FCC Approves License Transfer of WTVQ-DT to Scripps
The green light for the $15.8 million sale of the Morris Networks ABC affiliate creates a duopoly with Scripps’ NBC affiliate, WLEX in Lexington, Kentucky
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Cato: Broadcasters’ Public Interest Obligations Are Outdated and Need to Be Revised
FCC 'The FCC does not need to micromanage spectrum, and it certainly does not need to use spectrum licenses as a lever for editorial control'
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CS live Builds a Future-Ready OB Van With Riedel Control Systems
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Big Lift Brings Dielectric Antennas to the Top of Chicago’s Willis Tower
User Report Replacing the triple-stack UHF antenna serving three stations required coordination and planning
MATC Elevates Production Training With Vinten Versine 360 Heads
User Reports Enhanced camera support improves precision and reliability for students learning in a live broadcast studio setting
People
CatchLight, Sony Launch Initiative to Help Local Newsrooms
Collaboration will provide access to reliable camera and video equipment, training, and technical support for CatchLight Local Visual Desk members
Tegna Names Scott Gill VP, Technology and Operations
People Will oversee engineering and tech at group’s 64 local stations
Nominations for Best of Show Awards at IBC2026 Now Open
IBC SHOW Awards offer a valuable platform for companies to raise awareness for the new products and solutions they will be launching or showcasing at September gathering
Heidi Raphael to Head N.Y. State Broadcasters Association
PEOPLE Former Beasley Media Group comms chief succeeds longtime CEO David Donovan
Production
Telemundo Inks Another Major U.S. Spanish-Language Soccer Deal
New deal gives it rights to UEFA men’s club competitions including the UEFA Champions League for three seasons, beginning with the 2027/28 season
Tyler Perry Studios, Synapse Unveil Plans to Launch New Virtual Production Facility
The Atlanta VR studio is set to go live by the end of the year
Wheatstone to Feature Virtual Mixing Platform at IBC 2026
IBC SHOW Company’s VMX is server-based and web-browser accessible
Zixi, Comcast Technology Solutions Partner on C-band Replacement Solution
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CatchLight, Sony Launch Initiative to Help Local Newsrooms
Collaboration will provide access to reliable camera and video equipment, training, and technical support for CatchLight Local Visual Desk members
Infrastructure
NCTC and Minerva Announce New Middleware Partnership for Independent Operators
Cloud-native IPTV and OTT TV platform will help improve members’ video offerings
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