Broadcasters cannot be both innovators and wards of the state.

Diller imagined a network of independent stations breathing life back into "local TV" — a striking contrast to the increasingly cookie-cutter world of national networks and formulaic local newscasts.

MLS still benefits greatly from its exclusive Apple TV+ deal. But recently, clubs have been finding workarounds to earn more exposure (and revenues) from local broadcasts, too.

When station group owners force must-run segments onto local newscasts, they dilute the time and resources available for actual local reporting.

If stalwarts like Wheel and Jeopardy! can be peeled away from the traditional TV syndication pipeline, what’s to stop others from following?

5G Broadcast is gaining traction as a mobile-first digital TV alternative that aligns well with modern viewing habits and global trends toward cellular-based media delivery systems.

At its core, HC2’s petition represents an admission by broadcasters that the future of television is no longer about delivering content to viewers but about repurposing spectrum for data services.

If history has taught us anything, it’s that aggressive deregulation often carries unintended — and sometimes irreversible — consequences.

The question is no longer whether some stations will drop local news — it’s when and how many will.

If baseball is serious about growing its audience, especially among younger fans, it must overhaul its television and streaming policies to make it easier — not harder — for people to watch their favorite teams.

The transition to ATSC 3.0 may be inevitable, but it should not come at the expense of consumer choice and accessibility.