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Executive producer of Kaitlan Collins' CNN show abruptly leaves network: 'Taking a toll'
Kristin Donnelly, a veteran television producer, surprised colleagues with her abrupt resignation, according to Oliver Darcy's Status newsletter.
Hochul threatens to haul Optimum execs to Albany if it doesn't settle MSG dispute in 5 days
The governor directed the Department of Public Service to intervene, ensuring consumers who subscribe to Optimum are treated fairly.
Tri-state AGs deliver ultimatum to Optimum as MSG tussle leaves customers paying the price
Since Jan. 1, Optimum customers have been unable to access MSG channels, which broadcast the Knicks, Rangers, Islanders, Devils and Buffalo Sabres.
CNN plans to lay off hundreds of employees
The job cuts come as CNN looks to rearrange its linear TV lineup and building out digital subscription products.
Ratings-starved CNN's revenue dropped roughly $400 million in three years: court records
A forensic economist revealed that the ratings-challenged network brought in roughly $2.2 billion in revenue in 2021, $2 billion in revenue in 2022 and $1.8 billion in 2023.
Ratings-challenged CNN moves veteran anchor in massive shakeup at network: report
CNN is also reportedly mulling a move that would have pre-dawn anchor Kasie Hunt shift to the afternoons.
NewsNation anchor leaving primetime show — opening door for Chris Cuomo to get coveted slot
NewsNation anchor Dan Abrams said he will pull the plug on his primetime show early next year -- a decision that could allow Chis Cuomo to move to a slot...
MSNBC staffers 'in a panic' as NBC parent Comcast plans to spin off channel -- and possibly change its name
"People don't really know what's going on," an insider close to the network said. "They had the election, holidays are coming up. People are tired and just trying to get...
MSNBC parent Comcast weighs spin-off of declining cable networks
NBC-parent Comcast is exploring spinning of its struggling cable networks business, including left-leaning MSNBC, President Mike Cavanagh said Thursday.
Disney, DirecTV end blackout of ESPN, ABC as football season ramps up
Disney and DirecTV reached a deal over the weekend to restore service to the Mouse House's "entire portfolio of networks," including ESPN and ABC, as the college and pro football...
Disney's DirecTV carriage dispute could be disastrous for football fans
The Mouse House, which owns ESPN, is locked in renewal discussions with DirecTV ahead of its current deal's expiration on Sunday.
Trump's speech scores Fox News highest-ever RNC rating with 10M viewers
Fox News' viewership for Trump's 92-minutes speech capped the highest-rated single night of convention coverage in cable news history.
Warner Bros. Discovery reportedly mulls breaking up media giant to boost sagging stock
Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent company of CNN and HBO, is reportedly weighing a plan to split its digital streaming and studio businesses from its legacy television networks in order...
CNN staffers fear layoffs as network inks deal with the Associated Press
CNN inked a deal with the Associated Press to use its copy on its website, the first time it has done so since cutting ties with the wire service 14...
CNN primetime ratings hit three-decade low as Mark Thompson searches for a strategy: 'He's thrown in towel regarding cable'
The cable channel, which touts itself as "the most trusted name in news," drew just 83,000 viewers aged 25 to 54 during the week of May 13-19 from 8 to...
Top anti-Trump legal pundits at various networks quietly meet for private weekly call: report
A cable cabal of anti-Trump legal pundits reportedly meet for a weekly Zoom call to discuss the latest on former President Donald Trump's legal troubles – and then spread their...
TV station owner rips Wall Street investors for overreacting to news of new sports bundle: 'Not efficient'
The owner of more than 60 local TV stations that saw its stock hammered after this week's stunning news of a joint venture to create a sports bundle slammed Wall...
MSNBC reports breaking news of new Bob Menendez indictment while daughter is anchoring show
MSNBC anchor Alicia Menendez found herself in an awkward position on Tuesday -- breaking the news of her embattled father's latest legal troubles.
CNN’s 'King Charles' premiere another ratings disaster
The new weekly show hosted by Gayle King and Charles Barkley ranked among the lowest-rated CNN primetime show premieres over the past decade.
ESPN profit plunges 20% as Disney gives rare glimpse at finances in hunt for investor
Hobbled sports giant ESPN has seen profit plummet 20% in the first nine months of the fiscal year as more cable subscribers cut the cord, according to a rare peek...