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What Is The Real Reason Behind Jimmy Kimmel's Firing? Nexstar-Tegna Merger And FCC Threat Explained
ABC has suspended Jimmy Kimmel indefinitely after his remarks about the shooting of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk sparked backlash. The move comes as a 22-year-old suspect faces murder charges in Kirk’s killing.
With the announced sale of 10TV, two companies may own Central Ohio's four commercial television stations by the end of 2026.
As part of a $6.2 billion acquisition of rival Tegna, Nexstar will take over longtime local CBS affiliate KFMB along with its secondary CW broadcast.
UPDATED, 5:26 PM: The two largest station groups, Nexstar and Sinclair, wielded their influence over ABC ‘s decision to pull Jimmy Kimmel ‘s show from its ABC stations.
Nexstar executives announced the late-night show would be pulled after Kimmel’s “offensive and insensitive” comments about Charlie Kirk.
The Five’ co-hosts break down the relationship between free speech and employment following Nexstar’s suspension of ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’
You may not be too familiar with Nexstar CEO Perry Sook. But he and his company are a big reason Kimmel is off the air.