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The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) news page on Stock Titan highlights company announcements, media programming updates, strategic actions and capital markets disclosures. Scripps describes itself as a diversified media company and one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, with more than 60 stations in over 40 U.S. markets and national brands such as Scripps News, Court TV, ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff.
News items for SSP often include updates on local station leadership, such as appointments at Scripps-owned affiliates, programming changes on national networks and new original series on Court TV. Coverage also reflects Scripps’ role in legal and true-crime reporting, with Court TV announcing primetime lineups and docuseries that revisit high-profile trials and major court cases.
Investors and media watchers can also follow Scripps Sports announcements, where the company details new and expanded partnerships with professional and college sports properties. Recent releases have described agreements that bring leagues like the Pro Cheer League and women’s professional soccer to national audiences on ION and local Scripps stations, as well as local broadcast deals for new franchises.
In addition, Scripps uses news releases to communicate about earnings call schedules, responses to unsolicited acquisition proposals, shareholder rights plans and other governance matters. By reviewing the SSP news feed, readers can see how Scripps manages its portfolio of local stations, national networks and sports rights, and how its board addresses strategic proposals and capital structure decisions over time.
CINCINNATI, April 4, 2023 – The Scripps Howard Fund celebrated its 1 millionth book donation in the "If You Give a Child a Book ..." campaign by distributing 25,000 copies of "Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea" to at-risk children. The Fund raised $1 million this year, providing 200,000 books nationwide, and surpassing 1 million books distributed since 2016. This initiative focuses on supporting literacy among children in Title 1 schools, emphasizing the importance of 10 age-appropriate books per child annually.
The new Bounce original series "Act Your Age" premiered on March 4, 2023, and drew in 2.14 million viewers, making it the most-watched half-hour series launch in Bounce history. The series features a storyline about three successful women in their 50s navigating life changes together. Starring Kym Whitley, Tisha Campbell, and Yvette Nicole Brown, the show airs weekly on Saturdays at 8 PM ET and will consist of 16 episodes, split into two parts. Its initial success is significant for Bounce's programming strategy and audience engagement.
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) reported fourth-quarter 2022 revenue of $681 million, up 9.4% year-over-year, and segment profit of $204 million, a 21% increase. Growth was driven by political advertising and distribution revenues. Scripps plans a reorganization expected to save at least $40 million annually. Key developments included the launch of Scripps Sports and the incorporation of the Scripps News unit. Local Media revenues rose to $433 million, boosted by a record $106 million in political revenue. However, Scripps Networks revenue fell 9.2% due to macroeconomic challenges. Looking ahead, Local Media revenue is projected to decline in early 2023.
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has nominated Raymundo H. Granado and Monica O. Holcomb for election to its board of directors.
Granado, a private investor and philanthropist, has been involved in social impact initiatives, while Holcomb has directed the Scripps Family Impact Fund since its inception. They will replace Anne La Dow and Michael Scagliotti, who are stepping down after several years on the board.
The election will take place at the Scripps shareholder annual meeting on May 1. The board's size is expected to remain at 11 members.
Court TV has announced the return of its popular true-crime series, "Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall", for a second season starting February 19 at 9 PM ET. The series will feature 24 new episodes exploring compelling murder cases from the perspectives of those involved, including family and law enforcement. Notable cases include "Burning Jealousy" and "Mommy Dearest". Tamron Hall, a Daytime Emmy Award-winning host, emphasizes the series’ focus on the emotional impact of crime. The show is part of Court TV's extensive legal programming, which is available in 97% of U.S. homes.
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will announce its fourth-quarter 2022 operating results before the market opens on February 24, 2023.
A conference call with senior management will follow at 9:30 a.m. Eastern time on the same day, accessible via webcast or by phone at (844) 867-6169 (U.S.) and (409) 207-6975 (international) with access code 4229660.
A replay will be available from 1:30 p.m. Eastern time on February 24 until midnight on March 24, with replay numbers (866) 207-1041 (domestic) and (402) 970-0847 (international) using access code 3388176.
Bounce has announced the premiere of its new original series, Act Your Age, in partnership with MGM. The show will debut on March 4, 2023, at 8 p.m. ET, featuring back-to-back episodes. This multi-camera comedy showcases three women in their 50s navigating personal crossroads in life. Starring Kym Whitley and Tisha Campbell, with Yvette Nicole Brown as a guest star, the series blends humor with relatable themes. It will consist of two parts across 16 episodes, with the first half airing weekly in spring and the latter in summer. Episodes will also be available on Brown Sugar, Bounce's streaming service, following their TV premieres.
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has announced a multi-year distribution partnership with YouTube TV, launching networks ION, Bounce, and Scripps News as part of the base offering. This partnership enhances YouTube TV's service, which already includes Court TV, with potential future additions like Grit and ION Mystery. Subscribers will soon access Bounce's new original series, "Act Your Age," premiering in March. Scripps operates 61 stations across 41 markets, focusing on quality journalism and diverse entertainment options, reaching nearly all Americans through its national news and entertainment channels.
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National News Literacy Week will be held from Jan. 23-27, 2023, aiming to combat misinformation and build trust in news. According to the Edelman Trust Barometer, only 39% of American adults trust media, down from 45% in 2021. Events will include discussions led by newsroom leaders from top outlets, focusing on transparency and media accountability. Co-presented by the News Literacy Project and Scripps, the initiative seeks to enhance news literacy in the U.S.
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