Nexstar-Tegna Merger Approved Amid Antitrust Lawsuits

Nearly 70% of Americans get their news from local television. But what happens when “local” becomes increasingly controlled by fewer and fewer hands? The Federal Communications Commission’s recent approval of Nexstar’s $6.2 billion acquisition of Tegna, even as eight states mount legal challenges, isn’t just a business deal – it’s a pivotal moment that could … Read more

Live Nation & Ticketmaster: Settlement Avoids Breakup

Live Nation Settlement: A Crack in the Concert Monopoly, or a Carefully Orchestrated Pause? The live entertainment industry breathed a collective, albeit cautious, sigh of relief this week as Live Nation Entertainment reached a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice. While headlines proclaimed the avoidance of a potentially seismic breakup of the ticketing giant … Read more