Indy 500; NBA, NHL Playoffs: What’s on This Weekend in TV Sports (May 25-27) R. Thomas Umstead published 24 May 24 A look at the weekend’s top TV sports events on broadcast, cable and streaming services
History, LeBron James’ SpringHill Company Capture Jesse Owens' Legacy in New Documentary (Video) R. Thomas Umstead published 23 May 24 ‘Triumph: Jesse Owens and the Berlin Olympics’ set to debut June 19
Pete Hegseth, ‘Fox & Friends Weekend’ Co-Host, Publishes New Book Michael Malone published 23 May 24 ‘The War on Warriors’ examines how changes in the military affect ‘our ability to protect the nation’
NewsNation Will Be 24/7 in June Michael Malone published 22 May 24 Cable news net bolsters weekend content to fill out all day, every day schedule
Weekly Cable Ratings: TNT Secures Fourth Straight Primetime Win R. Thomas Umstead published 22 May 24 ESPN finishes second in primetime on strength of NBA, NHL playoffs coverage
RFD-TV Founder Patrick Gottsch Dies at 70 Years Old Jon Lafayette published 22 May 24 RFD-TV, Cowboy Channel plan series of specials
Walter Cade Gets Expanded Role Leading Ad Sales for NBCU Local Chicago By Jon Lafayette published 22 May 24 Exec will oversee sales for WMAQ, WSNS, NBC Sports Chicago, in addition to NBC Sports Regional Networks
A+E Names Kylie Munnich VP of Content Sales, U.K., Ireland By Jon Lafayette published 22 May 24 Exec had been with Goalpost Pictures
Comcast Prices StreamSaver Bundle at $15 a Month By Daniel Frankel published 21 May 24 Starting next week, subscribers to Xfinity-branded cable services can bundle ad-supported Netflix and Peacock with Apple TV Plus at a 35% discount
OWN, Hulu, Disney Plus Win Multiple NAMIC Vision Awards By R. Thomas Umstead published 21 May 24 NBC’s ‘Found’ notches drama series honors; Hulu’s ‘UnPrisoned’ wins in comedy category
History’s ‘The Great War Debuts,’ Apple TV Plus’ ‘Trying’ Returns: What’s Premiering This Week (May 20-27) By R. Thomas Umstead published 20 May 24 A listing of original new and returning series, movies and documentaries debuting this week on streaming and cable services
24/7 Stations? Local Outlets Increase Output Posted Digital platforms allow local broadcasters to thoroughly connect with community
Will Broadcast’s Local Sports Comeback Stand Up? Posted Stations have snapped up pro-sports rights from struggling RSNs, but could find themselves edged out by direct-to-consumer streamers
Detroit Stations Launch Start Over, Datacasting To Boost NextGen TV Posted Stations try out consumer apps to build momentum for ATSC 3.0 in local markets
Want a Live Audience? Trilith Studios Says Come on Down Posted Atlanta-area complex is opening two new stages with seats for 750
The Five Spot: Brian Norris, Chief Revenue Officer, E.W. Scripps Posted FAST channels, sports are key in sales vet’s initial upfront pitch for broadcaster
More Stations in San Antonio Launch NextGen TV Broadcasts By Jon Lafayette published 7 May 24 Graham Media’s KSAT transmitting using ATSC 3.0 format
Congress Has the Opportunity To Keep Millions of Americans Connected (Guest Blog) By Kathy Grillo, Shane Larson published 2 May 24 Telco, labor union make joint call for Congress to fund Affordable Connectivity Program
Kerv’s Interactive Ad Technology Made Available via Magnite Platform By Jon Lafayette published 11 April 24 Interactivity provides greater brand favorability, purchase intent
Detroit Stations Launch Start Over, Datacasting To Boost NextGen TV By Jon Lafayette published 1 April 24 Stations try out consumer apps to build momentum for ATSC 3.0 in local markets
Hulu Added to Disney Plus App for Bundle Subscribers By Jon Lafayette published 27 March 24 Ad campaign promotes shows from both services
Klobuchar Decries ‘Decaying Democracy’ Impact of Local News Declines at Event By Kent Gibbons published 2 May 24 Minnesota Democratic senator plugs antitrust-related bill at The Business of TV News
Congress Has the Opportunity To Keep Millions of Americans Connected (Guest Blog) By Kathy Grillo, Shane Larson published 2 May 24 Telco, labor union make joint call for Congress to fund Affordable Connectivity Program
American Connectivity Program Enters Partial Funded Death Spiral With Republican House Speaker Seemingly Indifferent Towards Its Rescue By Jack Reid published 2 May 24 Besides enabling 23 million disadvantaged American homes to afford internet, the ACP has been a boon to telecom operators including Charter Communications
FCC Votes To Restore Net Neutrality Regulations By Kent Gibbons published 25 April 24 Move by Democrats in majority sets up renewed battle on Title II regime
Curtis LeGeyt, NAB President and CEO, Extends Contract By Michael Malone published 23 April 24 Will remain in leadership role through 2029