Sinclair Broadcast Group is pioneering artificial intelligence-driven live language translation for its local newscasts, allowing Spanish-speaking audiences to access real-time translations.
The Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) is demanding that the White House reinstate full press access for Associated Press (AP) journalists, following the administration’s recent decision to revoke the AP’s pool designation for ...
The Atlanta Dream and Gray Media have solidified their broadcast partnership for another season, ensuring fans across the Southeast will have access to Dream games throughout 2025.
Local television broadcaster TEGNA has dismantled its national Verify fact-checking team, laying off nearly two dozen journalists who worked to combat misinformation.
By Paul Greeley, 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com Local television broadcaster TEGNA has laid off nearly two dozen journalists who worked on the company’s national fact-checking team, according to The Desk. The layoffs impact reporters, ...
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has initiated an inquiry into the sponsorship practices of NPR and PBS member stations, potentially affecting nearly 1,500 non-commercial radio and television outlets nationwide.
Tegna-owned WTIC in Hartford, is undergoing notable staffing changes as several reporters and producers have left the Fox affiliate since the start of the year.
Nexstar Media Group has partnered with the Texas Rangers to broadcast at least 15 regular-season games and four spring training matchups during the 2025 season.
For the first time in over 15 years, Charlotte Hornets basketball games will be available on local television, thanks to a new agreement between Gray Media and Main Street Sports.
Recent reports of potential layoffs for meteorologists at Allen Media Broadcasting (AMB) stations across the U.S. sparked a significant industry debate.
Huntsville ABC affiliate WAAY-TV has decided to retain its local meteorologists, shelving a plan by parent company Allen Media Broadcasting to rely on The Weather Channel’s national weather team for local forecasts.
CNN is preparing to lay off hundreds of employees as part of a major transformation to align with its focus on a global digital audience, according to sources familiar with the changes.
The National Association of Broadcasters has released the final report from its Future of Television Initiative, a collaborative effort with the Federal Communications Commission to guide the transition to the ATSC 3.0 broadcasting standard, ...
After a brief standoff that left numerous stations dark, Nexstar Media Group and Altice USA have reached a new carriage agreement, restoring programming for two million Optimum TV subscribers.
The sale of KTAS, a San Luis Obispo-based television station, has officially concluded, marking its transfer from the Palazuelos 2023 Revocable Trust to Major Market Broadcasting of California.
Allen Media Group is overhauling its weather reporting strategy by letting go of most local meteorologists at its TV stations and consolidating weather forecasts at a centralized hub in Atlanta.
The Federal Communications Commission has dismissed a petition filed by the Media and Democracy (MAD) Project, clearing the way for the renewal of WTXF’s broadcast license.
Sinclair Broadcast Group and NBC have solidified their relationship with a comprehensive multiyear agreement renewing the affiliation of all 21 Sinclair-owned and operated NBC affiliates.
Altice USA’s Optimum TV customers have lost access to Nexstar Media Group’s stations, including WPIX (Channel 11) in New York, KTLA (Channel 5) in Los Angeles, and more than 60 other channels.
Nexstar Media Group and NBCUniversal have finalized a multi-year agreement to renew NBC Television Network affiliations in 33 markets, ensuring continued coverage for over 14 million U.S. households.
Gray Media has exciting news for St. Louis hockey enthusiasts: free NHL broadcasts are returning to the area, allowing fans to watch St. Louis Blues games on local television for the first time in ...
CBS News and Stations has taken its weather reporting to the next level with a series of enhancements, including a rotating team of meteorologists and immersive augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) weather ...
By Paul Greeley 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com Marisa DeCandido, a consultant at Magid focusing on Brand Strategy and Innovation, posted an article on December 30th detailing the 5 things local newsrooms should let go of ...
Comcast plans to bring its four NBC Sports-branded regional sports networks (RSNs) to Peacock in early 2025, offering live local sports programming to subscribers for $10 to $15 per month.
The Delmarva Sports Network is set to deliver unparalleled access to the 42nd Annual Governors Challenge, the nation’s largest holiday high school basketball tournament.
The Atlanta Braves and Gray Media have announced a multi-year partnership, starting in 2025, that will bring more Braves baseball games to fans across the Southeast.
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation has announced a $20 million investment to bolster local newsrooms and journalism infrastructure, marking a significant milestone in its Local News Program.
Illinois has faced the steepest decline in newsroom employment across the United States, with an alarming 86% drop in journalists since 2005, compared to a 60% reduction nationwide.
Allen Media Group announced that The Weather Channel en Español will cease operations on December 31, 2024, as part of widespread cost-cutting measures.
A recent Pew Research study highlights the growing reliance of Americans on social media influencers for news, with 20% of the population regularly consuming news content from these non-traditional sources.
Scripps News is set to unveil a revamped streaming lineup today, November 18, marking a new chapter for the network as it shifts focus entirely to digital platforms.
The Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) has introduced the Gary L. Hanson International Reporting Fellowship, an annual award designed to foster a global journalism perspective.
PBS has teamed up with Amazon Prime Video, giving viewers access to local PBS member stations, PBS Kids, and introducing two new free, ad-supported streaming channels — PBS Drama and PBS Documentaries.
Sinclair Inc., a major player in TV broadcasting, reported third-quarter political ad revenue of $138 million—falling just short of its revised forecast.
