White House Enemy's List Oct 27, 2009
"In addition to ousting a CIA agent whose husband wrote a column criticizing the administration ("Plamegate"), I recall the Bush white house constantly complaining about the Iraq war coverage. "The American people are not getting the full story about the progress we are making in Iraq," White House spokesman Scott McClellan said Tuesday. In an interview with Hearst-Argyle television stations, President Bush said, "There's a sense that people in America aren't getting the truth. " ". (New Iberia, LA)
Peabody Awards Issues Call for Entries & Welcomes Four New Board Members Sep 23, 2009
Fred Young recently retired as senior vice president for news at Hearst-Argyle Television. In 2009 he received the prestigious 2009 Paul White Award from the Radio-Television News Directors Association. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
OMVC to Showcase Mobile DTV Services and Consumer Devices at Capitol Hill Event Jul 29, 2009
Hearst Argyle Television, Inc.. Sunbeam Television Corp.. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Livin Lovin might improve in CCA Oaks Jul 24, 2009
According to a NYRA release, McClain boasts a 20-year track record in media finance and operations and since 2004 has served as vice president of finance for Hearst-Argyle Television Inc., a publicly traded group operator of 29 local television stations. McClain holds a master's degree in business administration from the Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration and a bachelor's degree in economics from Brown University. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Hearst to Purchase Outstanding Shares of Hearst-Argyle Television Jun 4, 2009
NEW YORK Hearst Corp., owner of newspapers, magazines and cable networks, announced Tuesday that it will go forward with its purchase of the outstanding shares of Hearst-Argyle Television that it does not own ... After Hearst completes the purchase of the shares, Hearst-Argyle Television, owner and operator of 29 TV stations and two radio stations, will be merged into Hearst Corp. and operated as a wholly owned subsidiary under the new name, Hearst Television Inc.. (MediaWeek.com)
Special Committee of The Board of Directors of Hearst-Argyle Television Recommends Stockholders Accept Hearst Corporation Tender Offer May 5, 2009
Press Release Source: Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. ... NEW YORK, May 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. (NYSE: - ) today announced that the Special Committee of its Board of Directors has unanimously determined that the tender offer of The Hearst Corporation, which was commenced today, to acquire all of the outstanding shares of Hearst-Argyle Television's Series A Common Stock not owned by The Hearst Corporation at a price of $4 ... 50 per share is fair to Hearst-Argyle... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hearst Corp. Boosts Offer Price for Remaining TV Stake Apr 29, 2009
NEW YORK Hearst Corp. on Monday boosted its offer price for the remaining stake in Hearst-Argyle Television Inc. by 12. 5 percent. (MediaWeek.com)
CORRECTING and REPLACING WideOrbit Makes Media Sales Smarter Apr 15, 2009
clients include: NBC, Telemundo, Hearst-Argyle Television, Gannett, Meredith Corporation, Madison Square Garden, Tribune, Scripps Television Group, and Qualcomm/MediaFlo. is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in Seattle, Denver, London and New Delhi. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Special Committee of Hearst-Argyle Television Board Appoints Advisors to Assist in Review of Hearst Corporation Tender Offer Apr 14, 2009
Press Release Source: Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. ... NEW YORK, April 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. (NYSE: - ) today announced that the Special Committee of its board of directors has retained Morgan Stanley as its financial advisor to assist them in their review of the proposed tender offer announced by Hearst Corporation on March 25, 2009 ... In response to the proposed tender offer, if commenced, Hearst-Argyle Television will file with the Securities and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hearst-Argyle Television Stations Earn 18 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards Apr 10, 2009
Press Release Source: Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. ... NEW YORK, April 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Eleven Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. stations have been honored with a total of 18 regional Edward R. Murrow Awards, given by the Radio-Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) ... Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. a leading local media company, owns 26 television stations, and manages an additional three television and two radio stations. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pay TV Battle Building Apr 5, 2009
"With satellite and telco companies building and enhancing their distribution platforms, [we will get] to a place and time where the value of our product would have to be recognized," said David Barrett, president/CEO of Hearst-Argyle Television, which has done retrans deals with both AT&T and Verizon. ADVERTISEMENT. (MediaWeek.com)
2008 Peabody Award Winners Apr 2, 2009
Hearst-Argyle Television: Commitment 2008 (Hearst-Argyle Stations). Hearst-Argyle Television. (PR Newswire)
Entourage, John Adams win Peabody Awards Apr 2, 2009
Hearst-Argyle Television: Commitment 2008 (Hearst-Argyle Stations). Onion News Network(www. (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)
Hearst-Argyle Television Receives Peabody Award for Political Journalism Apr 2, 2009
Press Release Source: Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. ... NEW YORK, April 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. has earned a coveted Peabody Award, from the University of Georgia's Grady College of Journalism, for its "Commitment 2008" election- and issues-coverage series ... Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. a leading local media company, owns 26 television stations, and manages an additional three television and two radio stations. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
KITV owner sued by investor to halt takeover bid Mar 27, 2009
Hearst-Argyle Television Inc., the owner of 26 televisions stations including KITV in Honolulu, is being sued by an investor seeking to halt Hearst Corp.'s plan to buy the portion of the company that it doesn't own. Bloomberg News reported the lawsuit was filed today in New York by investor Paul Schwartz. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hearst-Argyle Television Responds to Announcement by Hearst Corporation Mar 27, 2009
