Sinclair: Consolidation Is Not Retrans Blackout Culprit
Broadcaster argues MVPDs are in stronger position to weather impasses
Broadcaster argues MVPDs are in stronger position to weather impasses
But signals conclusion will be that it will raise prices to consumers
Joins call to keep merger clock on pause until that info is forthcoming
Agency still processing changes to proposal
Deal includes potential services agreement with buyer of both
Programmer looks to boost station haul after Disney sale
Borrows from Suess to slam Tribune merger
Broadcaster would have opportunity to respond before any fine was levied
Says that would change if it were allowed to double up in market after Tribune buy
Joins with pair of other House Democrats to argue that violates 'will of Congress'
Sinclair, Nexstar, Tribune, Tegna team up to leverage ATSC 3.0
Merger will be mighty tough pitch to some audiences on Capitol Hill
Pai's office calls move a last-ditch political ploy
Says opponents lack standing, have no case against temporary reinstatement
Group against Sinclair-Tribune merger adds NABET, UCC, others
Group says without specific info, FCC must not approve merger with Tribune
Says retrans negotiation tactics are aggressive, excessive and unreasonable
Or to wait to act until after UHF discount court challenge is resolved
Say states should join DOJ in looking at deal
Say end-of-year timetable for FCC decision on Tribune merger would be rushing it
Broadcaster's net earnings fall to $30.6 million