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Nexstar buys Cleveland station to create newest duopoly
Nexstar says it will acquire a television station owned by Winston Broadcasting to create a duopoly in the Cleveland market.
Samsung TV Plus boasts 88 million monthly active users
Samsung's FAST service has seen an uptick in use that was fueled mainly by younger viewers who are most attracted to free, ad-supported content.
Fubo adds Chicago Sports Network to base programming plan
Fubo is the second streaming TV service to reach a carriage agreement for the Chicago Sports Network since it launched this month.
Cable TV, advertising groups sue FTC over “click-to-cancel” rule
The largest cable TV industry group and two others influenced by advertising companies are suing to block a new rule that requires companies to offer easier subscription cancellation tools.
T-Mobile ties hurricane relief to World Series in latest promo
T-Mobile is tying its latest charitable campaign to the outcome of the World Series, pledging up to $1 million to the American Red Cross for hurricane relief efforts.
Former KCRA anchor Ty Steele resurfaces in Detroit
After stints in Oregon and Sacramento, Ty Steele has set his sights on the Motor City, joining Graham Media's WDIV-TV.
Televisa chairman Emilio Azcarraga resigns amid FIFA bribery probe
Emilio Azcarraga, the executive chairman of Mexico's telecommunications giant Grupo Televisa, resigned his role this week.
Matt Simon promoted to Vice President of Scripps News
In a statement, Simon acknowledged the turbulent evolution that Scripps News is going through, while promising that the brand's commitment to journalism remains unchanged.
Sinclair’s The National News Desk to offer Election Night coverage
A Sinclair news executive says the Election Night special is an opportunity to spotlight the synergy between the company's local and national news teams.
LG launches “News Hub” on FAST service LG Channels
LG has debuted a new content hub on its free streaming TV service, LG Channels.
Sinclair-owned One Media appoints Matthew Goldman to technical VP role
Goldman will be responsible for implementing, expanding and supporting various advanced operational technologies associated with NextGen TV.
Chick-fil-A to offer streaming content through interactive app
Chick-fil-A has taken the wrap off a new interactive smartphone app that will offer streaming video content, podcasts, e-books and more.