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's Washington, D.C., bureau chief Michael Viqueira spoke with TVNewser about how the network is preparing for next week's .

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DNC 2024: NewsNation Answers TVNewser’s Questionnaire Michael Viqueira says that the Chicago-based NewsNation has a hometown advantage covering the DNC.

NewsNation, the only cable news network based in Chicago and the Midwest, will present special coverage of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago beginning Sunday, August 18, through Thursday, August 22.

Starting on August 18, a special edition of The Hill Sunday with Chris Stirewalt will run at 10 a.m. ET with Washington Correspondent Kellie Meyer live on location from inside the convention arena.

From Monday, August 19, through Thursday, August 22, NewsNation programming highlights include:
◾ A special edition of On Balance With Leland Vittert, which will air in its usual time slot
◾Decision Desk 2024: The Democratic National Convention, co-anchored by Chris Cuomo, Elizabeth Vargas, and Leland Vittert, from 8 p.m. ET to midnight
◾NewsNation’s talented team will give viewers a Backstage Pass, take them behind-the-scenes, showing them what happens at the convention hall, but also in delegate rooms and across greater Chicago.
◾The Hill will also provide on-the-ground reporting from the DNC convention.
◾NewsNationNow.com and the NewsNation app will also feature live coverage from the convention, including key speeches, live streams, and what’s happening on the convention floor.

For more info on NewsNation’s coverage at the DNC, go here: https://www.newsnationnow.com/press/newsnation-to-present-special-coverage-of-the-democratic-national-convention/

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Nexstar has announced the appointment of Washington, D.C., and media and telecommunications industry advocate Scott Weaver as the company’s Senior Vice President of Government Relations.

In this newly created role, Mr. Weaver will work with Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Perry Sook, to set the company’s legislative and regulatory priorities, represent Nexstar’s interests to the executive branch of the federal government, Congress, and a variety of regulatory bodies, and establish Nexstar’s first-ever Office of Government Affairs in Washington, D.C.

“Nexstar’s business has grown substantially over the last several years as we became the largest local broadcaster in the United States, launched our national cable news network, NewsNation, acquired majority ownership of The CW Network, and deepened our relationships with our network and distribution partners,” said Mr. Sook. “We have a unique business model with legislative and regulatory goals that are unlike other media companies. Scott’s experience, leadership, and reputation for getting things done, along with the respect he has earned across the political landscape, make him the ideal person to represent Nexstar in the nation’s capital.”

Mr. Weaver will begin his new duties on September 5, 2024

https://www.nexstar.tv/nexstar-names-scott-weaver-svp-government-relations/

The CW Network and Gray Television, Inc. have reached a comprehensive agreement to renew the affiliations of 38 Gray-owned television stations across the country.

Together, the 38 stations reach nearly 10% of the U.S. audience, serving more than 12 million television households.

Under terms of the agreement, the stations will remain the exclusive homes of Pac-12 college football, ACC college football and basketball, NASCAR Xfinity Series Racing, WWE NXT wrestling, and LIV Golf in their respective markets.

The CW Network and Gray Media Renew Affiliation Agreements for 38 Local Television Stations Across the Country | Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Markets Cover Nearly 10% of the Television Audience in the United States and More Than 12 Million TV Households (August 12, 2024) Burbank, CA – The CW

is proud to support the efforts of the amazing future journalists of .

Earlier this week, KXAN News in Austin, TX, hosted JCamp, a national multicultural journalism program for high school students.

We also had the opportunity to sponsor AAJA VOICES, where our Senior Corporate Recruiter Travis Ruiz spoke to the college journalism cohort.

The future of our industry is bright!

News 19 retired anchor Steve Johnson to be inducted into ‘Silver Circle’ It wasn’t very long ago that long-time News 19 Morning Anchor Steve Johnson decided to step away from the desk. And now, he is being honored for his work here in North Alabama.

Nexstar’s multicast network Antenna TV will air two full-day marathons on August 11 and September 2.

Say goodbye to summer and celebrate back-to-school time with “The Facts of Life Back-to-School Blowout Sale Marathon” starting on Sunday, August 11, at 7 a.m. ET.

This Labor Day, take it easy and relax with “Labor Day at the Good Ol’ 1-2 Barney Miller Marathon” on Monday, September 2, starting at 5 a.m. ET.

