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A new media network just launched in the Philadelphia region — but what is it, really? The Fideri News Network brings together suburban news sites, lifestyle platforms, and even radio under one banner. Promoted as a fresh model for local journalism, the announcement sparked plenty of buzz — and questions. In this week’s E&P Reports, Mike Blinder sits down with Fideri’s leadership to cut through the release language and get answers: How is the network structured? What audiences is it really built to serve? And can it move the needle for local journalism — or is it just another rebrand? 🎧 Watch/Listen to the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/ee2Wz3Zw We’d love to hear your take: does this kind of consolidation help rebuild local journalism, or does it risk muddying the waters even further? #LocalNews #Journalism #NewsMedia #MediaInnovation

“The U.S. Tennis Association’s request that broadcasters ‘refrain from showcasing any disruptions to the President's attendance in any capacity’ was an embarrassment. This is not North Korea or Russia, and it is not ABC’s, ESPN’s or any other...

• Boos of Donald Trump heard on ABC's broadcast of US Open • Howard Stern is NOT leaving SiriusXM, at least for now, after elaborate prank • Appeals court upholds E. Jean Carroll’s $83.3 million defamation judgment against President Trump • Newsmax lawsuit against Fox News is dismissed • And more ... https://lnkd.in/e62mQkgs

OpenAI, Google and Anthropic all reversed user privacy protections in August, exposing media companies using free AI tools to data surveillance, law enforcement reporting and permanent training data retention unless users actively opt out.

CBS News says it is changing its policy on how it airs interviews with top government officials following complaints from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who accused the network of selectively editing footage of her recent interview.

📺 The Paper has premiered on Peacock — a newsroom mockumentary from Greg Daniels (The Office). Ahead of the debut, E&P asked industry leaders what they expected: Would the show lean into stereotypes, or could it shine a light on the real challenges and personalities inside a local newsroom? Now we want to hear from you: Did the first episode get it right? Or did it miss the mark for those who know the business best? Read more here:  https://lnkd.in/e2An9dqd #LocalNews #ThePaper #Peacock #MediaIndustry #Journalism

Skydance’s Paramount is bringing employees back to the office five days a week, beginning in January. Staff members have less than two weeks to sign on to the new schedule or start talking severance.

• PBS to cut 15% of its staff • Brenham Banner-Press announces sale to South Texas News • Paramount calls employees back to office five days a week • Knight Foundation appoints Amalie Nash as vice president of journalism • And more ... https://lnkd.in/e62mQkgs

From flood control to insurance costs, a weather beat reporter can connect the dots between daily forecasts and local accountability.

• Scripps agrees to sell WFTX in Fort Myers-Naples to Sun Broadcasting for $40 million • Better Newspapers, Inc. sells 15 Illinois, Missouri papers to Paxton Media Group • The Lawton Constitution announces sale to Hilliary Communications • And more ... https://lnkd.in/e62mQkgs