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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.
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will announce its fourth-quarter 2020 operating results before the market opens on Feb. 26, 2021. A conference call with senior management is scheduled for the same day at 9:30 a.m. Eastern time, with a live webcast available at ir.scripps.com. Additionally, a virtual investor presentation will take place on March 3, 2021, from 10 a.m. to noon. A replay of the conference call will be accessible until March 12. Scripps is a leading media company operating 61 TV stations in 41 markets.
Bounce has announced the world premiere of Saints & Sinners: Judgment Day on February 14 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. This film serves as a bridge to the fifth season of the series, set to debut on April 11 at the same time. The storyline revolves around Mayor Ella Johnson, who faces severe challenges after being arrested for murder, highlighting themes of power and family loyalty.
The film will be available on Bounce’s streaming service, Brown Sugar, the day after its premiere. A binge-viewing marathon of the first four seasons will occur on April 8.
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is set to host a virtual investor presentation on March 3, 2021, featuring President and CEO Adam Symson and key executives. The event will focus on growth strategies and the company's evolution into a significant local and national television broadcaster. Attendees will gain insights into the new national networks business, local media growth trends, and Scripps' financial outlook. Registration is required, and a replay will be accessible from March 4 at www.scripps.com.
The Scripps Howard Foundation, part of The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), donated $9 million in charitable gifts in 2020, focusing on COVID-19 relief and supporting employees financially impacted by the pandemic. Key contributions included $2.5 million for COVID-19 relief programs, $1.1 million for employee assistance, and $3.2 million for journalism education initiatives. The Foundation also promoted childhood literacy with $925,000 and engaged in community giving amounting to $1.3 million. Overall, the foundation emphasized its commitment to community support and journalism excellence during challenging times.
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The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has appointed Jon Marks as Chief Research Officer for its national television networks, effective immediately. With over 35 years of experience, Marks will oversee planning and execution of multi-platform research to enhance content, marketing, distribution, and advertising. He has previously worked with major companies such as NBCUniversal and Turner Entertainment Networks. This leadership change aims to strengthen Scripps' strategy in the evolving media landscape, as emphasized by COO Jonathan Katz.
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has appointed Michael Teicher as the chief revenue officer for its national television networks, effective January 19, 2021. With over 30 years of experience, Teicher previously held executive roles at 20th Television and Warner Bros. Domestic TV Distribution, overseeing popular syndicated shows. He will develop the ad sales strategy across all platforms and report to COO Jonathan Katz. Scripps, a diversified media company, operates 60 stations and multiple national networks.
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will start migrating its multicast networks—Bounce, Court TV, Court TV Mystery, Grit, and Laff—to its newly acquired ION stations from March 1, 2021. This transition aligns with the expiration of affiliation agreements over the next five years. Concurrently, Scripps will reduce its workforce by approximately 120 jobs as part of cost-saving measures related to the ION acquisition. The company anticipates exceeding its initial synergy estimates of $500 million over the next six years, enhancing its operational efficiencies.
Court TV will premiere a special titled "I Can't Breathe" on January 17 at 9:00 p.m. ET, focusing on the life and death of George Floyd. The hour-long program will detail Floyd's life, his tragic death, and the subsequent national movement for racial justice. It lays the groundwork for the upcoming trials of the four police officers charged in his case, set to begin in March. Exclusive interviews and contributions from community activists will be included, providing comprehensive coverage of this pivotal event.
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is collaborating with the News Literacy Project to launch a national public awareness campaign during the second annual National News Literacy Week, from January 25-29. This initiative aims to promote news literacy as a vital life skill amidst the rise of misinformation. The campaign features a public service announcement and various activities, including quizzes and events like NewsLitCamp. Major media partners are joining in to amplify the campaign's reach, addressing the critical need for discerning fact from misinformation in today's media landscape.