Eat News 4745 Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Could this be a sign Fox is going to put KICU in the spectrum auction? Of all the SF stations, it has one of the highest values on the FCC list. KTVU Plus on 2.2 or 2.3 makes way more sense than KTVU Plus on 36, IMHO. Seems like that'd be confusing to viewers. Well I don't think FOX needs spectrum auction cash like some others do, and I would fester a guess that the viewership via the cable channel is much greater then the sub-channel would be. My guess is they are just going to "dual image" KTVU and KICU. Not more news or really anything different. Just more consolidation in graphics and places where you can save money. Somebody elsewhere floated the thought that it may be a news intensive thing. Right now there is no indication of that in any way, shape or form. It will not be the new home of the KTVU Castaways. 6 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149302 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAVY 10 Fan 233 Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 WVEC releases the official retirement announcements for Joe Flanagan and Velma Scaife http://vartv.com/pdf/WVEC_2016_04_15.pdf (Flanagan) http://vartv.com/pdf/WVEC2_2016_04_15.pdf (Scaife) Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149311 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eat News 4745 Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 WVEC releases the official retirement announcements for Joe Flanagan and Velma Scaife http://vartv.com/pdf/WVEC_2016_04_15.pdf (Flanagan) http://vartv.com/pdf/WVEC2_2016_04_15.pdf (Scaife) I'm gonna build me a city called "Old News City" and fill it full of Tegna retirees and all the rest of the washed up and disrespected news men and women. Every night will be awards night...rubber chicken dinners and all. Major news story re-enactments, story time with Uncle George. We will have a weather club for all the old weather people. We will allow drinking, smoking and swearing. We will bury you with your Emmy. Die with what little respect you still have left. 2 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149324 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LexTVandRadio 418 Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 Another WLEX meteorologist is headed down to Tampa and WFLA. They are two meteorologist short. https://www.facebook.com/IanOliverWX/posts/1044798952252187:0 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149357 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thundershock MN 169 Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 I still think it's a joke. Who's Twitter posted it? Link? Why wouldn't they put KTVU Plus on 2.2? Wouldn't other FOX O&Os follow suit? Could this be a sign Fox is going to put KICU in the spectrum auction? Of all the SF stations, it has one of the highest values on the FCC list. KTVU Plus on 2.2 or 2.3 makes way more sense than KTVU Plus on 36, IMHO. Seems like that'd be confusing to viewers. Is it anymore confusing than "KQED Plus" (KQEH) on channel 54? If Bay Area viewers can figure out the difference between KQED and "KQED Plus" I don't think they'd have an issue with KTVU and a "KTVU Plus" (KICU) on channel 36. And, yes I am aware that KQED and KQEH simulcast each others signals. Also, they could just "neighborhood" all their channels under a common virtual channel number, like say 2. It's not like they don't have a pair of sister stations doing that or anything. As to the spectrum auction question. I don't see it. "Worse case scenario" they participate and channel share with themselves. So, they'd still keep the KICU license and virtual channel assignment. It would be ridiculously stupid (for anyone) to surrender the license and just move the programming to a subchannel if you have a duopoly in the market. You could accomplish the same thing by channel sharing with yourself and keep the benefits that come with keeping the license. Well I don't think FOX needs spectrum auction cash like some others do, and I would fester a guess that the viewership via the cable channel is much greater then the sub-channel would be. My guess is they are just going to "dual image" KTVU and KICU. Not more news or really anything different. Just more consolidation in graphics and places where you can save money. Somebody elsewhere floated the thought that it may be a news intensive thing. Right now there is no indication of that in any way, shape or form. It will not be the new home of the KTVU Castaways. I think you nailed it. It's a new branding/imaging to align the two stations. Oddly, and this is more to TVNewsLover's question above. But, I'm not sure any other Fox O&O could pull off the "[Call Letter] Plus" branding. Fox for pretty much it's entire history has de-emphasized Call Letters in favor of "Fox [number]" branding. The fact that the KTVU calls still hold value and that Fox apparently sees that kind of speaks volumes to the KTVU brand. But, I do have one question. Is it safe to assume that MyNetworkTV will be staying on KRON? The affiliation agreement is/was up in Aug./Sept. of this year. It seems odd for Fox to hold out this long, not move MNT to their station and choose to re-brand KICU as "KTVU Plus". I suppose they could still have MNT programming even with the "KTVU Plus" branding. But, The timing seems odd...you know what mean. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149358 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriangleTriadMediaNews 267 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 WDCW's new 10pm newscast debuts tomorrow night. I gotta say I'm excited for this, thankfully it's not going to be one of those "Newsfix" or "News w/ a Twist" type shows. It'll be interesting to see how local Tribune is going to make this, especially with it being produced from WTVR's studios down in Richmond. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149371 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breaking News 825 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 WXYZ/ Detroit News Director Dave Manney out. (Newsblues has him going to WNBC) @ns8401 How do you feel about this and what's going on at Broadcast House? Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149389 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ns8401 941 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 [QUOTE="Breaking News, post: 155230, member: 2334"]WXYZ/ Detroit News Director Dave Manney out. (Newsblues has him going to WNBC) @ns8401 How do you feel about this and what's going on at Broadcast House?[/QUOTE] He came from WNBC, He'll be their investigative EP. He was their managing editor. He only lasted 2 years and 4 months... The product got way way better, the ratings sunk... Go figure. The garbage WJBK puts out works in this lousy market. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149393 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriangleTriadMediaNews 267 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 My thoughts/observations on DCW50's new 10pm news (so far) They're using CBS6's main set and graphics, obviously using a DCW50 logo, though. "Top 10 at Ten": Top ten stories in the first ten mins of the show, however the graphic kept on the left of the screen is obnoxious. Overall, I think this will be a refreshing alternative to FOX5 and News Channel 8, given time I think this could gain some sort of traction and hopefully develop into an hour-long show all from DC and eventually a morning newscast as well. