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A Reporter Remembers Tim Russert

Everybody who ever dealt with Tim Russert has stories to tell. Reporters are no exception. During one of my first conversations with him after he had was on his way to becoming NBC News’ powerful hyphenate in Washington, D.C., Tim…

Plans Set for Russert Memorial

There will be a private funeral and memorial on Wednesday, June 18 for NBC News Washington Bureau Chief Tim Russert, who died Friday. A public wake will be held from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday at St. Albans School,…

Tribune Plans Safety Net for Stations (Correction)

Company Bidding on Shows to Form New Network or Ignite WGN America

Dish Sneaks ‘Amanda’ Before Theatrical Release

Dish Network will provide a sneak preview of the theatrical film “Finding Amanda” through a deal with Magnolia Pictures and HD Net. Subscribers will be able to view the film in standard definition via pay-per-view for $9.99 and through Dish…

Washington Figures Pay Tribute to Russert

Official Washington reacted with shock and disbelief at the sudden death of “Meet the Press” host Tim Russert on Friday. As Washington bureau chief of NBC News and host of the premier Sunday morning network talk show, Mr. Russert was…

Sony, Harpo Bringing ‘Dr. Oz’ to Syndication

Sony Pictures Television and Harpo Entertainment have confirmed that the two companies have agreed to a deal for a syndicated talk show featuring Dr. Mehmet C. Oz, M.D., better known to audiences as Dr. Oz. The series, featuring the surgeon,…

Community: Remembrances of Tim Russert

TelevisionWeek invites friends and colleagues of Tim Russert to leave remembrances of the TV newsman, who died today at age 58. Mr. Russert, NBC News’ Washington bureau chief, was host of the longest-running show on television, “Meet the Press.” He…

CEO Scannell Shifts to Chairman at Next New Networks

Herb Scannell, founder and CEO of online video studio Next New Networks, will move out of his CEO post and full-time into the chairman role, the company announced today in a blog post. Mr. Scannell will stay on as CEO…

NBC News’ Tim Russert Dead at 58

First there was a gasp of disbelief, then grief spread across the country Friday afternoon at the news that Tim Russert, moderator of “Meet the Press,” had collapsed and died of a heart attack at the NBC News Washington bureau…

Scripps Ups Powell to Business Affairs VP

Scripps Networks has promoted Rhonda Powell to vice president of business affairs. She will oversee the business affairs team servicing Food Network. Ms. Powell was previously the director of legal affairs for Scripps Networks. She also serves on the company’s…