First, it was digitally distributed and known as Newsy. Then, it became a MVPD-distributed offering, before evolving to a free-to-air digital multicast network.
Now, with the Manoj Bhargava-bankrolled NewsNet building a LPTV O&O stable as it seeks to establish itself as a 24/7 all-newscast offering, The E.W. Scripps Co. is rolling out what was formerly branded as Newsy to 18 more stations.