Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company ($DIS) is an American mass media conglomerate that owns broadcast television, cable television and radio networks; theme parks, movie studios and the Disney+ streaming app. Its properties include ABC, 21st Century Fox, FX and Disney Plus. It co-owns cable sports channel ESPN with Hearst Communications.
WABC anchor Bill Ritter steps away amid Alzheimer’s diagnosis
Ritter will remain at the station in another on-air capacity, and will file health-related news reports, including updates on his Alzheimer's progression.
Group files FOIA lawsuit to reveal FCC Chairman Carr’s texts during Jimmy Kimmel controversy
The watchdog organization says the FCC failed to adequately search Carr's e-mail and cell phone for responsive records.
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Disney will let streamers select which ad plays on Disney Plus
New formats like Gateway Go, Pause Ads and selectable ads are designed to integrate ads into viewing experiences without disrupting content playback.
FCC issues public interest reminder as ABC renews broadcast TV licenses
FCC Chairman Carr reminded broadcasters of their "public interest" obligations; ABC said it renewed the licenses of its TV stations under duress.
Legal group files fresh Bar complaints against FCC Chairman Brendan Carr
A bipartisan legal group accused FCC Chairman Brendan Carr of abusing his authority and questioned whether he is still fit to hold a license to practice law.
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Former ABC News journalists defend network amid FCC attacks
Dozens of former ABC News journalists have signed an open letter defending the network from baseless attacks lobbied by the FCC in recent months.
FCC Commissioner: Agency gave preferential treatment to Sinclair, TEGNA ABC affiliates
FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez said the agency gave amnesty to nearly two dozen ABC affiliates who filed late political disclosures, then challenged an ABC-owned station for not doing the same.
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Disney’s ABC challenges FCC on “The View” news exemption
Disney claims the FCC is applying inconsistent standards by targeting TV programs but not radio talk shows.
Lack of NBC sports causes higher churn at Fubo during Q2
An ongoing dispute with Comcast's NBC Universal triggered slightly higher churn across Fubo's pay TV business during Q2.
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Report: Disney wants NFL Network moved to cheaper Comcast package
Disney is pushing to Comcast move NFL Network to a broader tier, while Comcast resists without long-term clarity.
NFL Network goes dark on Comcast’s Xfinity TV
The carriage dispute is the first involving NFL Network and its sister channel NFL RedZone since both were acquired by ESPN earlier this year.
HMPG to debut “The Champion’s Edge” on ABC stations
Hearst Media Production Group (HMPG) is expanding its educational and informational (E/I) programming slate with the launch of a new show called "The Champion's Edge."