Welcome to our dedicated page for Sinclair news (Ticker: SBGI), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Sinclair stock.
Sinclair, Inc. (NASDAQ: SBGI) generates a steady flow of news as a diversified media company active in broadcasting, local news, sports, multicast networks, and digital content. The Sinclair news feed on Stock Titan brings together company-issued updates, financial announcements, programming developments, and community initiatives drawn from its broad portfolio of media assets.
Investors and media observers can find financial and corporate news such as quarterly earnings results, dividend declarations, leverage and liquidity updates, and details on station portfolio optimization and partner station transactions. These items are often accompanied by Form 8-K filings that summarize results of operations, capital structure changes, and other material events.
Sinclair also issues programming and network performance news related to its multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest, as well as Tennis Channel. Company releases describe ratings milestones, distribution expansions, and schedule changes that highlight how genre-focused programming in crime procedurals, science fiction and fantasy, and contemporary comedy is performing across key demographics and distribution platforms, including vMVPDs.
Through AMP Media and AMP Sports, Sinclair publishes updates on original podcasts and sports content, including shows like “Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard” and college football podcasts tied to major programs. News items may cover new seasons, live fan events, sponsorship arrangements, and partnerships with organizations such as Athletes First.
Additional coverage includes community and educational initiatives, such as the Sinclair Scholarship program for students pursuing media careers and campaigns like Sinclair Cares. For readers tracking SBGI, this news page offers a centralized view of how the company’s broadcasting, sports, and digital operations evolve over time. Bookmark this feed to monitor the latest company press releases, ratings highlights, programming moves, and corporate disclosures connected to Sinclair’s diversified media footprint.
Sinclair has achieved a historic milestone as the first broadcast company authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to fly drones over people and moving vehicles without requiring a waiver for newsgathering purposes.
The company's Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) program, established in 2016, currently operates in 50 newsrooms nationwide with 148 FAA certified pilots and 540 trained visual observers, having completed over 40,000 logged flights. All drone pilots undergo extensive training at Virginia Tech's Mid-Atlantic Aviation Partnership (MAAP), an FAA-designated UAS test site.
This authorization enables Sinclair to operate specially modified drones under strict safety protocols, enhancing their ability to cover breaking news, local events, weather, and community stories. The company has conducted community outreach meetings in each market where they operate drones, engaging with various stakeholders including first responders and local government agencies.
Leading ATSC 3.0 technology providers will showcase a cloud-native NextGen TV demonstration at NAB 2025 in Las Vegas on a special Sinclair broadcast channel. The demonstration highlights a complete cloud-based broadcast system featuring Ateme Titan Live encoder, ENENSYS MediaCast ATSC 3.0 packager, and ENENSYS SmartGate broadcast schedulers/gateways, all deployed within AWS Virtual Private Cloud.
The system will broadcast 4K Advanced HDR content, Sinclair's KSNV Las Vegas programming, and various Sinclair national diginets. This initiative supports the industry's goal of transitioning to ATSC 3.0 and sunsetting ATSC 1.0 in the top 55 markets by February 2028 and industry-wide by February 2030.
The cloud-based solution offers preconfigured broadcast air chains that reduce capital investment and deployment time, while maintaining broadcast-grade quality and reliability through AWS tools and ENENSYS StreamProbe monitoring.
Sinclair and ONE Media Technologies are set to participate in the 2025 NAB Show in Las Vegas from April 5-9. The companies will showcase various ATSC 3.0 features at ATSC's NAB booth (W3056), including:
- 4K Advanced HDR video
- Advanced Emergency Alerting capabilities
- Broadspan Data Distribution platform
- Broadcaster Application for NextGen TV features
CEO Chris Ripley will join executives from Scripps, Gray, and Nexstar for a fireside chat on April 7 at 2PM PT to discuss EdgeBeam Wireless, , a joint venture focused on wireless data services. The company will also present updates on ATSC 3.0's role in providing backup GPS services through eLORAN technology.
WBFF/FOX 45, WJLA and The Baltimore Sun have announced an expansion of their 'Spotlight on Maryland' investigative journalism initiative. The collaboration will add up to 20 additional investigative reporters across multiple platforms, significantly enhancing coverage of critical issues affecting Maryland citizens.
The partnership will leverage WJLA's investigative resources in Washington, DC to cover stories from Montgomery and Prince George's Counties. The initiative focuses on accountability journalism, investigating topics such as:
- Government oversight
- Corruption
- Wasteful spending
- Lack of transparency
The expanded coverage will be available across social, digital, broadcast, and print platforms. The initiative combines The Baltimore Sun's investigative expertise with FOX 45's in-depth journalism commitment, creating the largest team of investigative reporters in the region.
