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Free TV Networks to debut fourth multicast network Busted
Free TV Networks will launch a new true crime, reality-based network called Busted on March 1.
Facebook to settle Trump lawsuit over banned account for $25 million
Meta Platforms, the parent company of the social network, will commit $22 million to the build-out of Trump's presidential library.
Missing Chicago TV employee Kevin Spencer found dead
Kevin Spencer was reported missing on Monday after he failed to report to work; his family later revealed he died by suicide.
DirecTV to donate $1 million for wildfire relief, broadcast FireAid benefit
DirecTV is committing $1 million to wildfire relief and recovery efforts in Southern California.
Philo earns “Best Places to Work” designation by Built In
Philo has ranked on Built In's "Best Places to Work" chart for yet another year, a testament to employee satisfaction and retention at its three offices.
WBD will merge Eurosport with TNT Sports in U.K., Ireland
Warner Bros Discovery will merge its free-to-air network Eurosport with TNT Sports in the United Kingdom and Ireland later this year.
Cox Media renews measurement agreement with Nielsen
Cox Media Group has renewed its partnership with Nielsen Media Research, the companies announced on Monday.
Prime Video integrates free PBS streams, no membership needed
Local PBS member stations and national programming feeds like PBS Kids are now available to stream for free through Amazon's service Prime Video.
Gray Media to broadcast Charlotte Hornets games
Gray Media has struck a deal with Main Street Sports to simulcast five Charlotte Hornets basketball games from FanDuel Sports Network.
Pluto TV adds free LGBTQ+ streaming channel Revry
Paramount's Pluto TV has expanded its offering of LGBTQ+ content by adding the FAST channel Revry to its platform.
FCC Chairman Carr pulls plug on diversity initiatives
The new head of the FCC, Brendan Carr, has rescinded the agency's diversity, equity and inclusiveness policies.
Prime Video Channels offers bundle with Starz, Max
Amazon is offering Prime Video streamers the opportunity to bundle Max and Starz for a 25 percent discount.