One thumb up for AT&T/DirecTV nuptials
One key group has indicated its approval
Comcast taken to task for extortion remarks
Former FCC Commissioner Michael Copps, now with Common Cause, and ACA’s Matt Polka are taking
FCC seeks comment on TV relocation reimbursement
A sample of the application form that may be used for stations and MVPDs that incur expenses is available
Scripps execs prep for stock trades
Two members of the E.W. Scripps executive team have announced plans under SEC rule 10b5
MGM applauded for investment in production company
A big plus for MGM: Diversification.
Sinclair and Stirk enter into second TV fire sale
STG is trying to sell WCFT-TV Tuscaloosa AL to minority-owned Howard Stirk Holdings
Comcast sees extortionists among merger opponents
Comcst says that many opponents are those that are trying to use it for their own gain in exchange for
Is Murdoch really done with Time Warner?
A member of the mogul class who knows Murdoch is not so sure.
There’s an iceberg under that Tupelo TV tip
Wow. The announcement that WTVA-TV in Tupelo left a lot of facts beneath the water line.
Partnership to measure niche cable channels
Currently unmeasured audiences for niche or “long tail” television networks will be coming from Simulmedia Inc. and Nielsen.
Taking stock of Tribune
The paperwork is into the Securities and Exchange Commission
Fox notifies Tribune it’s ending its Seattle affiliation
Tribune Media Company has acknowledged that it has been served notice
Republican PAC shifting ad buys
At least one national political action committee is changing its plans
CBS: Hang on and enjoy a nice ride
Wells Fargo analyst Marci Ryvicker believes there may be some turbulence in the new future
TV reporter signs of with one of the seven words
Am KTVA Anchorage AK reporter decided she would rather work in the marijuana business