CBS, Big Ten Ink Deal for Basketball Rights
CBS Sports said Tuesday it has reached a multiyear agreement with the Big Ten Conference, extending its broad$
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Cablevision Abandons Voom Spinoff Plans
Cablevision Systems Corp. said Tuesday it is abandoning its plans to spin off its struggling satellite business, opting instead to explore what it described as strategic alternatives for the unit.The move comes just weeks after Cablevision said it would not…
Caucus to Honor Roth, Olmos
Peter Roth, president of Warner Bros. Television, and actor and community activist Edward James Olmos have been added to the list of those who will be honored by the Caucus for Television Producers, Writers and Directors at its 12th annual…
NBC Agency Makes Promotions on Both Coasts
The NBC Agency print advertising department has promoted Nancy McDyer, David Pai-Ritchie and Steve Kemp on the West Coast and Bari Cohen and Stan Sousa on the East Coast.Ms. McDyer has been named VP of print advertising account services. Mr….
Online Game Version of Fox’s ’24’ Launches
Game maker WildTangent announced Monday the release of “24: Countdown,” a premium online game based on the Fox television series “24.” The game lets players assume the role of “24” lead character Jack Bauer and sends them on a chase…
CBS and Gray TV Renew Affiliation Pact
CBS and Gray Television on Monday announced a “historic” affiliation renewal deal for 16 Gray-owned CBS affiliates that collectively reach more than 3.2 million viewers. Gray owns more CBS-affiliated stations than anyone other than CBS parent Viacom. Peter Schruth, president…
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Nominees in TV Categories
“Desperate Housewives” was a hit with the Golden Globes, winning a nomination for best comedy or musical series and nods for four of its actresses. With “Lost,” ABC’s two new hits gave the resurgent network the most nominees of any…