Headlines
As Widespread Layoffs Sweep Across Big Media Companies, Timing Raises Questions
Media companies have been making big announcements about major staff reductions at various operations -- even as we are seeing positive economic data and record-breaking stock-market news.
How Local Ad Sellers Can Meet Shifting Advertiser Demand
The rise of CTV has brought a new level of control, transparency and reporting to TV
BIA
New Innovations in Local Healthcare Advertising: How Advanced Marketing Techniques are Shaping a $12 Billion Market
In today’s increasingly digital world, healthcare advertising is ripe for innovation and growth. A recent survey by BIA and SalesFuel reveals fascinating trends in local healthcare advertising.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Florida Keys Media Sells Stations In Two Deals
Robert Holladay’s Florida Keys Media is selling its seven stations in two deals.
Television
Floyd Abrams: FCC Has ‘Ample Basis’ To Revoke Fox O&O License in Philadelphia
Leading First Amendment attorney Floyd Abrams claims federal regulators have “ample basis” to revoke Fox Corp.’s TV station license in Philadelphia over 2020 election falsehoods aired on Fox News Channel and various Fox-owned TV stations.
How WAVY Got Thousands Of Coats Donated Through Promos And News Coverage
Through a combination of station promotions and live news coverage during the most recent drive in November and December of 2023, more than 8,000 coats were donated and are now being distributed.
Digital
Copyright Royalty Board Issues Correction of Deadline to File Petitions to Participate in New Proceeding to Set Webcasting Royalty Rates for 2026-2030, and Issues Notices of Audits of Webcasters
The Copyright Royalty Board has published in the Federal Register a correction to its notice announcing the commencement of the next proceeding to set rates for the royalties paid by webcasters (including broadcasters who stream their music through the internet) to SoundExchange for the public performance of sound recordings in the period 2026-2030.
CTV/OTT
Why Your Best Young TV Journalist Just Left
Some of local TV’s brightest and most ambitious talents are leaving beloved jobs — and the industry — behind facing salary prospects that fall far too much below an acceptable mark.
