Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.
Judge extends restraining order over Paramount-Warner Bros deal
The order was extended because the parties involved in the lawsuit need more time to develop arguments, gather evidence and confer on the matter, the judge wrote.
Hearst, Forum to acquire CBS affiliation from some Nexstar stations
The Nexstar-owned CBS affiliate in Albuquerque will soon carry Fox programming; CBS affiliates in at least three other markets will become CW Network-owned stations.
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Fox touts 147 million monthly users across local TV streams, digital platforms
During June, Fox Television Stations ranked first among local television groups in unique users and led the ABC, CBS and NBC owned-station groups in total minutes.
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NOAA to explore delivering weather alerts over broadcast TV frequencies
Through a partnership with SpectraRep, NOAA will test whether broadcast TV signals can serve as a reliable alternative for its radio transmissions when communications networks are disrupted.
European regulators offer conditional approval of Paramount-Warner Bros merger
The European Commission said the commitments resolve concerns that the combined company could coordinate film distribution with major rivals.
Graham Media opens Fourgrounds coffee shop for TV station in Detroit
Graham Media Group has opened a new coffee shop in Detroit that doubles as a community meeting center and a television studio connected to its local NBC affiliate.
FCC Chairman Carr: ABC decision to skip Trump speech will factor into license review
Eight ABC-owned stations are currently subject to the FCC's license renewal process over Disney's purported use of DEI practices.
Scripps elevates Dean Littleton to President of Media
The reorganization places 60 local stations, ION, Scripps’ multicast and digital networks and Scripps News under one executive.
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States, DIRECTV accused Nexstar of controlling TEGNA despite injunction
A motion filed on Wednesday says TEGNA's Board of Directors is comprised entirely of Nexstar executives, possibly violating a court's preliminary injunction.
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MediaCo promotes Brian Fisher to President as finance chief departs
Fisher joined MediaCo through Estrella Media and has held senior sales roles across streaming, connected television and multimedia advertising.
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Fresh Disney job cuts impact workers at ESPN, Pixar
Disney is eliminating several hundred positions across Pixar, National Geographic, ABC News, ESPN and other entertainment operations.
Audacy to bring sports talk, news stations to SiriusXM
Nearly four dozen Audacy sports and news stations are making their way to SiriusXM's platforms, with a handful of sports-focused stations coming to the traditional satellite service.