Media Matters reports that Sinclair Broadcast Group is mandating local news stations to run a video segment from former Trump aide Boris Epshteyn warning that the group of migrants currently at the border, fleeing violence and poverty in Central America, represent "an attempted invasion of our country." Sinclair, the largest owner of television stations in the U.S., owns KATV, Channel 7, in Little Rock. In all, Sinclair local news broadcasts reach more than 2 million American households, where they get a healthy dose of right-wing propaganda slipped into their local news, delivered straight from the apparatchiks at corporate headquarters. As this blog has covered extensively, Sinclair has long produced "must-run" video segments that station managers are required to include in local broadcasts, often featuring, Epshteyn the company's in-house misinformation minister. They also periodically force local anchors to read hammy propaganda scripts, pretending to offer commentary, reading … [Read more...] about Sinclair airs “must-run” segment on local news stations warning of “attempted invasion of our country”: UPDATE
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WVUE-Fox 8 overtakes WWL in New Orleans’ local news ratings race
After decades of local domination, New Orleans CBS affiliate WWL-TV ceded its ratings crown to WVUE-Fox 8 during the November 2018 sweeps period, Nielsen ratings figures show.For the first time in recent history, and perhaps the first time ever, WVUE won every weekday time period but one in which it broadcasts a local news program, including from 4 a.m. to 10 a.m., at 4 p.m. and 5 p.m., and at 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. The only key time slot WVUE didn’t win was the noon hour. WWL was No. 1 in that time period."The fact that we are number one in every major newscast is very humbling," WVUE News Director Mikel Schaefer said in a statement. "It also reinforces our determination to continue our news philosophy where great content, that includes in-depth investigations, breaking news and of course weather, is what our viewers want and deserve."NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune and WVUE have been news-gathering partners since 2013.More than half of New Orleans watched Saints-Falcons game, ratings … [Read more...] about WVUE-Fox 8 overtakes WWL in New Orleans’ local news ratings race
Commercial Appeal staff expansion journalism local news
opinion Mark Russell Columnist Published 2:11 PM EST Nov 10, 2018 In mid-June The Commercial Appeal newsroom had a half dozen vacancies on key beats, driven mostly by departures to the Daily Memphian, an online startup. Some readers wrote to me, questioning our commitment to covering local news and to Memphis, where we've operated for 177 years. That's when I committed to the staff, those readers, and the larger Memphis community that we would rebuild our staff and dedicate our team to covering Memphis even more vigorously. Five months later, we have rebuilt the newsroom staff and readers are noticing our reinvigorated local coverage. I call this a good start. The above photo gallery shows you our entire local team, including the new staffers. It's your team of reporters, photographers and editors dedicated to independent journalism about Memphis, its people and institutions. First, some numbers. Since June 1, we … [Read more...] about Commercial Appeal staff expansion journalism local news
Reel local news: Italian Cinema in SF focuses on new and veteran filmmakers
By Pam Grady Published 5:24 pm PST, Tuesday, November 6, 2018 Cowboys roam Tuscany and Lazio in the documentary “The Last Italian Cowboys,” which is part of the New Italian Cinema festival. Cowboys roam Tuscany and Lazio in the documentary “The Last Italian Cowboys,” which is part of the New Italian Cinema festival. Photo: Notorious Pictures Photo: Notorious Pictures Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 Cowboys roam Tuscany and Lazio in the documentary “The Last Italian Cowboys,” which is part of the New Italian Cinema festival. Cowboys roam Tuscany and Lazio in the documentary “The Last Italian Cowboys,” which is part of the New Italian Cinema festival. Photo: Notorious Pictures Reel local news: … [Read more...] about Reel local news: Italian Cinema in SF focuses on new and veteran filmmakers
Beloved local news anchor Ron Trevino ties the knot
By Marcy de Luna Published 11:40 am CDT, Friday, October 19, 2018 Best wishes are in order for KHOU anchor Ron Trevino and his new bride, Cheryl Martin. Best wishes are in order for KHOU anchor Ron Trevino and his new bride, Cheryl Martin. Photo: Courtesy Photo The intimate evening was attended by only seven guests. The intimate evening was attended by only seven guests. Photo: Courtesy Photo The lovely couple exchanged "I Do's" at St. Luke's Methodist Church. The pair first met at an Italian restaurant in 2016. >>> Scroll through to see celebrity secret weddings. The lovely couple exchanged "I Do's" at St. Luke's Methodist Church. The pair first met at an Italian restaurant in 2016. >>> Scroll through to see celebrity secret weddings. Photo: Courtesy Photo … [Read more...] about Beloved local news anchor Ron Trevino ties the knot