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'DANCING WITH THE STARS' BRINGS CHART-TOPPERS TO THE BALLROOM ON 'ONE-HIT WONDERS NIGHT' SEPT. 23 (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 17 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 'DANCING WITH THE STARS' BRINGS CHART-TOPPERS TO THE BALLROOM ON 'ONE-HIT WONDERS NIGHT' SEPT. 23 * Download Assets HERE "One-Hit Wonders Night" -- "Dancing with the Stars" brings some of music's most iconic singles to the ballroom floor, when all 14 couples perform to songs from artists known for one unforgettable hit. "One-Hit Wonders Night" premieres TUESDAY, SEPT. 23 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT/PDT, 7:00-9:00 more PR

'DANCING WITH THE STARS' REVEALS SEASON 34 THEME NIGHTS (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 18 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 'DANCING WITH THE STARS' REVEALS SEASON 34 THEME NIGHTS * Download Assets HERE "Dancing with the Stars" is back and pumping up the excitement with highly anticipated theme night events. Each week, the celebrity and pro duos will dance routines set to iconic music celebrating legendary eras and artists, unforgettable pop-culture moments and more. Announced this morning exclusively on the "'Dancing with th more PR

2025 Candlelight Processional Narrators Shine with Star-Studded Lineup (10)
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Florida, Sept. 18 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- Disney World issued the following news release: * * * 2025 Candlelight Processional Narrators Shine with Star-Studded Lineup * LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Sept. 18, 2025) - One of Walt Disney World Resort's most cherished holiday traditions is set to make its dazzling return. The Candlelight Processional will once again light up the stage during the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth, running from November 28 through December 30. Held  more PR

9-1-1: Holy Mother of God (10/2) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 3/20/25) (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 15 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 9-1-1: Holy Mother of God (10/2) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 3/20/25) * THURSDAY, OCT. 2 10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT - 9-1-1: "Holy Mother of God" (811) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 3/20/25) Logline: The 118 responds to a call at a mega-church, where Bobby runs into his estranged mother. Meanwhile, Buck is looking to expand his social circle now that Eddie has left. (TV-14, V) Stream episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original more PR

9-1-1: Sob Stories (10/2) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 3/6/25) (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 15 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 9-1-1: Sob Stories (10/2) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 3/6/25) * THURSDAY, OCT. 2 8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT - 9-1-1: "Sob Stories" (809) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 3/6/25) Logline: The 118 responds to a fire at a local animal shelter and races to evacuate all the animals. Meanwhile, Maddie takes a 9-1-1 call that sets her on a quest for answers. (TV-14, LV) Stream episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here: https:/ more PR

9-1-1: Voices (10/2) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 3/13/25) (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 15 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 9-1-1: Voices (10/2) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 3/13/25) * THURSDAY, OCT. 2 9:00-10:00 p.m. EDT - 9-1-1: "Voices" (810) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 3/13/25) Logline: Following Maddie's mysterious 9-1-1 call, Chimney returns home to find his daughter alone and Maddie nowhere to be found; he then enlists Athena and Romero to help investigate. (TV-14, LV) Stream episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here: http more PR

All-Time Record Four Years in a Row: 14 Million Fans Playing ESPN Fantasy Football in 2025 (10)
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Sept. 19 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * All-Time Record Four Years in a Row: 14 Million Fans Playing ESPN Fantasy Football in 2025 * ESPN Fantasy Football, the No. 1 most popular fantasy football game, has set another all-time record this season with more than 14 million fans playing the game. * This is the third consecutive year ESPN Fantasy Football participation has grown by more than 1 million fans YoY. * Also, Sunday of NFL Week 1 (September 7th more PR

America's Funniest Home Videos: SEASON PREMIERE - Back to School, Vacation Misadventures, and Purr-fect Cats (9/28) (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 18 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * America's Funniest Home Videos: SEASON PREMIERE - Back to School, Vacation Misadventures, and Purr-fect Cats (9/28) * SUNDAY, SEPT. 28 7:00-8:02 p.m. EDT - America's Funniest Home Videos: "Back to School, Vacation Misadventures, and Purr-fect Cats" (3601) (Season Premiere) Logline: On the season premiere of "America's Funniest Home Videos," laugh-out-loud moments include back-to-school blunders, vacati more PR

