Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.
Netflix will stop billing some inactive members
Netflix says its decision to stop billing users who haven't used their service for two years is meant to increase customer satisfaction.
Former San Antonio TV reporter Rosenda Rios dies after cancer battle
Rios worked in local television throughout Texas for more than three decades before transitioning into a successful career as a marketing specialist for USAA.
Texas CBS station slapped with age discrimination fine
Dallas CBS station KTVT will pay $215,000 to a freelance traffic reporter who was passed over for a job because of her age.
NBC affiliates refusing to air “30 Rock” reunion
The reunion special was produced by NBC's marketing department. Some independent station owners say it feels too much like a commercial for Peacock.
Algorithm change catapults Fox News to top spot on YouTube
The Google-owned company tweaked its recommendations formula to reduce the introduction of conspiracy theories to its audience. In doing so, it gave Fox News a big boost.
Pluto TV brings CBS shows to streaming platform
Pluto TV is adding more than three dozen CBS shows to its free streaming platform, with the first handful of shows being made available to viewers today.
Comcast recruits social media users to demand Peacock for Roku
Using the #FreetheBird hashtag, the cable giant encourages customers to take their complaints to Roku.
Report: AMC Networks exploring possible sale or merger
AMC Networks has hired investment firm Morgan Stanley to explore a possible sale or merger with a competitor.
Scripps sells WPIX New York to Mission Broadcasting
Mission is known to exercise shared services agreements with Nexstar Media.
HBO Max becomes “fully integrated” with TiVo Stream
The Android-based TV streamer says it now fully supports AT&T's blockbuster service.
Viewpoint: Sitcom dads are goofy — and out of touch with parents of today
Today’s dads are putting more time into caring for their children, so why are sitcom dads still portrayed as silly and foolish?
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Erica Sharrer
Comcast exec sees few people taking Peacock’s ad-free subscription
Comcast believes most people will pay for Peacock's premium tier or receive it through a partner for free.