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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.
Scripps Networks announced five new original holiday movies set to premiere on ION and Bounce, enhancing its holiday programming. Beginning Nov. 20, the movies feature notable actors like Billy Baldwin and Vivica A. Fox. A total of nearly 200 hours of holiday content will be aired throughout the season. Highlights include titles such as 'The Case of the Christmas Diamond' and 'Dognapped: Hound for the Holidays'. This initiative aims to engage viewers with entertaining holiday stories across various platforms.
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has raised $470,000 for Hurricane Ian relief efforts. This includes $325,000 donated by viewers through the Scripps Howard Fund, which ensures funds directly aid affected communities in Florida. The company established a Hurricane Ian Employee Relief Fund, totaling $145,000, for employees impacted by the disaster. With hurricane recovery costs projected to be in the tens of billions, Scripps' initiatives aim to support long-term recovery efforts.
The Scripps Howard Fund's 2022 "If You Give a Child a Book..." campaign raised $1 million, providing 200,000 books to children nationwide. This effort targets children from low-income families, with distributions facilitated through partnerships with nonprofits and Title I schools. Since 2016, over 1 million books have been distributed. The campaign emphasizes the importance of children choosing their own books for enhanced reading enjoyment and comprehension. Additionally, a collaboration with Kellogg's "Feeding Reading" program aims to deliver more books to partner schools.
Court TV will premiere a new documentary titled "Rampage Killers" on October 2 at 9 p.m. ET. The documentary marks the fifth anniversary of the Las Vegas shooting massacre and aims to delve into the psyche of rampage killers to prevent future incidents. Featuring exclusive police footage and an interview with convicted shooter Jeffrey Wade Wallace, the documentary underscores the network's commitment to exploring the motivations behind such heinous acts. The network has recently seen a surge in viewership, particularly during the Depp vs. Heard trial.
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is merging its news resources to form a new division called Scripps News, launching on January 1. This reorganization aims to enhance national news delivery while leveraging local broadcasting strengths. Kate O'Brian will lead Scripps News, reporting to CEO Adam Symson. The division will operate from Atlanta with multiple bureaus nationwide, including in major cities like Chicago and Los Angeles. The rebranded network will continue to provide free, 24/7 national news coverage, complementing local news efforts.
Bounce is set to premiere its original series, Finding Happy, on September 24, 2022, at 8 p.m. EDT. This dramedy, centering on the Black female experience, follows protagonist Yaz Carter as she navigates her unfulfilled life, marked by family complexities and romantic challenges in Atlanta. The debut season consists of 10 episodes, showcasing Yaz's journey toward self-discovery. The show stars B. Simone and features notable actors like Kim Coles and Marketta Patrice. Executive producers include Eric C. Rhone and Cedric The Entertainer.
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will present its business strategies at the 30th annual Deutsche Bank Leveraged Finance Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona. Executives Jason Combs and Rebecca Riegelsberger will engage with investors on September 20-21, 2022, with a presentation scheduled for 8 a.m. Pacific Time on September 21. Live audio of the presentation will be available for listeners from 8 a.m. to 8:35 a.m. Pacific via the Scripps website. Scripps, a leading media company, operates 61 stations in 41 markets and delivers quality local journalism.
The E.W. Scripps Company and The Washington Post are launching a new political show titled 'Election 22: What Matters', premiering on Sept. 9, 2022. This 30-minute program will focus on key voter issues ahead of the November elections, airing weekly on Fridays at 8:30 p.m. and re-running on weekends. The show will feature insights on topics like the economy and healthcare, with reporters from various states collaborating for in-depth coverage. This collaboration aims to provide a comprehensive view of what matters to voters across the nation.
Bounce and Grit networks have launched on DIRECTV, providing new content options for subscribers. Bounce, focused on original series and films for Black audiences, airs on channel 82, while Grit showcases classic westerns on channel 81. Both networks are part of The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP). Bounce introduces new episodes of 'Johnson' at 8 p.m. ET on Sundays, with 'Finding Happy' premiering on Sept. 24. This partnership emphasizes the growing demand for diverse programming and classic genres.
VIZIO has expanded its free streaming service, WatchFree+, by adding four new channels from The E.W. Scripps Company: ION, ION Mystery, Bounce XL, and Grit Xtra. These channels will provide users with a diverse array of content, including popular dramas and thrilling investigative shows. VIZIO aims to enhance user experience by offering a wide variety of free programming without subscriptions or login requirements. This addition follows a growing relationship with Scripps, expanding the reach of their entertainment brands to millions of households across America.
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