Tag: Fox
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Mass Layoffs at ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Locals of Over 650 Employees Raise Questions About Local News
Over the past year, from early 2025 through early 2026, the newsrooms of ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC have faced substantial workforce reductions as the media industry grapples with declining linear television ratings, shifting advertising revenues, and corporate restructurings. These layoffs reflect broader trends in broadcast journalism, where traditional networks are adapting to a digital-first…
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The NFL is the Cable Bundle’s Final Lifeline, Analysts Warn
A Bank of America note says the NFL is the key reason cable bundles haven’t disappeared, and analysts are sounding the alarm, according to a report from Front Office Sports. Rising rights costs are putting major broadcasters under pressure, and the league’s games are basically “glue” that holds traditional TV together. Per the report, Bank…
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DIRECTV Warns Of The Danger of Mega ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Mergers to Local News
In a recent move to influence regulatory decisions, satellite television provider DIRECTV has presented a detailed analysis to the Federal Communications Commission, pointing out potential drawbacks of increasing consolidation among local television station groups. The submission focuses on how mergers and shared operations among broadcasters are leading to a noticeable decline in the production and…
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Nexstar is Cutting Local News Staff At Some of Its ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC Stations
In a significant move reflecting ongoing challenges in the broadcast industry, Nexstar Media Group has initiated a series of layoffs affecting staff at multiple local television stations across the United States. As the largest owner of affiliates for major networks including ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC, the company oversees more than 200 stations nationwide, reaching…
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Everything You Need to Know About Watching MLS in 2026
The 2026 ML Season launches with Opening Weekend, February 21-22, and every single match will stream on Apple TV for no additional charge for subscribers. After sunsetting MLS Season Pass as an add-on, Apple and MLS are doubling down on a global, appointment-driven TV strategy for 2026. For MLS Opening Weekend, all 30 clubs will take…
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Computers Are Replacing News Staff at Local ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC TV Stations
Cut continue at, local affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC are increasingly turning to advanced software solutions to automate news production, reducing reliance on traditional staff roles. Gray Media, one of the largest owners of these network-affiliated stations, has pioneered this approach with a successful test at its KNOP News 2 station in North…
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Fox Is Bringing Back The Speed Channel, But As A Part of FS1
In a move that revives a beloved name in automotive broadcasting, Fox Sports has announced the return of the Speed Channel, this time reimagined as a podcast series airing on FS1. The new format aims to capture the essence of the original network’s high-octane content while adapting to modern listening habits, with episodes debuting weekly…
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AI is Going To Replace Employees At Local ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Stations, Leading to Layoffs
In a bold move to navigate the evolving media landscape, the E.W. Scripps Company has outlined an extensive overhaul of its operations, incorporating workforce adjustments, efficiency improvements, and forward-looking growth initiatives. The plan signals upcoming layoffs as part of broader efforts to trim expenses while integrating advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and automation to drive…
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FOX One Loads Up 2026 Season With 85+ MLB Games, World Baseball Classic & More
FOX Sports is hitting a home run with a full slate of baseball coverage later this year. Across its networks, FOX and FS1, over 85 regular-season MLB games are set to air, including the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, and early-season coverage of the World Baseball Classic. All games will simulstream via FOX One and the…
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Major Changes Are Coming to Local ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Stations If The FCC Approves New Rules – Here Is What Could Change
In a move that could reshape the landscape of local television broadcasting, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is actively considering revisions to its longstanding ownership rules, potentially allowing media companies to own more stations in the same market, including affiliates of major networks like ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC. This review, part of the agency’s…