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Exclusive: WADL owner Adell says station’s sale to Mission likely dead
Kevin Adell said he is not convinced the $75 million transfer of WADL to Mission will ever be approved by the FCC, drawing on concerns raised during his latest meeting with the agency.
Paramount Global will pursue merger with Skydance Media
The decision comes despite an offer from Apollo Global Management to buy the company for $26 billion.
CW Network launches first original FAST channel
The channel, available on the CW Network website, offers a marathon of "Penn & Teller: Fool Us"
Comscore gets national currency certification from JIC
The accreditation comes one week after a distinguished honor from the Media Research Council.
Florida journalist enters not guilty plea in federal criminal hacking case
The journalist, Timothy Burke, was arranged on a dozen counts related to computer hacking, conspiracy and electronic interception.
Disney licenses six TV shows to UKTV Media
Disney has agreed to license six drama series from FX, ABC and Hulu to BBC Studios' UKTV Media in the United Kingdom.
Sky Italia renews English Premier League rights
Matches will remain on Sky Italia and Now TV through the end of the 2024-25 season.
Standalone ESPN streamer will bundle with Hulu, Disney CEO says
The service will also include engaging features like fantasy sports and betting, CEO Bob Iger affirmed.
Disney CEO emerges victorious in board battle with hedge fund
Nelson Peltz had challenged the current CEO and his hand-picked board of directors for control.
Gray Television will share market research with CBS-owned TV stations
Gray Television has struck a pact with Paramount Global's CBS to provide market research and news strategy to CBS-owned local TV stations.
Diamond Sports renews Charter deal, includes streaming access
The regional sports channels will continue to be offered through Spectrum TV.
Free TV Networks launching new channel Dare
The channel will offer another destination for reality-based re-runs of shows like "American Pickers" and "Storage Wars."