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Television

News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.

CNN morning show host Don Lemon appears in a 2018 photograph. (Image via Wikimedia Commons, Graphic by The Desk)

CNN says can’t corroborate allegations against Don Lemon

Officials at CNN say they're not able to substantiate allegations made against morning show host Don Lemon that appeared in a Variety article this week.

Joe Earley, the president of the Walt Disney Company's streaming division, appears in an undated handout photo. (Image courtesy Walt Disney Company, Graphic by The Desk)

Disney elevates Joe Earley to president of streaming

Joe Earley has been tapped to serve as the new president of direct-to-consumer streaming initiatives at Disney Entertainment.

The logo of Dish Network's Sling Freestream service. (Graphic by The Desk)

Sling Freestream adds 16 new channels

Sling Freestream quietly added more than a dozen new content channels this week.

Former President Donald Trump makes an appearance in a New York state courtroom to be arraigned on felony criminal charges on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.

Fox News dominates cable news ratings for Trump arraignment

Fox News was the most-watched cable news network during the arraignment of former President Donald Trump on Tuesday.

The front façade of the Waterman Broadcasting building in Fort Myers, Florida. (Courtesy photo, Graphic by The Desk)

Hearst to acquire Fort Myers NBC affiliate from Waterman

Waterman Broadcasting has agreed to sell its only television station to Hearst Television.

The wordmark of broadcaster Sinclair, Inc. (Graphic by The Desk)

Sinclair unveils corporate reorganization, holding company

Sinclair Broadcast Group this week said it will reorganize its various businesses under a new holding company called Sinclair, Inc.

A still frame from a broadcast of Paramount's "Inside the NFL" on Paramount Plus. (Still frame via Paramount Global; Graphic by The Desk)

“Inside the NFL” to leave Paramount Plus this year

Paramount Plus has decided to pass on "Inside the NFL" for the upcoming football season, according to a report.

A still frame from a broadcast of Paramount's "Inside the NFL" on Paramount Plus. (Still frame via Paramount Global; Graphic by The Desk)

“Inside the NFL” to leave Paramount Plus this year

Paramount Plus has decided to pass on "Inside the NFL" for the upcoming football season, according to a report.

The logo of Frontier Communications.

Frontier pulls Newsmax off cable lineup

Frontier has pulled conservative commentary channel Newsmax from its lineup after its agreement with the network ended this month.

The logo of Frontier Communications.

Frontier pulls Newsmax off cable lineup

Frontier has pulled conservative commentary channel Newsmax from its lineup after its agreement with the network ended this month.

Apple TV app lands on DirecTV Stream devices

DirecTV Stream customers who use the company's Android-powered set-top box now have access to the Apple TV app.

The logo of the Webby Awards. (Logo courtesy Webby Awards, Graphic by The Desk)

Philo, Pluto TV nominated for Webby Awards

Philo, Pluto TV and Apple TV are among some of the streaming services nominated for this year's Webby Awards.

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