Press Release Source: Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. ... NEW YORK, March 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- In response to the announcement on Wednesday, March 25 by Hearst Corporation that it plans to commence a cash tender offer for all outstanding Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. (NYSE: - ) shares not already owned by Hearst Corporation, Hearst-Argyle Television said today that Hearst Corporation's offer will be considered by a special committee of independent members of the Board of Directors of... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hearst Launches Second Takeover Attempt for Hearst-Argyle Television Mar 27, 2009
NEW YORK The broadcast and publishing company Hearst Corp. launched a second takeover attempt for Hearst-Argyle Television Inc. on Wednesday, saying it will offer stockholders $4 per share for the stake it doesn't already own. Hearst said the offer will come mid-April. (MediaWeek.com)
Hearst to Make Offer for Hearst-Argyle Television Mar 26, 2009
Hearst to make second bid for Hearst-Argyle Television, offering $4 per share ... The broadcast and publishing company Hearst Corp. launched a second takeover attempt for Hearst-Argyle Television Inc. on Wednesday, saying it will offer stockholders $4 per share for the stake it doesn't already own. (ABC News -- Wire)
Editorial: No 'Sunshine' In Santa Cruz Court Mar 21, 2009
On Thursday, KSBW and Hearst Argyle Television filed a formal motion with Judge Salazar to open his courtroom and provide transcripts of what took place during closed-door proceedings. You can read the full contents of our motion -- along with this editorial -- on our web site, KSBW.com. (KSBW 8, CA)
KETV, Hearst-Argyle Recognized For Political Coverage Mar 11, 2009
-- KETV owner Hearst-Argyle Television has earned its fifth consecutive Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Television Political Journalism, the industry's most recognized award ... offered viewers "thought-provoking and visually engaging stories about the presidential campaign. Reporter Greg Fox at WESH in Orlando, Fla., was honored for the second time in the category of individual achievement at a local station. Judges said Fox was recognized for his journalistic analysis and helping... (7 KETV Omaha)
'This Week,' KING-TV Among Cronkite Winners Mar 11, 2009
Hearst-Argyle Television was honored for its continued commitment to airing political coverage on all its 25 stations. In 2008, that included increasing "candidate-centered" coverage in prime newscasts to 10 minutes daily. (TVweek.com)
Hearst-Argyle Honored With 5th Consecutive Cronkite Award Mar 11, 2009
KSBW-TV owner Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc., has earned its fifth consecutive USC Annenberg Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Television Political Journalism, in recognition of coverage of the 2008 election season. The Cronkite Awards, named for the legendary CBS newsman, were established at the University of Southern California's Annenberg School for Communication following the 2000 election season to recognize excellence in television coverage of politics and political issues, quickly... (KSBW 8, CA)
Hearst-Argyle Sets Date for Annual Shareholders' Meeting Mar 3, 2009
Source: Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. ... NEW YORK, March 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. (NYSE: - ) announced today that it will hold its annual meeting of shareholders on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time, in New York City, for shareholders of record as of March 13, 2009 ... Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. a leading local media company, owns 26 television stations, and manages an additional three television and two radio stations. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Fitch Reiterates Concerns and Rationale for HTV's Rating and Outlook Feb 26, 2009
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On Dec. 18, 2008, Fitch Ratings affirmed Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc.'s (HTV) 'BBB-' rating and assigned a Stable Outlook. Fitch has identified in several published reports recently and reiterates below the key credit concerns for HTV in 2009 and 2010. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Reporter Fired Over Monkey Genitals Video Feb 26, 2009
WBAL-TV, an NBC affiliate owned by Hearst-Argyle Television Inc., issued a statement Tuesday saying a former employee posted the video on Google's YouTube site without the knowledge of the station. WBAL wouldn't name the employee or discuss the employee's departure. (CBS News -- US)
Reporter Fired for Doctored Clip of FOX's John Gibson Feb 25, 2009
"WBAL-TV management has learned that a former WBAL-TV employee posted a video regarding Fox News' John Gibson and Attorney General Eric Holder on his personal YouTube page without the prior knowledge or consent of anyone at WBAL-TV or Hearst-Argyle Television," the station said in its statement. "This video was not approved by, used, or sanctioned in any way by WBAL-TV or Hearst-Argyle Television and we do not condone such behavior.". (Fox News)
Hearst-Argyle Television to Release Fourth Quarter Earnings on February 25, 2009 Feb 13, 2009
Source: Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. ... NEW YORK, Feb. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. (NYSE: - ) intends to release fourth-quarter and full-year results before NYSE trading begins on Wednesday, February 25, 2009 ... Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc. a leading local media company, owns 26 television stations, and manages an additional three television and two radio stations. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Closer, Trace Sold in 85% of U.S. Markets Feb 12, 2009
Joining those clearances are stations owned by CBS, Raycom, Capitol Broadcasting, Local TV, Hearst-Argyle Television, Tribune, Young, LIN TV, Turner, Newport Television, Weigel, Post-Newsweek, Four Points Media Group, Meredith, Cox, Grant, Gannett, McKinnon, Freedom, ComCorp, Bonten Media Group, Barrington, Hubbard and ACME Television. CBS Television Stations in 18 markets, including New York and Los Angeles, have purchased a third cycle of Trace, along with stations from nearly two dozen... (TVweek.com)
Digital Switchover Still Set for Feb. 17 for Many... Feb 7, 2009
Gannett Co. and Hearst-Argyle Television Inc. also pledged to maintain the vast majority of their stations on analog, Copps said. They own or operate 52 stations. (Fox News)
