news initiative on YouTube
New stories will publish regularly on the Spectrum News California YouTube channel, with a weekly recap airing Thursdays at 8 p.m. on Spectrum News channels.
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MAD Project wants forced FCC vote on WTXF broadcast license
The MAD Project says recent court rulings support its argument that the FCC has a duty to resolve applications for review rather than leave them pending indefinitely.
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Sinclair CEO: Monetizing spectrum is $4 billion opportunity for broadcasters
Sinclair CEO Chris Ripley said a mandatory transition to NextGen TV could allow the broadcaster to repurpose, sell or lease bandwidth reserved for video capabilities.
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WKYC Cleveland asks judge to dismiss lawsuit over photojournalist firing
A union representing WKYC photojournalist Matt Lawrence filed a legal grievance over his firing after the station said he improperly moved a female colleague.
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Allen Media renews ABC affiliation agreement for seven stations
The agreement keeps ABC entertainment, news and sports programming on Allen-owned stations across Hawaii, Oregon, Wisconsin and Michigan.
Scripps issues more pink slips as part of regional local market restructuring effort
Scripps is breaking up its local TV operations into eleven territories, served by a regional general manager who will oversee up to four markets each.
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ATSC to receive Tech & Engineering Emmy for work on ATSC 3.0 protocol
NATAS cited ATSC 3.0’s support for Ultra High-Definition video, High Dynamic Range, immersive audio and interactive services.
Ashley Talley named News Director at TEGNA’s WWL-TV New Orleans
The move comes as WWL-TV is preparing to launch additional newscasts in the morning and evening hours to serve the New Orleans area.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
SiriusXM promotes Sean Gibbons to Chief Product and Technology Officer
His new priorities include advancing SiriusXM 360L, developing new in-car experiences and expanding AI throughout SiriusXM's products.
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