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Tegna and Houston Comets strike multi-year local broadcast deal

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:05:12 -0400

Tegna Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) and the Houston Comets announced a multi-year partnership that will make KHOU and KTBU the local broadcast home of the Comets, beginning with the team's 2027 season, according to a press release from the companies.

Under the agreement, locally available Comets games will air free over-the-air on KTBU (channel 55), with select games simulcast on KHOU, Tegna's CBS affiliate in Houston. Games will also be simulcast on Space City Home Network and its direct-to-consumer streaming service, SCHN+.

KHOU will serve as a founding marketing partner for the team, producing Comets content year-round across its newscasts, 24/7 streaming channel,

TEGNA and Houston Comets Announce Partnership to Broadcast Games Locally on KHOU and KTBU

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:05:00 -0400

KHOU becomes a founding marketing partner as the four-time WNBA champion Comets return home

MCLEAN, Va. and HOUSTON, Oct. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TEGNA Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) and the Houston Comets today announced a multi-year partnership, making KHOU and KTBU the local broadcast home of the Comets. Starting with the team’s 2027 season, locally available Comets games will air free over-the-air on KTBU, with select games simulcast on KHOU, TEGNA’s CBS affiliate in Houston. The games will also be simulcast on Space City Home Network, the team’s regional sports network, and on SCHN+, the direct-to-consumer streaming service.

TEGNA and Houston Comets Announce Partnership to Broadcast Games Locally on KHOU and KTBU

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:05:00 -0400

KHOU becomes a founding marketing partner as the four-time WNBA champion Comets return home

TEGNA Appoints Tim Thomas to Lead WXIA-WATL in Atlanta and WMAZ in Macon

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:05:00 -0400

Thomas moves from president and general manager of TEGNA’s Tampa and Jacksonville stations

MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TEGNA Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) today announced that it has appointed Tim Thomas to lead WXIA, the company’s NBC affiliate in Atlanta, its sister station, WATL, and WMAZ, the CBS affiliate in Macon. He will be responsible for overseeing station operations across platforms and driving results for advertisers.

Thomas brings a proven track record of innovation and performance to the position. An experienced media executive with more than two decades of leadership across broadcast, digital, and station operations, Thomas

TEGNA Appoints Tim Thomas to Lead WXIA-WATL in Atlanta and WMAZ in Macon

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:05:00 -0400

Thomas moves from president and general manager of TEGNA’s Tampa and Jacksonville stations

TEGNA Taps Proven Revenue Leaders for Top Sales Roles

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:15:00 -0400

Jay Donovan, Kristie Gonzales, Kari Jacobs and Byron Wilkinson take on leadership roles guiding TEGNA’s sales teams

MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TEGNA Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) announced today that four proven sales executives are taking on new and expanded roles under the leadership of Mark Cornetta, senior vice president of sales.

Jay Donovan has been promoted to vice president of digital sales, leading digital growth strategy across the company’s more than 60 media brands. With over 15 years of experience in digital media and advertising technologies, Donovan works with businesses and marketers to harness

TEGNA Taps Proven Revenue Leaders for Top Sales Roles

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:15:00 -0400

Jay Donovan, Kristie Gonzales, Kari Jacobs and Byron Wilkinson take on leadership roles guiding TEGNA’s sales teams

Jay Donovan has been promoted to vice president of digital sales, leading digital growth strategy across the company’s more than 60 media brands. With over 15 years of experience in digital media and advertising technologies, Donovan works with businesses and marketers to harness

TEGNA and Disney renew ABC affiliation deal across 13 markets

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:43 -0400

TEGNA Inc., a subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group (NASDAQ: NXST), and Disney Entertainment Television (NYSE: DIS) have entered into a multi-year agreement renewing ABC station affiliation deals across 13 U.S. markets, according to a press release statement.

The deal covers the following TEGNA-owned stations: KBMT in Beaumont, Texas; KIII in Corpus Christi, Texas; KVUE in Austin, Texas; KXTV in Sacramento, Calif.; WATN in Memphis, Tenn.; WFAA in Dallas, Texas; WHAS in Louisville, Ky.; WJXX in Jacksonville, Fla.; WNEP in Wilkes-Barre-Scranton, Pa.; WOI in Des Moines, Iowa; WQAD in Davenport, Iowa; WVEC in Norfolk, Va.; and WZZM in Grand Rapids, Mich.

Patrick Paolini,

TEGNA and Disney renew ABC affiliation deal across 13 markets

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:43 -0400

Patrick Paolini,

TEGNA and Disney Entertainment Television Renew ABC Affiliation Agreements in 13 Markets

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The multi-year deal covers stations across the U.S.

MCLEAN, Va. and BURBANK, Calif., Oct. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TEGNA Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) and Disney Entertainment Television (NYSE: DIS) today announced that they have entered into a comprehensive, multi-year deal that renews station affiliation agreements for all of TEGNA’s ABC-affiliated stations.

“Our partnership with Disney Entertainment Television offers viewers an incredible programming lineup that includes the NFL, NBA, SEC football and shows like ‘Dancing with the Stars’ and ‘Grey’s Anatomy,’ anchored by strong local news their communities depend on,” said Patrick Paolini, CEO, TEGNA. “We’re excited to extend

TEGNA and Disney Entertainment Television Renew ABC Affiliation Agreements in 13 Markets

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The multi-year deal covers stations across the U.S.