Automatic Compute Environment Scheduling Using Machine Learning (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 16 -- DISNEY ENTERPRISES, INC., Burbank, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12417128 B2, initially filed March 28, 2022) developed by seven inventors Katherine S. Vinson, Santa Monica, California; Jason Alexander Cox, Valencia, California; Adam Arredondo, Mission Viejo, California; Brian Lawrence Scott, Burbank, California; Patrick O'Connor, Fontana, California; James H. Tatum, Anaheim, California; and Steven Wagner, Los Angeles, California, for "Automatic compute environment scheduling using machine lear more PT

Baldwin, Colleagues Demand Answers from Trump Administration on Censoring Critics and Limiting Free Speech (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 19 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: * * * Baldwin, Colleagues Demand Answers from Trump Administration on Censoring Critics and Limiting Free Speech * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a group of her colleagues in demanding answers from the Trump Administration for censoring critics and infringing on Americans' First Amendment right to free speech. The Senators specifically called out Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr for censoring  more PR

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (Broadcast Television Premiere) (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 15 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (Broadcast Television Premiere) * SUNDAY, OCT. 5 7:31-11:00 p.m. EDT - Logline: The Wakandans fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers in the wake of the death of their beloved King T'Challa. (TV-14, LV) Stream on Disney+. *** Original text here: https://www.detpress.com/abc/pressrelease/black-panther-wakanda-forever-broadcast-television-premiere/ more PR

Cantwell Leads Commerce Committee Democrats in Demanding FCC Chairman Carr Testify (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 20 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, ranking member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Cantwell Leads Commerce Committee Democrats in Demanding FCC Chairman Carr Testify "As the Committee with jurisdiction over the FCC, it is our constitutional duty to conduct oversight over this matter and demand Chairman Carr answer for this unprecedented attack on the First Amendment." * U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee  more PR

Celebrity Family Feud: Kyle Richards vs Kandi Burruss-Tucker and NFLPA Offense vs NFLPA Defense (9/18) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 8/7/25) (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 18 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Celebrity Family Feud: Kyle Richards vs Kandi Burruss-Tucker and NFLPA Offense vs NFLPA Defense (9/18) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 8/7/25) * THURSDAY, SEPT. 18 9:02-10:02 p.m. EDT - Celebrity Family Feud: "Kyle Richards vs Kandi Burruss-Tucker and NFLPA Offense vs NFLPA Defense" (1105) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 8/7/25) Logline: Hosted by Steve Harvey, actress and TV personality Kyle Richards goes up against singer-son more PR

Celebrity Family Feud: Lainey Wilson vs Leanne Morgan and Jordan Chiles vs Stephen Nedoroscik (9/18) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 9/11/25) (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 18 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Celebrity Family Feud: Lainey Wilson vs Leanne Morgan and Jordan Chiles vs Stephen Nedoroscik (9/18) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 9/11/25) * THURSDAY, SEPT. 18 11:35 p.m.-12:37 a.m. EDT - Celebrity Family Feud: "Lainey Wilson vs Leanne Morgan and Jordan Chiles vs Stephen Nedoroscik" (1108) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 9/11/25) Logline: Hosted by Steve Harvey, award-winning singer-songwriter Lainey Wilson faces off against more PR

Celebrity Family Feud: Normani vs Michelle Buteau and Andy Richter vs Jason Ritter (9/19) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 8/21/25) (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 18 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Celebrity Family Feud: Normani vs Michelle Buteau and Andy Richter vs Jason Ritter (9/19) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 8/21/25) * FRIDAY, SEPT. 19 11:35 p.m.-12:37 a.m. EDT - Celebrity Family Feud: "Normani vs Michelle Buteau and Andy Richter vs Jason Ritter" (1107) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 8/21/25) Logline: Hosted by Steve Harvey, singer Normani competes with actress-comedian Michelle Buteau. Then, actor-comedian And more PR

