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Congress should force AM radio broadcasters to serve the public interest
If lawmakers are going to require automakers to install AM radio receivers as a "safety feature," they also need to ensure AM radio broadcasters are undertaking the responsibilities of their license.
By:
Matthew Jordan
Gray Media launches dedicated Local News Live app
Gray Media has debuted a new app focused on its Local News Live streaming channel.
Fox Weather announces coverage plans for Hurricane Milton
Correspondents and forecasters will be stationed throughout Florida, where the Category 5 storm is expected to make landfall this week.
Hurricane delays Univision town hall with Trump
Officials at the Spanish-language broadcaster cited safety concerns for the delay; Milton is now a Category 5 storm and is expected to strike Florida this week.
Ampere: Football helps streaming services grab new customers
Analysts say TV networks might inhibit future vMVPD growth if they continue putting sports on their own direct-to-consumer products
Amazon to bring Freely to Fire TVs in United Kingdom
The U.K.'s public service broadcasters will bring their Freely television platform to Amazon Fire TVs later this year.
Gray Media stations raise $290,000 for Hurricane Helene relief
Gray itself is donating an additional $50,000 to Hurricane Helene relief funds.
By:
Gray Media (press release)
ABC sees high viewership with college football games
The network was the most-watched for college football games in September, per Nielsen data.
Trump agrees to Fox News interview at Butler rally
Former President Donald Trump will be interviewed by Fox News personality Laura Ingraham during a campaign rally on Saturday.
Nexstar Chief Revenue Officer Michael Strober to exit
Nexstar is eliminating the role of Chief Revenue Officer and will part ways with its current CRO Michael Strober later this month.
The Desk, Rick Howe to launch new video series “The Editor’s Desk”
The Desk is partnering with media analyst Rick Howe on a new weekly video series that will dissect the biggest headlines from the media and tech industries.
Tesla to stop subsidizing LiveOne music subscriptions
The streaming music service says it will offer Tesla drivers a discount on its premium offerings.