Streamer VUit adds Cox Media Group stations
Local news streaming service VUit has added a handful of new stations operated by the Cox Media Group to its lineup.
Cox Media Group (CMG Media Corporation) is an American mass media conglomerate that operates broadcast radio and television stations. The brand is majority-owned by investment firm Apollo Global Management, with Cox Enterprises holding a minority stake in the venture. Cox Media Group operates a dozen full-power television stations in nine regional markets, one low-power television station and more than 80 AM and FM radio stations. It also owns the Pittsburgh Cable News Channel. The company is headquartered in Atlanta.
Local news streaming service VUit has added a handful of new stations operated by the Cox Media Group to its lineup.
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