Commerce Committee Democrats Decry Carr's Censorship of Jimmy Kimmel (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 19 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, ranking member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Commerce Committee Democrats Decry Carr's Censorship of Jimmy Kimmel U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member of the Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, which oversees the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), senior member of the Committee, Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the Telecommunications and more PR

Commerce Committee Democrats Decry Carr's Censorship of Jimmy Kimmel (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Commerce Committee Democrats Decry Carr's Censorship of Jimmy Kimmel * 09.18.25 "The FCC's role in overseeing the public airwaves does not give it the power to act as a roving press censor, targeting broadcasters based on their political commentary. But under your leadership, the FCC is being weaponized to do precisely that," Senators write in letter to Carr WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Ranking Member of the Comm more PR

Content Navigation and Personalization (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 16 -- DISNEY ENTERPRISES, INC., Burbank, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12418701 B2, initially filed March 4, 2022) developed by six inventors Sonia Doshi, Los Angeles, California; Lauren R. Boros, Manhattan Beach, California; Elinor A. Chin, Burbank, California; Evan R. Golden, Los Angeles, California; Ricardo A. Melgoza, Burbank, California; and April Hui Wang, El Segundo, California, for "Content navigation and personalization." more PT

Copyright Alliance Issues Statement in Support of Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and NBCU in MiniMax Suit (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Copyright Alliance issued the following news release: * * * Copyright Alliance Issues Statement in Support of Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and NBCU in MiniMax Suit The Copyright Alliance, which represents the copyright interests of over two million individual creators and more than 15,000 organizations across the spectrum of copyright disciplines, released a statement in support of Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and NBCUniversal (NBCU), which are waging a suit against MiniMax, a $4 billion Chinese AI company t more PR

Disney And WEBTOON Entertainment Broaden Relationship To Create New Digital Comics Platform (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 15 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- The Walt Disney Company posted the following news release: * * * Disney And WEBTOON Entertainment Broaden Relationship To Create New Digital Comics Platform * For The First Time, More Than 35,000 Marvel, Star Wars, Disney, Pixar and 20th Century Studios Digital Comic Books Will Be Available in One Digital Platform for Fans to Experience Disney+ subscribers will have access to a curated selection of content on the new platform as part of subscription BURBANK, Calif. & LOS ANGE more PR

E&C Democratic Leaders Call for IG Investigation Into FCC Chairman Brendan Carr Amid Jimmy Kimmel Suspension (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 20 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on Sept. 19, 2025: * * * E&C Democratic Leaders Call for IG Investigation into FCC Chairman Brendan Carr Amid Jimmy Kimmel Suspension "Chairman Carr publicly threatened the licenses of several broadcasters and directly recommended both the curtailing of protected speech and punishment for protected speech. This is censorship." * Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, more PR

ESPN and the NWSL Announce Supplemental Media Rights Agreement (10)
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Sept. 16 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN and the NWSL Announce Supplemental Media Rights Agreement * * Expanded package adds 16 more games per season, bringing the total to 33 * NWSL "Match of the Week" on ABC or ESPN network throughout the season ESPN and the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), the top professional women's soccer league in the United States, today announced a supplemental media rights agreement that expands ESPN's coverage of more PR

ESPN Original Series Believers: Boston Red Sox to Premiere September 26, Featuring Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Donnie Wahlberg, Bill Burr, Uzo Aduba, Katie Nolan, Curt Schilling, David Ortiz, and More (10)
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Sept. 14 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN Original Series Believers: Boston Red Sox to Premiere September 26, Featuring Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Donnie Wahlberg, Bill Burr, Uzo Aduba, Katie Nolan, Curt Schilling, David Ortiz, and More * ESPN today announced its newest ESPN Original Series Believers: Boston Red Sox will premiere on September 26 on the ESPN App for subscribers to an ESPN Unlimited plan. Directed by Gotham Chopra and Lauren Fisher, executi more PR

ESPN's College GameDay Built by The Home Depot Travels South to Miami for Sunshine State Showdown (10)
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Sept. 18 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN's College GameDay Built by The Home Depot Travels South to Miami for Sunshine State Showdown * * College football's premier pregame show heads to South Florida for the first time since 2020, and Miami's first full on-campus show since 2017 * Special on-site guests: Florida Panthers' Matthew Tkachuk joins as guest picker and Miami HC Mario Cristobal live on set ESPN's College GameDay Built by The Home Depot more PR

