Sinclair Joins Streaming War With Launch of Free TV Service ‘STIRR’
The rollout of the service begins with 20 networks, including Cheddar and the Dove Channel, with plans to grow to more than 50 channels by year end. Users can also access national and local news channels where Sinclair has existing stations
Bob Costas Splits with NBC but Not Retiring
The 66-year old sportscaster has reached an agreement to end his time at NBC, but will continue work at MLB Network and pursue other projects.
Union Files Unfair Labor Practice Complaint Against Seattle’s KUOW
SAG-AFTRA has filed an unfair labor practice complaint against NPR news/talk KUOW regarding the dismissal of seven employees in April 2018.
Chuck’s Classics, featuring Kay Starr
Kay had two #1 hits: Wheel of Fortune (1951) and Rock and Roll Waltz (1955)/ Billie Holiday said Kay was the “only white woman who could sing the blues
WEDNESDAY in Broadcast History .. Jan. 16th
The pioneering sci-fi series ‘The Outer Limits’ aired for the final time on ABC-TV.
CBS-TV’s Ed Sulllivan Show featured songs by Mike Douglas and The Lettermen, with comedy by impressionist Frank Gorshin, and Vancouver’s Mimi Hines teamed with husband Phil Ford.
After 15 years in the spot Terry Reid left the QM/FM morning show.
Five years after he retired polls declared CBS anchorman emeritus Walter Cronkite to STILL be the ‘most trusted man in America.’
And America’s 6th national TV network UPN (Universal-Paramount Network) began telecasting.
ALL the milestones for Jan. 16th INSIDE.
Netflix Announces its Biggest US Streaming Price Boost Ever
The company’s standard plan in the US, which had cost $11 per month, will now set you back $13 per month. Its premium option, which doubles the number of screens you can watch Netflix programming on
will now cost $16 per month, up from $14.
Stingray Launches 96.5 The Breeze in Halifax
"On Thursday, January 17th, a warm new breeze will arrive in Halifax as Stingray launches 96.5 The Breeze…Halifax’s Relaxing Favourites."