Reports surfaced Friday from Scott Jones at FTVLive that Gray Television has made staff cuts at some of its smaller stations, including KEYC in Mankato, Minnesota, which reportedly lost nearly half of its news ...
Telemundo is set to revolutionize its election night programming by incorporating virtual reality (VR) for the first time, alongside augmented reality (AR), to create a captivating and dynamic viewing experience.
Despite recent concerns raised by the union representing air traffic control meteorologists, the FAA has confirmed that it will maintain meteorologists at 21 control centers across the U.S.
Allen Media Group has expanded its reach on The Roku Channel by launching 10 new city-specific Local Now FAST channels, providing localized news, weather, traffic, sports, and lifestyle content.
Beloved meteorologist Sue Serio is set to return to WTFX, the Fox owned-and-operated station in Philadelphia, following a medical leave that began in late August.
Tegna has announced a new multi-year deal with FuboTV, giving subscribers access to live broadcasts from Tegna's KFAA Dallas, KONG Seattle, and KTVD Denver.
Comcast posted mixed third-quarter results, with total revenue surpassing Wall Street expectations despite continued declines in traditional cable TV subscribers.
Aspiring meteorologists at Mississippi State University (MSU) are getting a unique opportunity to kick-start their careers through the FOX Weather-MSU Scholarship.
Sinclair Broadcast Group’s national news brand, The National News Desk, is set to provide comprehensive coverage of the 2024 Presidential Election and key regional races on Tuesday, November 5.
Three years after its launch, Fox Weather has silenced skeptics by building a successful streaming weather channel with growing viewership, innovative storytelling, and a clear focus on live, science-based coverage.
By Paul Greeley 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com Megaphone TV is thrilled to announce Andrew Davis’s appointment as its new Manager of Ad Growth. Davis will drive advertising and sponsorship revenue for Megaphone TV’s clients by leveraging ...
The NFL is in preliminary talks with Skydance Media and RedBird Capital Partners about potentially selling parts of its media business, including NFL Network and NFL RedZone, according to a recent report from Bloomberg.
Welcome to another weekly look at the job searches and trends we are following at Talent Dynamics! This week more management roles make the list. There are some great opportunities for managers looking to ...
NBC Sports Chicago is set to go off the air as Comcast prepares to shut down its regional sports network, marking the end of an era for Chicago sports fans.
FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington has called on the Federal Communications Commission to conclude its ongoing investigation into the broadcast license renewal of WTXF (Channel 29), a Fox-owned station in Pennsylvania.
By Paul Greeley, 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com According to The Desk, after more than four decades in the broadcast television and radio business, Detroit media magnate Kevin Adell is ready to retire. Adell has hired ...
By Paul Greeley, 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com John Hendon, assistant chief photographer for WYFF, Hearst’s NBC affiliate in Greenville, South Carolina, has been named to the prestigious Silver Circle of the National Academy of Television ...
By Paul Greeley, 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com Glen Dacy has been named Vice President of News Content and Streaming for FOX’s Chicago duopoly, WFLD FOX 32 and WPWR My50. Sheila Oliver, WFLD and WPWR’s GM made ...
By Paul Greeley, 817-578-6324, Paul@NewsBlues.com Local TV news may be the most advertised product on television. There are 200 plus TV markets in the country, and in every market, there are three, four ...
In a significant reshuffle at ESPN, the sports network has announced leadership promotions while warning of upcoming layoffs as part of a broader effort to streamline operations.
Comcast’s streaming platform, Peacock, experienced a surge in subscribers during the first week of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games, drawing in 2.8 million new users, according to data from tracking firm Antenna.
Gray Television’s WWAX-LD in Hartford is set to broaden its sports programming this fall by adding live broadcasts of UConn’s women’s soccer, men’s soccer, and women’s volleyball games.
Fox-owned stations KDFW and KDFI in Dallas-Fort Worth are set to construct a cutting-edge television studio and content creation center in Irving-Las Colinas, marking a significant investment in the North Texas market.
The Walt Disney Company has laid off nearly 140 employees across its various local and national television divisions, marking a significant reduction in its workforce.
Today, Gray Media, parent company of WOIO/WUAB, in collaboration with Rock Entertainment Group, unveiled a groundbreaking broadcast partnership to introduce “Rock Entertainment Sports Network” in August 2024.
I should also say welcome to the 30th edition of our newsletter. That’s right, what started as a way for us at Talent Dynamics to connect with you has turned into a Friday must ...
Actor, musician, producer, and best-selling author, John Stamos, is taking on a new role as the CIO of Zeam Media, the parent company of the streaming service Zeam.
When Hurricane Beryl hit Texas, the Houston ABC-owned station KTRK faced power issues but continued to deliver news to its viewers by using social media platforms.
Paramount Global's proposed merger with Skydance Media could face significant scrutiny from the Department of Justice due to concerns over increasing media consolidation.
Chris Dolan, a seasoned media industry executive with over 20 years of experience, has been named vice president of sales for NBC-owned stations in Dallas.
A federal legislative committee has proposed cutting over $600 million in funding for public media outlets in its Fiscal Year 2025 appropriations bill.
Newsmax Media, Inc. has filed a motion to dismiss a defamation lawsuit brought against it by election technology company Smartmatic in the Superior Court of Delaware.
