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In Largest Multicast Network Distribution Launch in History, Nexstar Broadcasting Group Inc., Mission Broadcasting Inc. and White Knight Broadcasting Inc. to Roll Out Escape, Grit, Laff and Bounce TV

Press release from Katz Broadcasting, June 15, 2016: In the largest multicast distribution launch in the history of broadcast television, Katz Broadcasting and Bounce TV announced today that that stations owned or programmed by Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST,…

CBS and the Recording Academy Extend Agreement to Broadcast The Grammy Awards Through 2026

Press release from CBS, June 15, 2016: CBS and The Recording Academy(R) today announced an extended agreement to keep Music’s Biggest Night(R) on the CBS Television Network through 2026. The landmark deal will keep the GRAMMY Awards on CBS, its…

Dish Totally Unresponsive in Negotiations With Tribune Broadcasting

Press release from Tribune Media Co., June 15, 2016: Tribune Broadcasting today said Dish Network has been totally unresponsive in negotiating a new contract between the two companies, even as millions of Dish subscribers across the country go without access…

CBS Announces 12 New ‘Big Brother’ Houseguests

Press release from CBS, June 14, 2016: CBS announced today 12 Houseguests who will embark on a new season of BIG BROTHER during a record 99 days inside the house. BIG BROTHER’s three-hour premiere spans two nights, with two hours…

Paul Telegdy and Meredith Ahr Expand Alternative Roles at NBC Entertainment

Press release from NBC Entertainment, June 8, 2016: Paul Telegdy and Meredith Ahr have extended their contracts at NBC Entertainment with expanded roles in the ever-burgeoning alternative space. Telegdy has been named President, Alternative and Reality Group, NBC Entertainment, while…

Oxygen Media Expands Programming Slate With Four New Original Series

Press release from Oxygen Media, June 8, 2016: Oxygen Media is giving the greenlight to four new original series; it was announced today by Rod Aissa, Executive Vice President of Original Programming and Development, Oxygen Media. New shows include the…

‘BattleBots’ Two-Hour Season Premiere

Press release from ABC, June 7, 2016: “Robots Activate: Qualifying Round Begins” – The extraordinary robot-fighting tournament “BattleBots” will kick things off with a two-hour season premiere on THURSDAY, JUNE 23 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on the ABC Television Network.The first…

2016 NBA Finals Tip Off June 2 Exclusively on ABC: Golden State Warriors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers

Press release from ESPN and ABC, May 31, 2016: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson & Doris Burke Longest-Tenured NBA Finals Broadcast Team Jeff Van Gundy’s Record 10th NBA Finals – Most For TV Analyst Extensive On-Site Presence: SportsCenter,…

FX Networks Picks Up Drama Series ‘Legion’

Press release from FX, May 31, 2016: FX Networks has ordered the first season of Legion, the story of a troubled young man who may be more than human, it was announced today by Nick Grad and Eric Schrier, Presidents…

Investigation Discovery’s June Programming Slate Delivers Healthy Dose of Drama With Four New Original Series

Press release from Investigation Discovery, Wednesday, May 25, 2016: Investigation Discovery (ID) announced today a jam-packed June programming slate designed to deliver a healthy dose of mystery, suspense and drama. Television’s home for true-crime content, ID brings compelling, real stories…