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Bill Croasdale: An Ideal Mentor

Respected Media Buyer Dies at 77 in San Diego

ABC Hopeful About Woodruff’s Return

‘World News Tonight’ EP Forging Ahead as if Seriously Injured co-Anchor Will Be Back

New Deals Spark Retrans Debate

Nexstar’s Cash-for-Carriage Setup Could Start Trend

FX Seeks Sole VOD Sponsors

Blended Revenue Preview Model Stirs Debate

No Home Run in Purchase of Adelphia

FCC Invited to Consider Conditions

On-Demand Nets Vie For Own Ad Meet

The video-on-demand business will have its own advertising upfront this spring if several VOD networks have their way. Three networks that distribute their programming exclusively via VOD-Anime Network, RipeTV and Music Choice-are working on initiatives to fashion a marketplace for…

Network Sweeps Programming Highlights

ABCThe Super Bowl was expected to score a touchdown Feb. 5, with “Grey’s Anatomy” in the plum post-game lead-out position. Erik Estrada guest stars on “According to Jim” Feb. 7. Illeana Douglas guests on “Crumbs” Feb. 9. Part two of…

Slamming for Time Slots

The CW’s Programming Mix Should Leave Little Room for Newcomers

Cable Image Crusade Draws Critics’ Jeers

NCTA Campaign Targets D.C.

News Briefs: Bush to Nominate McDowell to FCC

President Bush on Friday announced his intention to nominate Robert McDowell to a Republican vacancy at the Federal Communications Commission. Mr. McDowell is currently senior VP and assistant general counsel for the trade group CompTel. If confirmed as the FCC’s…