E. W. Scripps Company
The E. W. Scripps Company (Scripps) [$SSP] is a mass media conglomerate that owns local television stations, digital broadcast networks and streaming television channels. The company operates the Ion Television Network, Scripps News (formerly Newsy), Court TV and dozens of local television stations.
Scripps also operates Bounce, Grit, Laff and Defy TV through its Katz Broadcasting subsidiary. Scripps is based in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Scripps confirms pink slips affecting nearly 270 workers
The layoffs are part of Scripps' decision to execute on a new "phase of our transformation plan," which involves centralized news production and the use of automation tools.
Scripps preparing layoffs as local stations move toward automated systems
Job loss notifications are expected to start on Tuesday, according to sources; the move comes as some local stations hold readiness meetings about new automated systems and processes.
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Scripps finalizes $15.8 million acquisition of Lexington ABC affiliate
The transaction was valued at $15.8 million; Morris Network was the seller of the station.
FCC vote on ownership cap coincides with broadcast-related financial earnings releases
Several companies with deals pending before or approved by the FCC will release their Q2 earnings on Thursday, the same day as a vote on the broadcast ownership cap.
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Scripps News to launch new weekly conversation show
The show will be hosted by media executive Jon Lieberman and feature conversations with reporters and other notable guests.
Scripps elevates Dean Littleton to President of Media
The reorganization places 60 local stations, ION, Scripps’ multicast and digital networks and Scripps News under one executive.
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Scripps-owned local stations return to DIRECTV under new deal
The new deal brings more than 50 Scripps-owned local stations back to DIRECTV's platforms, but the broadcaster is staring down a possible upcoming dispute with DISH, according to sources.
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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.
Fox News hires Natalie Chuck from E. W. Scripps Denver outlet
The Fox News Channel has hired investigative journalist Natalie Chuck as a correspondent based in Los Angeles, expanding the network’s reporting team on the West Coast.
Scripps assembles local, national coverage of America 250 events
The broadcaster is rolling out special coverage across its local TV station portfolio and digital networks like Scripps News throughout the summer.
Tablo to stop updating, end support for older apps in September
Nuvyyo, the company that develops Tablo, is pushing customers to use its newer app or upgrade to a fourth-generation Tablo DVR.
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Nielsen: TV is biggest gateway to soccer fandom in U.S., Canada
Broadcasters are leaning into the trend of soccer fandom in the U.S. by snatching up rights for their networks and streaming services — and those bets are producing results.
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