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Disney, ABC sue US regulator over threats to broadcast licenses

Disney, ABC sue US regulator over threats to broadcast licenses

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Aug 18 (Reuters) - Disney and its ABC unit sued the Federal Communications Commission on Tuesday to block an early review of licenses for eight ABC stations, arguing the Trump administration is trying to punish the network over its broadcast content.
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ABC Files First Amendment Lawsuit Against FCC

ABC Files First Amendment Lawsuit Against FCC

Disney’s ABC filed a First Amendment lawsuit against the Federal Communications Commission on Tuesday, raising the pitch of the company’s efforts to countermand unusual pressure from the federal government to force the company’s stations to submit licenses for early renewal proceedings. ABC has found itself at cross purposes with the FCC at several moments in […]
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Disney, ABC sue FCC over threats to broadcast licenses

Disney, ABC sue FCC over threats to broadcast licenses

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Aug 18 (Reuters) - Disney and its ABC unit sued the Federal Communications Commission on Tuesday to block an early review of licenses for eight ABC stations, arguing that the Trump administration is trying to punish the network over its broadcast content.
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Disney accuses FCC of violating First Amendment in lawsuit

Disney accuses FCC of violating First Amendment in lawsuit

The lawsuit is the latest in an ongoing battle between ABC and the Trump administration, one that the network alleged is based on illegal retaliation.
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Wait, a Network Is Actually Suing the Trump Administration for Once?

Wait, a Network Is Actually Suing the Trump Administration for Once?

ABC is accusing the Federal Communications Commission of infringing on its First Amendment rights
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The Latest: Disney sues Trump's FCC over broadcast license challenge

The Latest: Disney sues Trump's FCC over broadcast license challenge

Disney's suit filed Tuesday against the Federal Communications Commission says every media outlet in the nation is at risk due to the Trump administration's retaliation over Jimmy Kimmel's satire
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US kindergarten vaccine coverage continues downward trend, falling 0.1%

US kindergarten vaccine coverage continues downward trend, falling 0.1%

By Michael Erman and Julie Steenhuysen Aug 17 (Reuters) - U.S. kindergarten vaccination coverage fell 0.1% during the 2025-2026 school year, continuing a downward trend that has seen declines every year except one since the onset of COVID-19, according to data from the U.S.
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US to announce steps to help refiners produce more fuel, energy chief Wright says

US to announce steps to help refiners produce more fuel, energy chief Wright says

By Sheila Dang MIDLAND, Texas, Aug 17 (Reuters) - U.S.
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Nielsen confirms what Bills Mafia already knew: Buffalo has the NFL’s most avid fans

Nielsen confirms what Bills Mafia already knew: Buffalo has the NFL’s most avid fans

Nielsen has now quantified what we’ve known for a while
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Amazon drone delivery is expanding. See in which cities, when

Amazon drone delivery is expanding. See in which cities, when

Amazon plans to expand Prime Air drone delivery to nearly 500 US cities and towns by the end of 2026. See where the service is coming next.
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US kindergarten vaccine coverage falls 0.1%, CDC says

US kindergarten vaccine coverage falls 0.1%, CDC says

Aug 17 (Reuters) - U.S. kindergarten vaccination coverage fell 0.1% during the 2025-2026 school year, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Monday.
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Frank Beard, ZZ Top’s Hard-Shuffling Drummer, Dead at 77

Frank Beard, ZZ Top’s Hard-Shuffling Drummer, Dead at 77

The tireless drummer anchored the Texas band on hits like "La Grange," "Tush," and "Legs" throughout their five-decade run