Sinclair Inc. (NASDAQ: SBGI) announced that Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Lucy Rutishauser will retire after her successor is appointed. The company has initiated a search for her replacement, considering both internal and external candidates.
Rutishauser, who has been with Sinclair since 1998, will transition to a senior advisory role following her retirement. During her tenure, she helped navigate the company through multiple industry consolidations, the Great Recession, the pandemic, and a cybersecurity ransomware incident. Most recently, she completed a comprehensive $4 billion restructuring of the company's balance sheet.
As CFO since January 2017, Rutishauser has received numerous industry recognitions and currently serves on multiple boards and advisory councils. Sinclair operates 185 television stations in 86 markets, owns Tennis Channel, and manages several multicast networks.
Sinclair has appointed Valeria Riccioli as Director of Content for The National News Desk, where she will oversee content strategy and audience engagement. Riccioli brings nearly two decades of experience, previously serving as Vice President of Talent at Newsmax and spending 15 years at FOX News Media.
The National News Desk, launched in 2021, delivers comprehensive national, regional, and local news coverage through Sinclair's extensive network of local stations. The platform has expanded to air on more than 80 stations nationwide, offering morning, evening, late-night, and weekend newscasts. Content is available free of charge across Sinclair news websites, TheNationalDesk.com, and YouTube.
Sinclair has announced a partnership with The Salvation Army to launch 'Sinclair Cares: From Homeless to Hope', a nationwide initiative focused on raising awareness about homelessness. The campaign will run from March 17-23, featuring special content across Sinclair's newscasts.
The initiative includes a 30-minute special airing on March 22-23 (available on stations' websites from March 19) highlighting homelessness realities through personal stories. The campaign will showcase The Salvation Army's work in providing emergency shelters, transitional housing, and financial assistance for families at risk of eviction.
The program will be supported through public service campaigns across Sinclair's owned and operated television stations, aiming to connect people with resources and inspire community action through volunteering, donations, and advocacy.
Sinclair (NASDAQ: SBGI) has appointed David Todd Bailey as Vice President and General Manager of KTXS in Abilene, TX. Bailey, who began his media career at KTXS 25 years ago as an Account Executive, returns to the station with extensive sales leadership experience across Texas markets.
Bailey's previous roles include Station Manager at KTEN in Sherman and Sales Manager at KETK and KFXK in Tyler. He also established an advertising agency offering full-service media solutions. Rob Weisbord, COO and President of Local Media, highlighted Bailey's deep understanding of Texas markets and proven sales track record as key factors in his appointment.
Sinclair operates 185 television stations across 86 markets, affiliated with major broadcast networks. The company's portfolio includes Tennis Channel, multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD/ROAR, and The Nest, with content distributed through various platforms including NewsON, the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content.
Sinclair (NASDAQ: SBGI) has appointed Joseph Tracy as Vice President and General Manager of two Iowa stations - KDSM in Des Moines and KGAN in Cedar Rapids. Tracy, a University of Notre Dame graduate, returns to Sinclair with extensive industry experience, having previously served as General Sales Manager at WTVX in West Palm Beach.
Tracy's career includes leadership roles across multiple stations nationwide, with expertise in sales and station management. His appointment aims to strengthen Sinclair's presence in Iowa's largest markets, focusing on revenue growth and community engagement through initiatives like AMP Sales & Marketing Solutions and AMP Media platforms.
Sinclair operates 185 television stations across 86 markets, owns Tennis Channel, and provides multiple content delivery platforms including NewsON, the largest streaming aggregator of local news content.
Sinclair (NASDAQ: SBGI) announced the rebranding of TBD TV to ROAR, effective April 28, marking a strategic shift towards comedy-focused programming. The rebranding follows a Q4 2023 initiative to differentiate from traditional sitcom-based multicast networks.
The network has secured key programming including Saturday Night Live, Whose Line is it Anyway, Key & Peele and Punk'd, along with distribution upgrades in major markets through FOX owned stations. ROAR achieved record-breaking performance in February 2025, with 42% year-over-year growth across all demographics. Their SNL 50th Anniversary celebration attracted 3.2 million viewers.
ROAR will be available free over-the-air and through major streaming platforms. Sinclair owns and operates 185 television stations in 86 markets, along with other channels including Tennis Channel, Comet, CHARGE!, and The Nest.