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Deal was done in time for viewers to watch NFL’s Sunday games.

Provider ranked first in all four regions.

Blackout impacts local channels in 17 markets across 23 states and D.C., as well as Fox cable channels.

Meredith stations in 12 markets had been off-air since July.

Unavailable on Dish since July 26, regional sports networks may be gone for good if negotiations don’t progress.

Speaking in Washington, the NAB president said retrans funds trustworthy local journalism.

The deal consists of nine direct broadcast satellites, licensing and more.

Dish said it will carry BBC America’s upcoming rendition of “Planet Earth II” live in 4K.

Tribune’s blackout of its 42 local stations and WGN America across 33 Dish markets continues, as Tribune says that it has not heard anything from Dish in regards to negotiating a new contract.