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

CNN All Access membership plan includes live TV shows
CNN Stream effectively replaces CNN Max, which is being pulled from HBO Max in November.

Scripps to sell WRTV Indianapolis to Circle City for $83 million
The deal will allow Scripps to continue paying down certain debt associated with the company.

Colorado lawmakers voice opposition to Nexstar-TEGNA deal
The state lawmakers say the proposed merger would be a disservice to residents of their state.

Ring: Netflix remains atop must-have service, Paramount Plus rises
The findings of the survey will be discussed during the "Future of Live" webinar on Halloween.
DATA

Circle City strikes deal to bring WISH-TV to Hulu, YouTube TV
The platforms will offer the local TV channel by the end of the year.

FCC Chairman Carr: Government shutdown has impacted agency in negative way
During an industry event, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said the multi-week government shutdown is slowing some business at the communications regulator.

Gray Media promotes Nick Hasenecz to GM, WNDU South Bend
Gray Media has promoted Nick Hasenecz to serve as the General Manager of its South Bend, Indiana NBC affiliate, starting in December.
EXECUTIVE MOVES

MSNBC to rebrand as MS NOW in mid-November, executives confirm
The channel is one of several that is being separated from Comcast's NBC Universal next year.

John Dickerson, a critic of Paramount’s Trump settlement, to leave CBS News
Dickerson questioned whether Paramount's pre-merger settlement with President Trump could change its reputation among news consumers.

Report: Taylor Sheridan leaving Paramount for NBC Universal
Sheridan was reportedly aggrieved with the new leadership at Paramount following its merger with Skydance Media.

DIRECTV, Google partner on next-generation hospitality solutions
The platform will allow hotel guests to watch live TV from DIRECTV and access an expanded assortment of streaming apps like YouTube, Netflix, Disney Plus and Apple TV Plus.

Comcast adds Univision, Vix to streaming Now TV Latino package
The additional Spanish-language channels will also come with a price hike for Now TV Latino.