Four More Years For The CW Network President
He was named President of The CW Network in October 2022. It is now confirmed that he will remain in that role through the end of 2027, thanks to a contract extension announced early Monday by the majority owner of the broadcast TV operation — Nexstar Media Group.
With vMVPD Retrans A Hot Topic, YouTubeTV Is Surging
As cord-cutting has not relented, one vMVPD has continued to add new subscribers in a big way. And, the National Football League's Sunday Ticket is a key reason why that's transpired.
Finance and a Frappucino: The Spot Ten Cable Story
What do personal checking and savings accounts have in common with a frozen coffee from one of the nation's more ubiquitous Java vendors? A bevy of cable TV spots, the latest data from Media Monitors show.
Anti-Vaxxer Sees Partial Revival Of Case Against Hearst
Hearst Television in June earned a partial win in a Massachusetts U.S. District Court as it dismissed many, but not all of the claims, brought forth by a videographer at WCVB-5 in Boston who declined to follow a company mandate to get a COVID-19 vaccine based on religious reasons. Now, George Rodrique has gotten part of his lawsuit revived.
Fubo Shares Slip Despite Upbeat Q2 Finish
It's carving itself a niche as a "sports-first live TV streaming platform," but that hasn't excited investors so much — even as it released Q2 2023 results on Friday that it boasted exceeded North American guidance. With the Closing Bell on the NYSE, FUBO shares were down 1.9% to $3.15, even as the company enjoyed 41% year-over-year revenue growth.
FOX Responds To WTXF License Renewal Denial Petition
The Media and Democracy Project contends that Fox engaged in “intentional and chronic news distortion,” which it believes “further divided the country, sowing discord that was a contributing factor to the attack on our nation’s Capitol on January 6, 2021.” As WTXF is one of 29 Fox Television Stations properties, MAD says it has failed to live up to its “basic statutory duty to conduct its operations in the public interest.” FOX has responded.
The InFOCUS Podcast: TEGNA Q2 2023 In Depth
In this InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.fm, we offer highlights from the conversation, including how Premion is "uniquely positioned to win" as local cable's "declining reach" was seen as a plus for TEGNA — even as retransmission consent fees outweigh core advertising revenue. LISTEN HERE
FOX Makes Its Choice For A New ‘Q13’ and ‘JOE tv’ Leader
When Sheila Oliver was appointed Sr. Vice President/General Manager of FOX Television Stations' WFLD-32 and WPWR-50 in Chicago, it opened up a leadership hole at the company's two stations serving the Pacific Northwest's biggest market. FOX has now selected Oliver's successor at those properties.
Cates’ Successor at WCSC Selected
Dan Cates recently retired after a long and distinguished career, concluding his tenure as General Manager of Gray Television's CBS affiliate serving Charleston, S.C. We now know who will be taking over as GM for the station.
FCC Gives Green Light To Ex-Miami Mayor’s LPTV Buy
He's a former Mayor of the City of Miami who became known across the Cuban-American community as a daily host and commentator on WWFE-AM "La Poderosa," and as a host of a daily news and public affairs program on the TeleMiami channel found on local Comcast systems. Now, he's one step closer to becoming the owner of a low-power TV station.
New York Festivals TV & Film Awards Opens 2024 Competition for Entries
New York Festivals TV & Film Awards are now open for entries. For the 2024 competition, NYF’s TV & Film Awards has a new look and adds eight categories, mirroring dynamic shifts in the TV & Film landscape.
Gurley Rises From Sales To Lead FOX’s DFW Duo
He has been with FOX Television Stations' KDFW-4 and KDFI-27, branded as "More 27," in the Dallas-Fort Worth market since 1997. Now, this 13-year VP/Director of Sales is being promoted to the role of Senior Vice President/General Manager. It's a move that is possible with the recent retirement of Kathy Saunders.
Back To School Lift Brings Retailers To Spot TV
Don't look now, but Halloween displays are already being seen at some retailers. Ahead of that event, however, is the return of kids to school. In some parts of the U.S., this is poised to occur next week. Two retailers are likely aware of this, and are using Spot TV to bump up back-to-school register receipts.
Rogers Q2 Results Lag Street Forecasts
The Canadian media giant's earnings per share in Q2 2023, despite increasing 13.4% year-over-year, missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 9.5%, as Rogers' revenue also failed to make Zacks' forecast — even with a 24% year-over-year gain.
With Digital The Driver, What Will Entravision View For Q2?
Today, Michael Christenson serves as CEO of Entravision, the multimedia company that has transformed itself from a Hispanic-focused radio and TV station owner to a global digital advertising and communications firm under the late founder and chairman, Walter Ulloa. We now know when he'll be introducing himself to analysts, stockholders and debtholders, as Entravision has decided when to release its Q2 2023 fiscal health report.