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Sinclair may divest its regional streaming sports networks
Sinclair recently hired two investment firms with the possible intent of selling its regional sports networks, according to a report.
Executive who oversaw growth strategies at HBO, Cinemax resigns
A WarnerMedia executive who was once in charge of revenue strategies at HBO and Cinemax has resigned.
Nevada reporter dies after altercation, stabbing at home
A reporter with a Nevada newspaper was killed over the weekend after an apparent altercation escalated into a stabbing at his home.
Oklahoma news anchor recovering after on-air stroke
A news anchor from Oklahoma is recovering after suffering a stroke during a news broadcast on Saturday.
Sky Showtime set to launch on September 20
Sky Showtime will launch in a handful of European countries on September 20, Comcast and Paramount announced.
Netflix mulls early release date for ad-supported tier
Netflix is weighing the possibility of launching an ad-supported version of its streaming service as early as November.
Paramount Plus, Showtime bundle gets lower price
Paramount Global is lowering the price of a bundle subscription plan that fuses its flagship streaming service Paramount Plus with premium movie network Showtime.
Vizio adds more channels from Scripps to free streaming service
Vizio is adding several more channels programmed by the E.W. Scripps Company to its free, ad-supported streaming service.
T-Mobile changes free Apple TV Plus perk for subscribers
T-Mobile is changing a perk that offered an expanded free trial of Apple TV Plus to most of its subscribers.
California residents with TCL TVs to get $40 under settlement
Residents of California who bought a TCL TV set between 2016 and 2021 could get a $40 settlement check.
T-Mobile accused of misleading customers about home Internet service
A former T-Mobile employee says customer service agents can't really help subscribers with wireless Home Internet issues.
Sheriff threatens legal action against media outlets over wildfire coverage
Five media outlets are under criminal investigation for abusing their right to newsgather within a declared emergency zone.