CNN’s Michael Ware says he is “not the same f*cking person” after reporting from the frontlines in Iraq, TVNewser reports, citing Ware’s recent profile in Men’s Journal magazine by Greg Veis. Staff sergeant David Bellavia is quoted as saying, “I…
Jim Popkin, NBC News reporter and senior investigative producer out of the network’s Washington, D.C., bureau, is accepting a buyout from his parent company as part of NBC News’ recent round of layoffs at the office, TVNewser reports. Popkin was…
CBS Interactive will be executing a round of layoffs this week throughout all of its divisions as it continues its merger with CNET, Advertising Age reports. Although the actual number of jobs being cut has not been revealed, a representative…
“This Golden Globe nomination is both unexpected and humbling. I am most excited about the show being recognized because of its unique and prolific nature.” —Blair Underwood, nominee for actor in a supporting role in a series, miniseries or motion…
Fox News Channel will premiere a new show with Sean Hannity on Jan. 12. “Hannity,” which will air weekdays at 9 p.m., will feature commentary, interviews and branded segments such as “Hate Hannity Hotline,” featuring dissenting voicemails and videos from…
Fox has canceled its “American Idol” charity special “Idol Gives Back,” the New York Post reports, citing a Fox memo obtained by the fan blog mjsbigblog.com. The announcement came as part of the network’s plans for season eight of the…
Former “Prison Break” star Lane Garrison is being sued by the parents of the teenager killed by his drunk driving, E! Online reports. Karen Setian and Inaida Nalbandian are suing for wrongful death and gross negligence for an unspecified sum…
The U.S. House approved the SAFER Act, the DTV “nightlight” bill, Wednesday night, and sent it to President Bush, who is expected to sign it, TVNewsday reports. The bill will allow broadcasters to keep analog signals on after the mandated…
KHAS Hastings, Neb., has already executed its DTV transition with very few problems, TVNewsday reports. The NBC affiliate has been broadcasting exclusively in 1080i digital format and 5.1 surround sound, though it still has not originated any high-definition programming, the…
News Corp. is expected to execute a round of layoffs after the new year affecting the media company’s owned-and-operated television stations, TVNewser reports, citing unnamed sources. The O&O affiliates will be asked to make cuts, including not renewing contracts or…