For more information, including episode guides for both marathons, click here: https://www.nexstar.tv/antenna-tv-to-air-special-marathons-august-11-and-september-2/

Visit www.antennatv.tv for the channel finder.

The highly anticipated broadcast television debut of WWE NXT on The CW Network will be extra special for viewers when the show travels to the Allstate Arena in Chicago and the Enterprise Center in St. Louis for its first two shows on Oct. 1 and Oct. 8.

Read more here: https://www.nexstar.tv/the-cw-network-to-launch-wwe-nxt-with-live-arena-shows-in-chicago-st-louis/

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Today is the last day to stop by our booth (317) and meet our team! We’d love to hear your story and talk about the endless opportunities at our 200 stations!

"Mad Money" host Jim Cramer looks at how media stocks, such as Nexstar's, could benefit from this year's election cycle. He begins discussing Nexstar at 3:52.

Jim Cramer likes Fox, NYT, and Nexstar as an election year trade 'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer looks at how media stocks could benefit from this year's election cycle.

It’s DAY TWO of and our News Directors and hiring managers representing our 200 stations are ready to meet you!

Stop by booth 317.

Nexstar is a proud sponsor of this year’s (NABJ) National Association of Black Journalists Conference.

Check out Nexstar's Senior Vice President/Regional Manager Brandin Stewart today at 10:45 AM as he joins the Leadership Academy session "Black News Directors: Leading During Turbulent Times."

The CW Network announced new television station affiliates in Tucson, AZ, Santa Barbara, CA, and Corpus Christi, TX, effective September 1st.

Tucson's new CW affiliate will be KTTU-TV, owned by TEGNA. Santa Barbara's will be KCOY-TV, owned by VistaWest Media, and Corpus Christi's new CW affiliate will be KSCC-TV, owned by Sinclair.

Stations will be the exclusive home of Pac-12 College Football, NASCAR Xfinity Series Racing, WWE NXT Wrestling, and LIV Golf in their markets.

The CW Network Announces New Affiliates In Tucson, Arizona, Santa Barbara, California, And Corpus Christi, Texas | Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Stations Will be the Exclusive Home of Pac-12 College Football, NASCAR Xfinity Series Racing, WWE NXT Wrestling, and LIV Golf in Their Markets Tucson

It’s DAY ONE of and is excited to meet you! Our hiring managers from across the nation and are ready to interview you now!
Stop by booth 317 to schedule an appointment, or book here >> https://bit.ly/4cWzdOo
Nexstar is a proud sponsor of this year’s (NABJ) National Association of Black Journalists conference.

Nexstar is pleased to appoint Ellen Johnson to its Board of Directors effective October 1, 2024.

Ms. Johnson, who currently serves as Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer of Interpublic Group (IPG), will serve as an independent director and will stand for election at the 2025 annual meeting of stockholders.

“We are pleased to welcome Ellen to the Nexstar Board,” said Perry Sook, Nexstar’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “She is an integral member of IPG’s executive team with an established record of success in the advertising and marketing services industries. Her extensive leadership experience in accounting, corporate finance and information technology, combined with her expertise in all areas of ESG will be invaluable to Nexstar as we continue to advance our business and execute on the Company’s goals to enhance shareholder value.”

Following Ms. Johnson’s appointment, Nexstar will have 10 Board members, nine of whom are independent and three of whom are women.

https://www.nexstar.tv/nexstar-appoints-ellen-johnson-to-board-of-directors/

Here’s to a great week at ! Last night, and NewsNation were proud to sponsor the Student Multimedia Projects & JSHOP Welcome Reception.

NewsNation anchor Nichole Berlie and WGN TV anchor Micah Materre helped get the students pumped up for the week!

If you are attending NABJ, we’d love to meet you! Schedule your interview here >> https://bit.ly/4cWzdOo

Nexstar and its operating partner, Mission Broadcasting, Inc., have reached comprehensive multi-year agreements with Paramount to renew their CBS Television Network affiliations in 42 markets across the country, including 40 stations owned by Nexstar and two stations owned by Mission. Together, the 42 stations reach 15% of the U.S. audience, serving nearly 19 million television households.