ESPN's College Football Production Presents 11 Ranked Teams, 80+ Showdowns in Week 4 (10)
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Sept. 15 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN's College Football Production Presents 11 Ranked Teams, 80+ Showdowns in Week 4 * ESPN's Week 4 college football slate is set to deliver a dynamic weekend across ESPN networks and on the ESPN App, headlined by two marquee matchups on ABC: No. 22 Auburn at No. 11 Oklahoma and Florida at No. 4 Miami. In total, 11 ranked teams and more than 80 games are set for ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SEC Network, ACC Network, ESP more PR

FCC Threats Mark a "Dark New Level of Capitulation" and Escalation of Government-Instigated Censorship Over Jimmy Kimmel, PEN America Warns (10)
NEW YORK, Sept. 18 [Category: Media] -- PEN America, an organization that says it stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect free expression, posted the following news release: * * * FCC Threats Mark a "Dark New Level of Capitulation" and Escalation of Government-Instigated Censorship Over Jimmy Kimmel, PEN America Warns * (WASHINGTON)-- PEN America warned today of a significant escalation of threats to free speech after Disney-owned ABC indefinitely pulled "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" from the air stemming from an ultimat more PR

Following Jimmy Kimmel's Suspension, Democracy Forward Seeks Records to Investigate Trump-Vance Administration's Attempts to Police Speech (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 [Category: Political] -- Democracy Forward, an organization that says it advances democracy and social progress through litigation, policy and public education and regulatory engagement, issued the following news release: * * * Following Jimmy Kimmel's Suspension, Democracy Forward Seeks Records to Investigate Trump-Vance Administration's Attempts to Police Speech * Washington, D.C. -- Democracy Forward today filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) seeking recor more PR

Hickenlooper, Colleagues Stand Up to FCC on Censorship of Jimmy Kimmel (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Hickenlooper, Colleagues Stand Up to FCC on Censorship of Jimmy Kimmel * ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel's late-night comedy show after Trump admin regulator threatened the network's broadcasting license WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper, member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, along with ten of his Senate colleagues, demanded Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr cease t more PR

High Potential: Eleven Minutes (9/30) (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 15 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * High Potential: Eleven Minutes (9/30) * TUESDAY, SEPT. 30 10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT - High Potential: "Eleven Minutes" (203) Logline: When a man with a troubled past is killed under mysterious circumstances, Morgan and the LAPD uncover a tragic motive behind his death. Meanwhile, Morgan opens up to Ava about her father, forcing Ava to confront truths she isn't ready to face. (TV-14, V) Stream episodes nex more PR

Holiday Trends and Value Fuel Walmart's 2025 Top Toys List (10)
BENTONVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 16 -- Walmart issued the following news: * * * Holiday Trends and Value Fuel Walmart's 2025 Top Toys List Key Insights * Walmart's 2025 Top Toys List highlights 50 must-have gifts shaped by play trends families are looking for this year. * By releasing the list early, Walmart helps parents get a head start on holiday shopping with trusted picks curated by toy experts. * Holiday magic meets shopping smarts: Walmart has unveiled its 2025 Top Toys List, featuring 50 of the hottest toys of the year. Hand-picked b more PR

Jimmy Kimmel Suspended by ABC After Threats from FCC Chairman; People For the American Way Denounces Complicity in Trump War on Free Speech and Media Freedom (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 [Category: Political] -- People for the American Way posted the following news release: * * * Jimmy Kimmel Suspended by ABC After Threats from FCC Chairman; People For the American Way Denounces Complicity in Trump War on Free Speech and Media Freedom * Late night comedian Jimmy Kimmel's show was indefinitely suspended by ABC Wednesday. The action came after Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr threatened reprisals against ABC, Disney, and local stations over comments made by Kimmel regarding the reactio more PR

