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.
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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.
Sony, Apollo to sell Paramount-owned TV networks if deal approved
CBS, MTV and Paramount Plus could be divorced from the Paramount Pictures, according to a report.
Washington man charged in conspiracy involving Florida journalist, Fox News leaks
Using the alias “EyewitnessZunes,” Marco Gaudino allegedly worked with Tim Burke to break into computer services associated with news outlets.
CBS News to overhaul free streaming TV channel
“CBS News 24/7” will launch later this month with real-time headlines and enhanced weather forecasts, the network said.
TV networks urge Trump, Biden to engage in presidential debates
The news divisions of the four major broadcast networks and CNN are encouraging both sides to participate this year.
Paramount Global will pursue merger with Skydance Media
The decision comes despite an offer from Apollo Global Management to buy the company for $26 billion.
Journalism groups walk back support for Fox News leaker
News outlets and press freedom groups are torn between supporting former journalist Timothy Burke and the broadcast TV outlets he allegedly victimized.
March Madness games to be widely available on streaming services
There are many great ways to stream the 2024 March Madness tournament on CBS and TNT without a cable or satellite subscription.