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Chicago Sky gets more broadcast TV distribution
Weigel Broadcasting has struck a deal with several peer broadcasters to air games from the Chicago Sky basketball team on free over-the-air stations.
FCC Chairman Carr seeks to designate NBC equal time issue for hearing
The matter is rooted in an appearance by former Vice President Kamala Harris on "Saturday Night Live" last year.
Senators probe Redstone, Paramount amid Trump lawsuit
A trio of U.S. Senators have expressed concern that Paramount Global may have violated federal anti-bribery laws with respect to the entertainment giant's ongoing lawsuit involving President Donald Trump.
Antenna: Ad-supported streaming plans have higher churn
Ad-supported streaming services are quickly catching on with frugal Americans, but consumer loyalty is not as strong when compared to ad-free options.
Nielsen: Linear TV continues dominance in April
Traditional linear TV continued to dominate over streaming, with news and sports boosting broadcast and cable TV platforms.
Optimum partners with Bango on subscription management platform
The pay TV and broadband Internet provider is using a white-label version of Bango's Digital Vending Machine.
Analysts: Core broadcast TV revenue to trend downward through 2028
Newer distribution on pay TV platforms and the prospect of NextGen TV hold promise for a reversal of the trend.
Hub: Streaming bundles are boosting subscription video adoption
Consumers who pay for at least one streaming service through a bundle have a higher number of video subscriptions compared to those who don't.
Voice of America layoffs to result in dozens of deportations
Around 60 workers who are in the U.S. on J-1 visas could be asked to leave the country after being laid off from Voice of America last week.
Scripps promotes Charlie Slaight to oversee WFTX
The E. W. Scripps Company has promoted the sales director of its south Florida broadcaster to serve in the new role of station director.
Spectrum launches new regional news channel in Michigan
Charter Communications and its regional news brand Spectrum News have launched a new channel that covers the state of Michigan.
Wendy McMahon resigns from Paramount’s CBS News and Stations
Wendy McMahon has announced her resignation as President of CBS News and Stations, the local television broadcasting division operated by CBS and owned by Paramount Global.