Television
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Sinclair says discussions with Google continue over sports networks
YouTube TV pulled nearly two dozen regional sports networks after its deal with Sinclair expired.
Feds investigating fake checks that claim to be from small TV station
For months, people across the country have reported receiving fake checks that purport to come from a station in Michigan.
Google again at odds with Sinclair over regional sports on YouTube TV
The streaming pay TV service is expected to lose two dozen Fox Sports-branded regional networks in early October.
YouTube TV quietly adds streaming news channel NBC News Now
YouTube TV has quietly added Comcast's streaming-only news channel NBC News Now mere hours before the first presidential debate of 2020 is set to air.
Some Roku devices to get Apple AirPlay support
The move could allow streamers to watch services that aren't supported natively on Roku's platform.
Hidden fees allot for good chunk of cable bill, study reveals
Consumer Reports found cable companies like Comcast and Spectrum earn $28 billion a year in discretionary hidden fees.
Haystack News to offer dedicated debate verticals
Haystack News will launch dedicated channels with coverage of the presidential and vice-presidential debates, with the first channel launching later this month, the company shared in a news release on Thursday.
Scripps will move Katz, Newsy to Ion digital subchannels
Grit, Laff, Court TV and Newsy will eventually replace Ion Plus, Qubo and two home shopping channels.
Philo inks promotional deal with Best Buy retail, online stores
The move brings greater exposure to the wallet-conscious streaming TV service.
ViacomCBS executive cleared in sexual misconduct probe
The CEO of media conglomerate ViacomCBS was cleared of misconduct following a serious complaint made by a former employee four years ago.
Samsung to bring TV Plus app to phones
The Pluto- and Xumo-powered streaming TV service has proven popular with Samsung smart TV owners.
Paramount Network to shift focus toward movies, miniseries
Paramount Network will rebrand sometime next year and will favor made-for-TV movies, original series and limited-run programs over syndicated content and reality shows.