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ESPN attracts 2.3 million prime-time viewers during Q1
aThe network's daily average minute audience was around 868,000 viewers, according to Nielsen ratings.
DirecTV adds NBC-owned streaming channels to free platform
DirecTV has struck a deal with Comcast's NBC Universal to add more than a dozen free streaming channels to its no-cost platform MyFree DirecTV.
Nielsen begins grouping WBD, Paramount streaming apps in “The Gauge” reports
As it did with Disney in January, Nielsen is now evaluating streaming platforms owned by WBD and Paramount as a single unit in its monthly "The Gauge" reports.
Nielsen: March Madness boosts traditional TV viewing over streaming
The annual men's college basketball tournament drew sizable audiences to CBS and TNT, with the cable TV sector benefitting the most.
Ex-Deadspin editor Tim Burke loses bid to have criminal case dismissed
A federal judge said a 14-count indictment charging Burke with criminal conspiracy, computer hacking and interception was not defective and can be heard by a jury.
Salem Media Group announces partnerships with Trumps
The CEO of Salem Media said the deals were proof that it is an "exciting time to be a Salem shareholder."
Gray Media promotes Mark Little to GM of KWQC
Gray Media has promoted the news director of its Memphis television station to serve as the general manager of its local TV outlet in Iowa.
Nexstar asks local TV station executives to support media deregulation
Dozens of local TV station general managers wrote letters that Nexstar filed with the FCC encouraging the agency to eliminate broadcast ownership caps.
Group linked to law firm challenges sale of Sinclair TV stations
A group called Frequency Forward has filed a petition with the FCC challenging Sinclair's planned divestiture of certain local TV assets to a former Bally Sports executive.
Hub: Roku streaming platform most-prominent in American homes
American streamers are more likely to watch connected television content from Roku-powered smart TVs and streaming devices compared to any other platform.
Broadcast TV news remains popular in Australia
News networks are growing their viewership in Australia on three of the country's main broadcast networks, according to ratings data released this week.
DirecTV unifies product line-up under single brand identity
DirecTV has streamlined its satellite and streaming products under a single brand name, which offers greater choice and flexibility for TV and sports fans.