Lujan Presses Commerce Committee Chairman to Hold FCC Oversight Hearing Over Shared Concerns of Chairman Carr's Weaponization of the Agency (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 19 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Lujan Presses Commerce Committee Chairman to Hold FCC Oversight Hearing Over Shared Concerns of Chairman Carr's Weaponization of the Agency * Calls for Hearing Following Chairman Cruz's Comments Calling FCC Threats Dangerous Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the Senate Commerce Committee's Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Media, called on the Chairman of the Commerce Committee, Senator Ted more PR

Marcus & Millichap Exclusively Lists Spectrum at Reunion Townhome Portfolio Near Walt Disney World (10)
ENCINO, California, Sept. 19 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release on Sept. 17, 2025: * * * Marcus & Millichap Exclusively Lists Spectrum at Reunion Townhome Portfolio Near Walt Disney World Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the exclusive listing for sale of Spectrum at Reunion Portfolio, a newly built townhome portfolio near Walt Disney World Resort in Kissimmee, Florida. The listing  more PR

MATSUI, PALLONE, CLARKE CALL FOR IG INVESTIGATION INTO FCC CHAIRMAN BRENDAN CARR AMID JIMMY KIMMEL SUSPENSION (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 19 -- Rep. Doris O. Matsui, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * MATSUI, PALLONE, CLARKE CALL FOR IG INVESTIGATION INTO FCC CHAIRMAN BRENDAN CARR AMID JIMMY KIMMEL SUSPENSION * "Chairman Carr publicly threatened the licenses of several broadcasters and directly recommended both the curtailing of protected speech and punishment for protected speech. This is censorship." WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Communications and Technology Subcommittee Ranking Member Doris Matsui (D-CA), full Energy and Commerce Commit more PR

NPR Board Welcomes Newly Elected Directors (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 [Category: BizMedia] -- NPR [National Public Radio] posted the following news release: * * * NPR Board Welcomes Newly Elected Directors The NPR membership elected Brad Dancer, WSHU Public Radio, Fairfield, CT; Paul Hunton, WUNC, Chapel Hill, NC (incumbent); Margaret Low, WBUR, Boston, MA (incumbent); R.C. McBride, WGLT, Normal, IL (incumbent) as Member Directors of the NPR Board, all for three-year terms beginning in November 2025. In addition, the NPR membership confirmed the Board's election of Milena Alberti-Perez ( more PR

Open Markets Executive Director Barry Lynn Responds to Disney ABC's Decision to Pull Kimmel (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 [Category: Business] -- Open Markets Institute posted the following news release: * * * Open Markets Executive Director Barry Lynn Responds to Disney ABC's Decision to Pull Kimmel * Open Markets Executive Director Barry Lynn today responded to news that Disney's ABC is indefinitely pulling down "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" The announcement comes just weeks after Paramount Skydance (CBS) cancelled "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" under similar pressure from the Trump administration: "FCC Chair Carr just kicked the Trump Adm more PR

Peters Calls Out FCC for Censoring Media Organizations, Attacking Americans' First Amendment Right to Free Speech (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 20 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Peters Calls Out FCC for Censoring Media Organizations, Attacking Americans' First Amendment Right to Free Speech U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) called on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to stop its censorship of media organizations and attacks on Americans' First Amendment right to free speech and freedom of the press. The letter to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr comes after Carr threatened to take action against ABC and its parent company, more PR

RELEASE: REP. KHANNA MOTIONS TO SUBPOENA FCC CHAIRMAN CARR IN THE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE, SLAMS ADMINISTRATION FOR "LARGEST ASSAULT ON FREE SPEECH IN MODERN HISTORY" (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * RELEASE: REP. KHANNA MOTIONS TO SUBPOENA FCC CHAIRMAN CARR IN THE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE, SLAMS ADMINISTRATION FOR "LARGEST ASSAULT ON FREE SPEECH IN MODERN HISTORY" * Today, Representative Ro Khanna (CA-17) motioned to subpoena Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission Brendan Carr in the House Oversight Committee after Carr pressured ABC to take action against Jimmy Kimmel for his comments about Charlie Kirk. Following Rep. Khanna's motion, more PR

Rep. Smith statement on Kimmel (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- Rep. Adam Smith, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Smith statement on Kimmel * "Freedom of speech also applies to people you disagree with, President Trump. "Trump's FCC Chair publicly assailed Jimmy Kimmel for expressing his beliefs in a late-night monologue -- and hours later ABC and Disney pulled Kimmel's show off the air indefinitely. "No presidential administration should use their power to silence dissent and ABC and Disney should not have bent the knee. "A free and independent p more PR