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149433 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Muck 4366 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 Could this be a sign Fox is going to put KICU in the spectrum auction? Of all the SF stations, it has one of the highest values on the FCC list. KTVU Plus on 2.2 or 2.3 makes way more sense than KTVU Plus on 36, IMHO. Seems like that'd be confusing to viewers. It smells more of, "we want to retire the Cox-era 'TV-36' brand, but KRON is holding onto MyTV for dear life, so ehhh... 'KTVU Plus.'" 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149440 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jterry 43 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 WHBQ sports director Matt Stark is leaving the station at the end of May after stating his position has been "eliminated" https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=1263251517036167 Naturally that phrasing makes one wonder if this means that Cox is eliminating WHBQ's sports department entirely. Stark had been with WHBQ since 2001. He is looking to continue in the Memphis area so best of luck to him in finding a new venture. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149457 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TennTV1983 804 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 WHBQ sports director Matt Stark is leaving the station at the end of May after stating his position has been "eliminated" Naturally that phrasing makes one wonder if this means that Cox is eliminating WHBQ's sports department entirely. Stark had been with WHBQ since 2001. He is looking to continue in the Memphis area so best of luck to him in finding a new venture. Either that or they've decided to outsource its sports coverage to a local radio station (most likely to WHBQ-AM). 2 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149458 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breaking News 825 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 Out: Michael Strahan leaving "Live" Kelly & Michael for GMA http://www.broadcastingcable.com/news/distribution/michael-strahan-leaving-live-good-morning-america/155734 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149465 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TVNewsLover 777 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 Out: Michael Strahan leaving "Live" Kelly & Michael for GMA http://www.broadcastingcable.com/news/distribution/michael-strahan-leaving-live-good-morning-america/155734 No biggie, but just an FYI, there is an ongoing discussion about this in the GMA thread in the Network News forum. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149469 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breaking News 825 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 No biggie, but just an FYI, there is an ongoing discussion about this in the GMA thread in the Network News forum. Yeah, I did check it out, but still listed on the out section here....Any thoughts about this move for Michael & GMA? Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149471 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatSowislander 52 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 Longtime WGBA ND/main anchor Bob Healy will soon leave the station after about 16 years to head to Montana. http://www.ftvlive.com/todays-news/2016/4/17/out-the-door-in-green-bay Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149476 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRob 937 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 WDCW's new 10pm newscast debuts tomorrow night. I gotta say I'm excited for this, thankfully it's not going to be one of those "Newsfix" or "News w/ a Twist" type shows. It'll be interesting to see how local Tribune is going to make this, especially with it being produced from WTVR's studios down in Richmond. 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149513 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriangleTriadMediaNews 267 Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 [ATTACH=full]2782[/ATTACH] I can't stand the sidebar graphic, it reminds me of ESPN. 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149531 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidwestTV 1232 Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 Petty drama is petty. http://www.ftvlive.com/todays-news/2016/4/19/kc-traffic-reporter-pulls-sexy-video-emails-ftvlive Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149533 Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnya2k6 171 Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 http://www.11alive.com/news/local/11alives-lost-on-the-line-investigation-wins-peabody/143107488 Now each of Atlanta's Big Three have Peabodys; WAGA won theirs in 1982 (for their "Paradise Saved" documentary) and 1999 (for "Singled Out" (absolutely no relation to the MTV game show)) and WSB's was in 1986 ("The Boy King" TV movie). 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149541 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daybreak 288 Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 Petty drama is petty. http://www.ftvlive.com/todays-news/2016/4/19/kc-traffic-reporter-pulls-sexy-video-emails-ftvlive I couldn't agree more. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149560 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TVNewsLover 777 Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 Petty drama is petty. http://www.ftvlive.com/todays-news/2016/4/19/kc-traffic-reporter-pulls-sexy-video-emails-ftvlive http://www.ftvlive.com/todays-news-1/2016/4/20/kc-station-hires-traffic-reporters-doppelgnger I used to enjoy reading this website, however, I've become disgusted as of late. First, he posted video of the child of a WFOR producer a while back. You leave family, particularly minor children, out of your stories. No ifs, ands, or buts. Then when the Wendy Bell story broke, there was a story about her almost everyday for many days straight. Now, his new obsession is Kacie McDonnell. He doesn't like when they question him and instead posts their emails (which I'm sure he cuts and pastes to his benefit). Like I said, I used to enjoy reading his website, however, I think he has become a mean bully who has no boundaries as far as crossing the line. 3 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149561 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRob 937 Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 I can't stand the sidebar graphic, it reminds me of ESPN. That particular night, they only used the sidebar graphic in the first block. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149565 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatSowislander 52 Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 Petty drama is petty. http://www.ftvlive.com/todays-news/2016/4/19/kc-traffic-reporter-pulls-sexy-video-emails-ftvlive Ahh, KSHB. Just another day for them. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149569 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRolyPoly 2393 Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 Ahh, KSHB. Just another day for them. And someway somehow, TheRob is laughing at it because his station is #1 in KC. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/16860-out-about/page/158/#findComment-149571 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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