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Next-generation broadcast TV tuners to be released in coming weeks
A new generation of broadcast television technology will soon be released to consumers.
DirecTV, AT&T TV to lose Hearst stations on Thursday
Dozens of local broadcast stations owned by Hearst Television will be pulled from pay TV systems owned by AT&T on Thursday.
California lawmaker challenges critics, journalists after bill leads to job cuts
News organizations across the country have stopped using California-based freelance writers shortly before "gig economy" measure Assembly Bill 5 is expected to take effect.
Former Sacramento TV helicopter pilot killed in Hawaii crash
Paul Matero, 69, was named as the pilot of a Safari Helicopters aircraft that crashed last week on the Hawaiian island of Kauai.
As one California newspaper closes, another warns it will stop publishing
As one newspaper closes up shop, the publisher of California's oldest weekly says his newspaper will soon do the same.
Philo: A powerful — and cheap — online alternative to traditional cable
Philo serves up more than 50 top-rated cable channels over the Internet for a low $20 a month.
Broadcast networks, Fox News most-watched TV channels of 2019
The "big four" over-the-air television networks were the most-watched TV channels in 2019, according to Nielsen data.
Don Imus, former radio broadcaster, dead at 79
Don Imus, a popular New York City morning radio show personality and former television broadcaster, has died at the age of 79.
CNN falls behind Hallmark Channel in holiday ratings battle
CNN fell to fourth place in the ratings last week, falling behind Fox News, MSNBC and the holiday-themed Hallmark Channel.
Report: Comcast in “advanced talks” to acquire streaming service Xumo
Comcast is in advanced discussions to acquire streaming TV service Xumo, according to a news report.
Sling TV raises prices for just the second time in its history
The Dish Network-owned live streaming service will now offer its slimmest package of pay TV networks for $30 a month, a $10 increase from its base price when it launched nearly five years ago.
Vidgo relaunches with ESPN, Fox channels for $40 a month
A live streaming television service has re-launched with an expanded offering that mirrors that of other over-the-top services.