CBS
CBS (formerly the Columbia Broadcasting System) is a television broadcast network owned by ViacomCBS. In addition to the broadcast network, CBS operates more than a dozen local stations across the country as well as CBS News, CBS Sports and cable channels CBS Sports Network, Smithsonian Channel and Pop Network. Prior to its merger with Viacom, CBS also operated the premium multiplex movie services Showtime and The Movie Channel.
Sports fans open to streaming, but still favor broadcast TV
Sports fans say broadcast TV networks typically do a better job producing and distributing sports coverage, though they're increasingly excited about the prospect of streaming video platforms.
Charter begins offering Paramount Plus to Spectrum TV customers
Charter is now offering free access to the ad-supported tier of streaming service Paramount Plus to some subscribers of its Spectrum TV service.
CBS to launch third hour of morning show program
CBS News is planning to debut a third hour of news programming in the mornings.
J.D. Vance, Tim Walz agree to VP debate on CBS News
Ohio Senator J.D. Vance also wants to debate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz on CNN, something that appears unlikely to happen.
Paramount to shut down namesake TV studio as cost cuts continue
Paramount Global will shut down its namesake television production studio and move projects to CBS Studios, which will result in an unspecified number of job losses.
CBS News shakes up local broadcast leadership team
Adrienne Roark and another executive get expanded roles at the Paramount-owned news division.
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Paramount Global (Press release)
Jeff Vaughn, ex-KCBS anchor, sues Paramount, CBS for alleged discrimination
The broadcast veteran claims he was replaced by a less-experienced anchor because of Paramount's diversity goals.
CNN Presidential Debate to simulcast on broadcast networks, NewsNation
All four major broadcast networks will carry a simulcast of the debate, along with CNN competitors like Fox News, MSNBC, Newsmax and NewsNation, among others.
Netflix approaches ESPN, CBS & NBC about producing Christmas NFL games
Some of the broadcasters have expressed a hesitancy to help Netflix produce their Christmas Day games.
Paramount could cut jobs if Skydance merger falls through
Paramount is likely to eliminate some jobs amid a corporate restructuring if its proposed merger with Skydance Media falls through, executives affirmed this week.
Dr. Phil’s cable channel to carry professional bull riding
Merit Street Media cable channel will offer coverage of Professional Bull Riders events as part of a four-year deal with the organization.
Sinclair explores selling some broadcast TV stations
Nearly five dozen local broadcast outlets could be up for grabs, according to a report.