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CBS launches digital news channel for Sacramento
"CBSN Sacramento" was delayed several times due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Peacock to stream three upcoming Major League Baseball games
Comcast's streaming television service Peacock will distribute three Major League Baseball (MLB) games later this week.

Scripps launches regional news network for Florida
The E. W. Scripps Company this week launched a new regional news network that will cover the state of Florida.

TCL TVs to get Google TV upgrade this summer
TCL smart TVs that run the Android TV operating system will receive an upgrade to Google TV later this summer.

Attorney General holds meeting with publishers targeted in leaks probe
The U.S. Attorney General said the Justice Department would strengthen its policies regarding the collection of records belonging to journalists and lawmakers.

YouTube TV teases new 4K feature, offers free TiVo Stream
YouTube TV is readying a new feature that would allow customers to pay more for access to ultra-high definition (4K) video streams.

KXTV sports anchor Lina Washington heads to Phoenix
Sacramento sports anchor and "Boards for Change" co-founder Lina Washington is leaving for a TV role in Phoenix, Arizona.

AT&T chief admits buying DirecTV was a mistake
In a candid interview, John Stankey said his predecessor failed to recognize the trend of cord-cutting for what it was.

AT&T executive confirms plans for CNN Plus streamer
AT&T's chief executive said a CNN Plus streaming service is on the way, and that it's necessary to unlock value ahead of WarnerMedia's merger with Discovery.

Technical issue forces Oakland TV station KTVU off air
A technical problem forced Oakland television station KTVU off the air for several hours early Monday morning.

Stream 1,000 new movies on Paramount Plus free for one month
Paramount Plus is giving new customers the chance to try out the streaming service absolutely free for one month.

Bally Sports streaming service could cost $23 a month
Sinclair Broadcast Group could launch its Bally Sports streaming service with a price tag of $23 a month, according to a report.