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WFAN host takes caller to task over mental health
A New York sportscaster blasted a listener on-air who downplayed mental health issues during a segment on Tuesday.

Fox News ratings unhurt by Dominion lawsuit controversy
Fox News Channel was the most-watched cable news network in the country last week, suggesting its legal turbulence isn't steering viewers away.

Roku hires Amazon’s Dan Jedda for CFO role
Roku has hired former Amazon executive Dan Jedda to serve as its new chief financial officer, starting later this year.

Nexstar exec defends fight with Paramount, Fubo TV
A Nexstar executive said an ongoing fight with Paramount and Fubo TV is more about principles than it is about money.

Family buries Florida reporter killed in shooting
A Florida reporter who was shot and killed while on assignment last month has been laid to rest, his family affirmed this week.

Ex-Fubo TV worker demands settlement in termination case
A television producer who is suing Fubo TV for wrongful termination has sent a settlement demand letter to the company ahead of a potential jury trial.

Gigi Sohn withdraws from nomination for FCC spot
Gigi Sohn, the Biden administration's pick to fill a vacancy at the FCC, has withdrawn her name from consideration.

Spectrum unlocks movies for Women’s History Month
Spectrum TV is unlocking dozens of women-centric films and documentaries in celebration of Women's History Month.

Amazon to stream Black Friday NFL game for free
Amazon will broadcast a special Black Friday telecast of a National Football League game for free later this year.

Byron Allen launches bid for Paramount’s BET
Byron Allen is reportedly interested in acquiring the BET Media Group from Paramount Global, according to a new report.

NewsNation to franchise The Hill brand for panel show
NewsNation will launch a political affairs panel show that franchises the brand name of its politics-centric website The Hill.

Apple deploys software fix for Apple TV remote
Apple has deployed an update to its Apple TV operating system that fixes an issue with the device's voice-powered remote control.