TEGNA and Disney Entertainment Television Renew ABC Affiliation Agreements in 13 Markets

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The multi-year deal covers stations across the U.S.

TEGNA and Disney Entertainment Television Renew ABC Affiliation Agreements in 13 Markets

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The multi-year deal covers stations across the U.S.

Tegna names three group general managers under CEO Patrick Paolini

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:45:13 -0400

Tegna Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group (NASDAQ: NXST), has appointed Joan Barrett, Kate Morris and Brad Ramsey as group general managers, according to a company statement.

The three appointments, effective immediately, expand the leadership structure put in place by CEO Patrick Paolini. Each of the new group general managers will oversee local station general managers across two of Tegna's six regional divisions.

Barrett, who has served as president and general manager of WCNC in Charlotte since 2020 and took on oversight of WFMY in Greensboro in 2024, will oversee Tegna's Northeast and Southeast regions. She previously held leadership

Tegna names three group general managers under CEO Patrick Paolini

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:45:13 -0400

Tegna Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group (NASDAQ: NXST), has appointed Joan Barrett, Kate Morris and Brad Ramsey as group general managers, according to a company statement.

TEGNA CEO Patrick Paolini Appoints Three Group General Managers, Rounding Out His Leadership Team

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:45:00 -0400

Proven industry leaders Joan Barrett, Kate Morris and Brad Ramsey will act as operating partners, coaches, and accountability leads for station general managers

TYSONS, Va., Oct. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TEGNA (NASDAQ: NXST) CEO Patrick Paolini today named seasoned media executives Joan Barrett, Kate Morris and Brad Ramsey group general managers, rounding out his new leadership structure.

Effective immediately, Barrett, Morris and Ramsey will each oversee local general managers (GMs) across stations in two of TEGNA’s six dedicated regions. The group GMs will set clear expectations and strategy for local general managers, driving business performance, audience growth,

TEGNA CEO Patrick Paolini Appoints Three Group General Managers, Rounding Out His Leadership Team

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:45:00 -0400

Proven industry leaders Joan Barrett, Kate Morris and Brad Ramsey will act as operating partners, coaches, and accountability leads for station general managers

Nexstar Media Group to Report 2026 Third Quarter Financial Results, Host Conference Call and Webcast on November 5

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

IRVING, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) announced today that it will report its 2026 third quarter financial results on Thursday, November 5, 2026. The Company will host a conference call and webcast at 10:00 a.m. ET that morning to review the results.

To access the conference call, interested parties may dial 1-877-407-9208 or 1-201-493-6784, conference ID 13762965 (domestic and international callers). Participants can also listen to a live webcast of the call through the “Events and Presentations” section under “Investor Relations” on Nexstar’s website at nexstar.tv. A webcast replay will be

Nexstar Media Group to Report 2026 Third Quarter Financial Results, Host Conference Call and Webcast on November 5

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Nexstar and DAZN to air 15 Indiana Pacers games free

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:00:56 -0400

Nexstar Media Group (NASDAQ: NXST) and DAZN have announced a partnership to broadcast 15 Indiana Pacers regular season games on Nexstar's local television stations and stream them for free on DAZN, according to a joint statement from the companies.

Each game will be simulcast on local over-the-air television and streamed at no cost on DAZN. The first broadcast is scheduled for Oct. 23, when the Pacers face the Dallas Mavericks at 7:00 p.m.

Nexstar-owned WTTV-TV (CBS) and WXIN-TV (FOX) in Indianapolis will serve as the primary television home for the 15 games. The games will also air on WTVW-TV (CW) in Evansville

Nexstar Media Group and DAZN Announce Agreement to Televise and Live Stream 15 Indiana Pacers Games for Fans Across Central Indiana

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Games Will Stream for Free on DAZN and Be Broadcast Over-The-Air on Nexstar’s Local TV Stations in Indianapolis, Evansville, and Champaign, Illinois

First Over-the-air Broadcast Will Be October 23 When the Pacers Take on the Dallas Mavericks

INDIANAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) and DAZN, the world’s leading sports entertainment platform and the new live streaming home of the Indiana Pacers, today announced a partnership that will bring 15 regular season Pacers games to fans across Central Indiana on Nexstar television stations. Each game will be simulcast on local television and streamed for free on

Nexstar Media Group and DAZN Announce Agreement to Televise and Live Stream 15 Indiana Pacers Games for Fans Across Central Indiana

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Games Will Stream for Free on DAZN and Be Broadcast Over-The-Air on Nexstar’s Local TV Stations in Indianapolis, Evansville, and Champaign, Illinois

First Over-the-air Broadcast Will Be October 23 When the Pacers Take on the Dallas Mavericks

Form 4 NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, For: Sep 23 Filed by: ALFORD ANDREW

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:29:00 -0400

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Form 144 NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, Filed by: ALFORD ANDREW

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:00:00 -0400

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Nexstar’s Michigan Television Stations to Air Exclusive Live Debates Between Candidates for Governor and U.S. Senate

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Candidates for Governor Will Face-off October 6; Candidates for U.S. Senate on October 8

Debates Will Air Live from the Studios of WOOD-TV in Grand Rapids

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST), today announced that its television stations serving Michigan will air two exclusive live, multi‑market telecasts of debates between the candidates for Governor of Michigan and the candidates for United States Senate. Titled “Debate Week in Michigan,” the Gubernatorial debate will take place on October 6 from 7 to 8 p.m. ET, and the Senate debate on October 8 from 7 to