Scripps marks America’s 250th through powerful storytelling, special programming and community connection

The E.W. Scripps Company is launching extensive coverage for America's 250th anniversary in July 2026, featuring a 60-minute special hosted by Alisyn Camerota on July 4th. The company will distribute $75,000 in grants to five nonprofit organizations through the Scripps Howard Fund. Coverage will include local and national storytelling across Scripps' 60 stations in 40 markets, complemented by special programming and a dedicated digital hub.

06/11/2026, 2:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Shrey Parikh is 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee champion, sets spell-off record

14-year-old Shrey Parikh from Rancho Cucamonga, California won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee by correctly spelling 32 of 35 words in 90 seconds, setting a new spell-off record. Parikh defeated Ishaan Gupta in the final round at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., earning a $50,000 prize and various additional rewards from sponsors.

05/28/2026, 11:44 PM • GlobeNewswire

Scripps Sports, Nashville Predators partner on multi-year agreement to air National Hockey League team’s games

The Nashville Predators and Scripps Sports announced a multi-year media rights agreement beginning with the 2026-27 NHL season. Scripps will broadcast all local preseason, regular season, and first-round playoff games on WNPX-TV (rebranded as 'The Spot – Nashville 28'), along with pre- and post-game shows. The agreement includes a direct-to-consumer streaming option and expands Scripps Sports' NHL portfolio to five teams.

04/07/2026, 3:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Scripps to launch Scripps Sports Network streaming channel

The E.W. Scripps Company launched Scripps Sports Network (SSN), a free ad-supported streaming channel debuting March 24, 2026, featuring 100+ live games including PWHL, NWSL, and MLB Volleyball, plus 100+ hours of WNBA content and original programming. State Farm signed on as founding advertising partner. The network will be available across major streaming platforms including Roku Channel, Samsung TV Plus, Amazon Prime Video, and Google TV.

03/23/2026, 10:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

3 Stocks Where Insiders Are Putting Their Own Money to Work

The article highlights three stocks where insider buying activity suggests potential investment opportunities in 2026. E.W. Scripps (SSP) is undergoing an AI-driven efficiency turnaround despite traditional TV headwinds. First Business Financial (FBIZ) shows steady insider accumulation with strong dividend safety and book value growth. Crane Co (CR) benefits from robust analyst support and institutional buying following solid earnings and dividend increases. All three stocks carry risks but offer double-digit upside potential according to the analysis.

03/19/2026, 12:39 PM • Investing

3 Stocks Where Insiders Are Putting Their Own Money to Work

The article highlights three stocks where insider buying activity suggests potential investment opportunities in 2026. E.W. Scripps is undergoing an AI-driven efficiency turnaround despite traditional TV headwinds. First Business Financial shows consistent insider accumulation with strong dividend safety and book value growth. Crane Co. demonstrates robust analyst support and institutional buying following solid earnings and dividend increases. All three stocks carry risks but offer double-digit upside potential according to the analysis.

03/19/2026, 10:35 AM • Investing

Scripps Sports announces 2026 NWSL on ION coverage plans

Scripps Sports announced its third season of National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) coverage on ION, featuring eight tripleheader Saturdays (up from one in 2025), expanded studio programming with new analysts, and enhanced original storytelling. The 2026 season kicks off March 14 with Denver Summit FC's inaugural match. The expansion reflects record-breaking 2025 viewership and attendance growth for the NWSL.

03/11/2026, 11:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Scripps agrees to purchase WTVQ in Lexington, Kentucky, from Morris Network, Inc. for $15.8 million

The E.W. Scripps Company announced an agreement to purchase WTVQ, an ABC affiliate in Lexington, Kentucky, from Morris Network, Inc. for $15.8 million. The acquisition would create a duopoly with Scripps' existing NBC affiliate WLEX in the market. This move follows recent strategic portfolio optimization efforts including the sale of WFTX in Fort Myers and an expected sale of WRVT in Indianapolis, as well as a station swap agreement with Gray Media pending regulatory approval.

03/04/2026, 2:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Scripps Howard Fund and Scripps Howard Foundation gave $11 million in charitable gifts in 2025

The Scripps Howard Fund and Scripps Howard Foundation awarded $11 million to community and journalism programs in 2025, a 12% increase from 2024. The funding supported childhood literacy initiatives ($1.7 million), journalism education ($1.5 million from Fund, $5.4 million from Foundation), and community causes ($2.3 million). Notable achievements include distributing 280,000 books to students, awarding journalism prizes, and establishing the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center at the University of Southern Mississippi.

02/24/2026, 1:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Scripps appoints VP, network sports and client partnerships to connect advertisers with sports portfolio

The E.W. Scripps Company has appointed Oliver Gray as Vice President of Network Sports and Client Partnerships to drive revenue growth across its sports portfolio. Gray brings over 15 years of experience in sports sponsorship and media advertising, including previous roles at Overtime, Amazon (NFL partnership), CNN, and Discovery Communications. He will report to Chief Revenue Officer Brian Norris and focus on connecting national advertisers with Scripps' expanding sports and entertainment platforms.

02/18/2026, 11:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

‘Shielded’ investigation into police misconduct wins WXYZ in Detroit prestigious duPont-Columbia Award

WXYZ-TV in Detroit, owned by The E.W. Scripps Company, won a prestigious Alfred I. duPont-Columbia Award for its two-year investigation called 'Shielded' that exposed systemic failures in preventing police officers with misconduct records from being rehired across Michigan law enforcement agencies. The investigation led to new legislation, officer license suspensions, and a criminal conviction.

01/29/2026, 2:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

The E.W. Scripps Company board determines the Sinclair proposal is not in the best interests of the company and its shareholders

The E.W. Scripps Company board unanimously rejected Sinclair's unsolicited $7 per share acquisition proposal, stating it does not serve the best interests of shareholders or the company.

12/16/2025, 4:45 PM • GlobeNewswire

Scripps confirms receipt of unsolicited proposal from Sinclair, Inc.

The E.W. Scripps Company announced receiving an unsolicited acquisition proposal from Sinclair, Inc. The company's board of directors will carefully review the proposal in consultation with legal and financial advisors to determine the best course of action for shareholders.

11/24/2025, 12:07 PM • Benzinga

Gray Media Beats Guidance With Strong Third Quarter Financial Results

Gray Media reported Q3 2025 financial results, with total revenue at $749 million, meeting high-end guidance. The company completed several station acquisitions and debt refinancing activities, strengthening its market position despite a decline in political advertising revenue.

11/07/2025, 6:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Scripps to release third-quarter 2025 operating results on Nov. 6

The E.W. Scripps Company will report its third-quarter 2025 operating results on November 6, with an earnings call scheduled for November 7 at 9:30 a.m. Eastern time. Investors and analysts can access the call through specified online registration and dial-in procedures.

10/20/2025, 2:13 PM • GlobeNewswire