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Federal lawmakers push mandatory rebates during cable TV disputes
Cable TV industry advocates say the proposal that mandates rebates during blackouts will not adequately address the problem.
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.
FCC Chairman Carr probes sponsorships at NPR, PBS stations
The Chairman of the FCC is looking into sponsorship spots aired on PBS and NPR member stations.
SiriusXM reports lower revenue, higher churn in 2024
The satellite and premium streaming audio company saw its revenue dip 4 percent during the year.
Comcast sheds broadband, cable TV subscribers in Q4
Comcast continued to experience subscriber declines in its land-based broadband Internet and cable TV services during the fourth quarter.
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.
Optimum digging in for prolonged spat with MSG Network
The CEO of Altice USA has suggested the company's carriage dispute with MSG Networks might go on longer than anticipated.
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.
Nexstar to bring Texas Rangers games to local broadcast TV
More than a dozen TV stations across four states will offer at least 15 regular-season games from the Rangers this season.
T-Mobile makes aggressive pitch to first responders through T-Priority
T-Mobile is going after AT&T FirstNet customers with the promise of priority access to its standalone 5G wireless network.
Comcast, DirecTV to distribute MLS Season Pass games from Apple
The distribution agreement is the first to involve the airing of games from MLS Season Pass on traditional cable and satellite platforms.
David Field steps down as Audacy CEO
David Field has resigned as the president and chief executive of Audacy; Kelli Turner will succeed him on an interim basis.