Gray Media
Gray Media ($GTN) is an American television broadcast company that owns or operates around 180 stations in 113 markets. In addition to its broadcast TV properties, Gray is the operator of streaming service Zeam, which offers local news feeds from its own stations and third-party broadcasters. The company also operates a number of regional sports broadcast networks, including the Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network, the Rock Entertainment Sports Network and Palmetto Sports & Entertainment Network.
Gray Media agrees to buy American Spirit local television stations
The deal is valued at $50 million, and involves television stations primarily located in smaller TV markets.
TV affiliate groups to FCC: Broadcasters face increased pressure from networks, streaming services
The affiliate groups note local TV is often relied upon for local news in smaller markets, but the current distribution and fee model afflicting those stations makes local programming investments untenable over the long term.
After farewell goes viral, KWQC’s Dustin Nolan says he didn’t quit on-air
Nolan said his departure from a Gray Media-owned station was being spun to fit different narratives about local news.
FACT CHECK
Gray Media rolls out Political 360 digital advertising solution ahead of midterm election
Political 360 is designed to help campaigns, advocacy groups and issue organizations target voters more precisely across digital platforms.
Gray Media forges advertising pact with Madhive
The agreement announced this week gives Gray Media access to Madhive's advertising platform and artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
Gray Media appoints Jamie Bremer to General Manager, WFIE
Gray Media has appointed a long-time sales executive at its Evansville, Indiana television station to lead the outlet as its newest general manager.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Gray Media, Scripps finalize station swaps
Scripps and Gray have created new market duopolies in places like Colorado and Michigan.
Byron Allen: Layoffs in TV division were “thoughtful, humane”
Byron Allen was unconcerned about layoffs at his local TV stations because the economy rebounded to the point where there were "plenty of jobs."
Gray Media appoints two execs to lead local news, digital businesses
Gray Media has named two senior executives to new roles as the broadcaster continues to expand its local news operations and accelerate its digital transformation.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Gray Media revenue slips in Q1 as political ad sales surge
Political advertising and core ad sales helped offset pressure from retransmission revenue and subscriber declines.
EARNINGS REPORT
Gray Media closes acquisition of Block Communications stations
Gray Media has finalized a transaction that involves acquiring a handful of local television stations from Block Communications.
Dish Network reaches deal to carry Gray Media TV stations, ending dispute
Dish Network has restored dozens of local TV stations owned by Gray Media, ending a two-month distribution spat.