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Comcast Shares Slide On Q3 Home Internet Dip. How Is NBCU?

For Comcast Corp., which owns NBCUniversal, the Peacock OTT losses are subsiding. Theme park business is bustling. But its Xfinity home internet service is showing signs of a slowdown, with a Q3 2023 decline many didn't foresee. That news sent Comcast shares down sharply in Thursday's trading. 
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From Station Ownership To Broadcast Towers, Tom Stoner Made His Mark

Stoner was 88 years old and passed away of pulmonary fibrosis on October 19. In addition to his ownership of radio stations, Mr. Stoner played a key role in the creation of American Radio Systems and, later, American Tower Corp. 

The InFOCUS Podcast: Brian Donlan

Brian Donlon brings a wealth of experience that includes time at A+E, CNBC and ESPN, among other locales. What's his vision for Scripps News, as it seeks to carve itself a place in an ever-competitive national broadcast news environment? We learn more in this InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.fm. LISTEN HERE
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Study: Viewers Pay For Underused TV Services

For the last several years, MVPDs have waged a war against broadcast TV companies wanting higher retrans fees, arguing that it would lead to higher bills to consumers. Absent from those conversations has been the suggestion of a la carte pricing. A newly released report supports that idea, given what's consumed.

Fess Agrees To Take On Twin LPTVs From Larry Morton

He was the Chief Operating Officer of the now-defunct Equity Media Holdings and following that made his mark by running "Univision Arkansas."  Now, Greg Fess is agreeing to take the licenses for a pair of low-power television stations from his former business partner.
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Beasley Wins Preliminary Injunction Against Former ‘Fanatic’ Host

The U.S. District Court for Pennsylvania's Eastern District has signed off on a motion for a preliminary injunction that effectively ends embattled midday sports talk host Anthony Gargano's employment with Beasley Media Group.

Wembanyama Mania Could Boost TEGNA With Spurs Deal’s Seal

The NBA's San Antonio Spurs are on the verge of a renaissance thanks to newcomer Victor Wembanyama. For those who only have over-the-air television in the Alamo City, TEGNA has come to the rescue by committing to broadcasting a host of regular-season match-ups.

Salem’s Upstate S.C. Spin Is Complete

In August, RBR+TVBR first shared the news that Salem Media Group has agreed to sell its radio stations in the Greenville-Spartanburg market. Now, the transaction has closed, after gaining FCC regulatory approval. As such, we now know when Salem's final day of operations will be for the stations.
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Wade Oosterman Is Retiring From Bell Media. His Successor Is Selected

The individual who has served as Bell Group President since 2015 is retiring, and he'll be completely gone from BCE Inc. as of November 1. That means Bell Media, the owner of radio and TV stations in Canada will have a new leader. And, it is a 15-year veteran of A+E Networks who most recently was at Nielsen.
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Nationwide Emergency Alert Test On For Wednesday

FEMA, in coordination with the FCC, will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) in the midday hours of October 4.  The national test will consist of two portions, testing WEA and EAS capabilities.

Sinclair Brings Back Reporter, Producer ‘Academies’

A series of interactive, virtual workshops for college students interested in pursuing careers in journalism offered by Sinclair Broadcast Group is back. And, this year will see the addition of a workshop for students interested in a career in weather.

Urban One Q1 Results Finally Arrive As Nasdaq Initiates Delisting

Late Friday, Urban One confirmed that a delisting process has begun on the part of Nasdaq. But, that could be for naught after all, as the company belatedly released its Q1 2023 earnings and supplied them to the SEC with the clock running out of time to do so.

Delaware Judge Nixes Patent Infringement Case Against Fox

Fox Corporation has successfully defended itself in a patent suit filed in Delaware by a company that accused the owner of FOX Broadcasting Co. of patent infringement. At issue is a platform used within the company designed to optimize scheduling and the airing of National Football League games on its stations by regional selectivity.

A Tool Arrives For Procuring Live Sports Broadcasts On-Demand

Vivaro Media, a Monterrey, Mexico-based global media distribution product brand, has launched an on-demand procurement platform designed to simplify and accelerate how content providers and broadcasters connect and deliver live video content.

Vizrt Unites Portfolio With Full NewTek Integration

To best service its customers, Vizrt and NewTek have been working hard to unify and grow its customer service, support, university, R&D, and product teams.