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NFL Faces New Trial Over $4.7 Billion Sunday Ticket Verdict

The ruling represents another setback for the NFL as it defends its Sunday Ticket distribution model.

Joe Davis, Former Salem Media COO, Dies at 82

"He was our guide, our anchor, and our greatest supporter. I am a better man and a better father because of his example."

Ernie Johnson Hopes His Retirement Doesn’t Mean the End of Inside the NBA

"I would hope that they could continue the show in some form. And there are plenty of great studio hosts out there who could do what I do."

Ben Stevens Elevated To Full Time Co-Host of “D-Fish & Decker” at 97.1 The Fan

"Stevens has been a rotating fill-in host since 97.1 The Fan launched in May."

Is the FCC Overstepping With It’s Inquiry Into Sports Media Rights Agreements

"The FCC can study the fragmentation of sports television all it wants. The fragmentation isn’t the problem. It’s the business model. And that model isn’t broken."

FCC Launches Inquiry Into Sports Broadcasting Rights Moving To Streaming Platforms

"FCC Chairman Brendan Carr echoed those concerns previously on social media, writing that while many games remain available on broadcast television, an increasing share now resides on a patchwork of online platforms that require separate subscriptions and navigation tools."

40 Congressional Republicans Urge FCC to Not Allow Nexstar/TEGNA Merger ‘Without Proper Review’

"Given Congress’s clear statutory role, any reconsideration should be approached with deliberation and deference to that framework. We appreciate your attention to this important matter."

FCC Chair Brendan Carr: Coverage of Stephen Colbert Pushing Interview to YouTube ‘Embarrassing Episode for the Media’

“I think you guys should feel a bit ashamed for having been lied to and then just run with those lies.”

Poll: 68% of Republican Voters Oppose Nexstar-TEGNA Meger, New Data Shows

Only 7% of those voters supported the acquisition.

President Donald Trump Reverses Stance on Nexstar-TEGNA Merger

"Those that are opposed don’t fully understand how good the concept of this Deal is for them, but they will in the future. GET THAT DEAL DONE!”

Worries Over the FCC’s Plans to Enforce Equal Time Rules Are Much Ado About Nothing

There are plenty of reasons to think the FCC is incompetent. This isn't one of them.

Sean Hannity After FCC Chair Brendan Carr Shares Plans to Enforce Equal Time Rules: We Need More Freedom

"Let the American people decide where to get their information from without any government interference.”

FCC Chair Brendan Carr: Late Night and Daytime Talk Shows Aren’t Exempt From Equal Time Rules

"The FCC has not been presented with any evidence that the interview portion of any late night or daytime television talk show program on air presently would qualify for the bona fide news exemption."

Sinclair: Those Opposing Nexstar-TEGNA Merger ‘Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing’

“They lecture the Commission about competition and the importance of local journalism despite their complete lack of involvement in promoting, preserving, or expanding local news."

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Joe Davis, Former Salem Media COO, Dies at 82

"He was our guide, our anchor, and our greatest supporter. I am a better man and a better father because of his example."

Ernie Johnson Hopes His Retirement Doesn’t Mean the End of Inside the NBA

"I would hope that they could continue the show in some form. And there are plenty of great studio hosts out there who could do what I do."

Ben Stevens Elevated To Full Time Co-Host of “D-Fish & Decker” at 97.1 The Fan

"Stevens has been a rotating fill-in host since 97.1 The Fan launched in May."

Borrell Associates: Digital Advertising Will Reach 80% of Local Ad Spending by 2030

Borrell Associates projects that figure will climb considerably over the next four years as the industry undergoes what it describes as a "great reshuffling."