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

KCRA investigated by feds over closed captioning issue
The FCC notified the station of a complaint over an alleged lack of captions during Gov. Newsom's COVID press conferences in March.

Philo discussing ways to bring AMC Plus to users, executive says
Responding to a question posed by a Redditor, Philo CEO Andrew McCollum says the budget streamer wants to bring customers AMC Plus.

Walmart begins selling TiVo-branded streaming dongle
Some Walmart stores across the country have started selling TiVo's Android-powered streaming television dongle, according to a tipster.

Seth Rogen videogame documentary to premiere on CBS All Access
"Console Wars" illustrates the 1990s-era business battle between Nintendo and Sega.

Plex pulls plug on problematic platforms
The popular network streaming app is dropping support for older-model smart TVs and streaming devices that aren't compatible with certain security measures.

Television reporter stabbed during activist rally in Boston
Ted Wayman of Boston's WCVB was stabbed while on assignment over the weekend, the station that employs him confirmed on Tuesday.

Cable agreements complicate plans for cheaper HBO Max
Executives at HBO are wrestling with how to launch a cheaper, ad-supported version of HBO Max without stepping on cable deals.

FCC drops rule requiring cable companies to provide CableCARDs
The rule was intended to foster competition and innovation in the consumer cable box space, but the FCC admits that never happened.

Altice, Rogers to pursue bid for Cogeco despite rejection
Cogeco's board and top investor jointly rejected an unsolicited $7.9 bililon offer to acquire the Canadian cable firm.

Nexstar’s “NewsNation” grabs few viewers at launch
The "stick-to-the-facts" prime-time newscast drew less viewers than all three cable news networks.

Fubo TV drops some CBS affiliates over dispute with Nexstar
Fubo has pulled a handful of Nexstar-owned CBS affiliates after its contract to carry the stations ended recently.

PBS rolls out free live stream of select member stations
PBS is rolling out free live streams of select member stations, including several local stations in California.