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The article discusses the recent conflict between networks and affiliates over the airing of Jimmy Kimmel's show, highlighting how Nexstar and Sinclair temporarily pulled the show in protest of comments made by Kimmel, and the broader implications for the future of local TV, network-affiliate relations, and industry power dynamics.
TV station owners Sinclair and Nexstar have reinstated Jimmy Kimmel's show on ABC stations after a week-long ban caused by controversial comments he made about Charlie Kirk's murder and political figures, highlighting the influence of network and local station dynamics and ongoing debates over free speech.
Jimmy Kimmel's show is returning to Nexstar and Sinclair's ABC affiliates after being blacked out for over a week, amid ongoing debates over free speech and broadcaster independence, with Sinclair and Nexstar emphasizing their decisions were made independently and without government pressure.
Nexstar and Sinclair have restored Jimmy Kimmel's show to their local TV stations after a suspension caused by controversial remarks he made about the killing of Charlie Kirk, highlighting ongoing tensions over free speech and political influence in media.
The local TV station boycott of ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live! is ending as Nexstar and Sinclair, major station owners, announced they would no longer preempt the show, citing feedback from viewers and community concerns, despite earlier pressure and controversy surrounding the show's content and its suspension.
Nexstar Media Group announced that 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' will return to its ABC-affiliated stations starting tonight, emphasizing its commitment to local broadcasting, the First Amendment, and community-specific content, amidst ongoing discussions with Disney.
Some broadcasters owned by Nexstar and Sinclair are pausing or boycotting advertising on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' following controversial remarks by Kimmel, leading to consumer protests, advertiser withdrawals, and potential impacts on revenue and free speech debates.
ABC is bringing Kimmel back to air, but some station owners, including Nexstar and Sinclair, are boycotting his show in several markets such as D.C., Seattle, and Nashville, by continuing to preempt it.
Nexstar and Sinclair, two major U.S. broadcast station owners, announced they will not resume airing 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on their ABC affiliates following ABC's decision to bring the show back, citing ongoing discussions and political controversies surrounding the show. The move affects over 25% of ABC's affiliates nationwide, with the companies opting to air other programming instead.
Nexstar and Sinclair TV stations will not air 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' after Disney resumed the show following controversial comments by Kimmel, with Nexstar citing concerns over respectful dialogue and community standards amid political tensions and FCC scrutiny.
Jimmy Kimmel's return to ABC's late-night show is met with a boycott from major local station owners Nexstar and Sinclair, who are pre-empting the show due to past remarks about the Trump administration, leading to a significant impasse between the networks and station groups.
Sinclair and Nexstar are continuing to pre-empt 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on their ABC affiliate stations despite ABC's plans to bring the show back, amid ongoing discussions and regulatory considerations related to their station transactions and controversy over Kimmel's comments.
Nexstar and Sinclair are preempting Jimmy Kimmel Live! on their stations in response to comments made by Kimmel, citing concerns over respectful dialogue and political tensions. Nexstar's stations will focus on local news, and Sinclair has also decided not to broadcast the show, amid broader political and regulatory debates involving the FCC and media consolidation.
Nexstar Media Group announced that its ABC-affiliated stations will continue to preempt 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' following controversial comments by Kimmel, while the show remains accessible via Disney streaming platforms. Nexstar emphasizes its commitment to respectful dialogue and local programming.
Nexstar and Sinclair Broadcast Group have decided not to air Jimmy Kimmel's return to TV, replacing his show with news programming on 66 ABC stations they own, citing concerns over his comments and ongoing discussions with ABC about the show's return. Despite Disney's decision to resume the show after a suspension, the preemption affects a significant portion of ABC's audience due to station ownership by these groups.