Standard General’s takeover of Tegna is headed to judicial review — and a long delay The FCC Media Bureau sent the $8.6 billion takeover of 64 stations to review, all but guaranteeing a takeover will be a long way away … if it happens. February 27, 2023 Al Tompkins
Standard General tells Tegna employees ‘no intention to reduce staff’ In a highly unusual move during a takeover, Standard Media CEO Deb McDermott tried to calm rumors and concerns about staff cuts. June 17, 2022 Al Tompkins
Local TV station owner Tegna will sell to Standard General in a $5.4B cash deal A nasty proxy fight between Standard General's leader and Tegna provides some hints about how Standard General might run the Tegna stations. February 22, 2022 Al Tompkins