Also, Paramount’s WBFS-TV in Miami and WKBD-TV in Detroit will become affiliates of The CW Network on September 1. The stations, both top-20 markets, will begin carrying the network’s news, primetime entertainment, live sports, and special event programming at that time.

Paramount Global and Nexstar Media Renew Affiliation Agreements | Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Multi-Year Renewal Covers CBS Affiliated Television Stations in 42 Markets Owned by Nexstar and Mission Broadcasting, Inc. Paramount-owned Stations in

Nexstar's President and Chief Operating Officer Michael Biard today joined the National Association of Broadcasters' Television Board of Directors.

https://www.nab.org/documents/newsRoom/pressRelease.asp?id=7057

What’s Hot in Paris? Daily interactive livestream will cover the happenings of France 2024 The 2024 Paris Olympics begin tomorrow, with thousands flocking to the City of Light to enjoy the games and cheer on their nation’s best athletes.

Great job, Jennifer!

KXAN’s Jennifer Sanders promoted to evening anchor KXAN announced Wednesday that midday and 4 p.m. anchor Jennifer Sanders will take over as full-time evening anchor alongside Daniel Marin.

We are one week away from in Chicago and several of our news directors from markets across the country will be there and ready to interview you!

To schedule an appointment ahead of time, please use this link: https://bit.ly/4cWzdOo

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The NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists recognized Nexstar’s KXAN Investigates with three 2024 Excellence in Journalism Awards.

KXAN News’ “OutLaw: A Half-Century Criminalizing LGBTQ+ Texans” received the special recognition Al Neuharth Award for Innovation in Investigative Journalism, as well as the Excellence in Multimedia Award in Digital, and the Excellence in Documentary Award in Broadcasting.

Through vast video and audio archive research, and extensive case analysis, KXAN Investigates explored the record number of bills filed at the Texas State Capitol in 2023 impacting the LGBTQ+ community, including why a controversial law aimed at criminalizing the LGBTQ+ community has been in Texas’ Penal Code for 50 years.

You can take a look at the docuseries here: https://www.kxan.com/outlaw/

Listen to the companion pPodcast: https://www.kxan.com/catalyst-season-6/

View Policies & Proposals / Explore the Stories page: https://www.kxan.com/outlaw/policies-and-proposals/

And take a look Inside the Investigation: https://www.kxan.com/outlaw/inside-the-investigation/

Congratulations to the team at KXAN!!

Inside the ‘OutLaw’ project: Collaboration, bias awareness and fairness How do you cover a story when you’re part of it? For LGBTQ+ journalists at KXAN, the record number of bills filed at the Texas State Capitol in 2023 restricting their community brought concerns – a…

Nexstar is pleased to announce the promotion of two experienced broadcast leaders and current Nexstar executives to VP and General Manager.

Olivia Pennington will assume responsibility for WHNT News 19 and WHDF-TV, in Huntsville, AL.

Britt Milstead will lead KLBK News - EverythingLubbock.com in Lubbock, TX, and will oversee Nexstar’s operating agreements with Mission Broadcasting, Inc., related to KAMC News.

Collectively, Ms. Pennington and Mr. Milstead have more than 40 years of broadcast leadership experience, and each is extremely familiar with Nexstar’s media operations. Both promotions are effective immediately.

https://www.nexstar.tv/nexstar-promotes-two-to-vp-and-gm-in-huntsville-and-lubbock/

Take a look at CNBC’s Jim Cramer as he explains why he's keeping an eye on Nexstar shares.

Cramer’s Stop Trading: Nexstar Media Group CNBC’s Jim Cramer explains why he is keeping an eye on shares of Nexstar Media Group Inc.

Save the dates for August 7th through 11th because we’ll be at the Asian American Journalists Association conference.

See you in Austin, Texas!

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This morning, our team had the pleasure of hosting a “Behind-the-Scenes of a Newsroom” panel chat. There’s still time to meet us! We are at the Expo until 5!

Congratulations to WTRF 7News' Sports Director Scott Nolte who will be inducted into the West Virginia Broadcasting Hall of Fame.

He's been at the station since August 1993, and has served as Sports Director since April 1996.

https://www.wtrf.com/west-virginia/scott-nolte-to-be-inducted-into-the-west-virginia-broadcasting-hall-of-fame