Scholastic Launches First Branded Streaming App Featuring Clifford, Goosebumps, and More (10)
NEW YORK, Sept. 19 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release: * * * Scholastic Launches First Branded Streaming App Featuring Clifford, Goosebumps, and More 9 Story Media Group and Future Today Partner to Deliver a Trusted Scholastic-Branded AVOD Destination for Families * TORONTO - 9 Story Media Group, a leading creator, producer and distributor of children's media, and part of the Scholastic portfolio, has partnered with Future Today, a leader in ad-supported streaming, to lau more PR

SEC Network's TrueSouth Presented by YellaWood Rolls into Charleston on Tuesday, Sept. 16 (10)
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Sept. 15 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * SEC Network's TrueSouth Presented by YellaWood Rolls into Charleston on Tuesday, Sept. 16 * The eighth season of Emmy Award-winning TrueSouth Presented by YellaWood hits the road to Charleston, S.C. on Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 8 p.m. ET. The series revolves around two food stories told from one place, which TrueSouth sets in conversation to make larger points about Southern beliefs and identities. All episodes of TrueS more PR

SEC to Announce Four Years of Football Opponents on SEC Now: 2026-29 Football Opponents Reveal , Tue., Sept. 23 (10)
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Sept. 19 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * SEC to Announce Four Years of Football Opponents on SEC Now: 2026-29 Football Opponents Reveal, Tue., Sept. 23 * The Southeastern Conference will announce the football opponents for the next four years for every SEC school on a television special, SEC Now: 2026-29 Football Opponents Reveal, scheduled for Tuesday, September 23, at 7 p.m. ET on SEC Network and ESPN2. At the show's helm is SEC Network host Alyssa Lang more PR

Senator Lujan, Senator Markey, Leader Schumer, Ranking Member Cantwell Lead Colleagues in Decrying FCC Censorship of Jimmy Kimmel (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Lujan, Senator Markey, Leader Schumer, Ranking Member Cantwell Lead Colleagues in Decrying FCC Censorship of Jimmy Kimmel * Washington, D.C. - Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Media, Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), and Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member more PR

Senator Lujan, Senator Markey, Leader Schumer, Ranking Member Cantwell Lead Colleagues in Decrying FCC Censorship of Jimmy Kimmel (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 19 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Lujan, Senator Markey, Leader Schumer, Ranking Member Cantwell Lead Colleagues in Decrying FCC Censorship of Jimmy Kimmel * Washington, D.C. - Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Media, Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), and Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member more PR

Senator Markey Slams Republicans for Blocking Senate Resolution Condemning FCC Chairman Brendan Carr's Censorship of Jimmy Kimmel (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Markey Slams Republicans for Blocking Senate Resolution Condemning FCC Chairman Brendan Carr's Censorship of Jimmy Kimmel * Watch: Senator Markey's remarks decrying Trump FCC's censorship of media organizations Resolution Text (PDF) Washington (September 18, 2025) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, today asked unanimous consent to pass a resolution condemnin more PR

Senator Marshall: Jimmy Kimmel Wasn't Funny or Entertaining (10)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Marshall: Jimmy Kimmel Wasn't Funny or Entertaining * Senator Marshall Joins Newsmax to Discuss Charlie Kirk, Jimmy Kimmel Getting Fired, the Senate Hearing with Dr. Monarez, and MAHA Washington - On Thursday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined Newsmax to discuss Charlie Kirk's legacy and the growth of Turning Point USA since his assassination, the firing of Jimmy Kimmel by ABC/Disney, the Senate HELP hearing, and what more PR

Shark Tank: 1701 (10/1) (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 16 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Shark Tank: 1701 (10/1) * WEDNESDAY, OCT. 1 10:02-11:00 p.m. EDT - Shark Tank: "1701" (1701) Logline: Driven entrepreneurs pitch innovative products including an anti-snoring pillow, a chair that converts into a football game, an emotional support doll for dogs and ready-to-eat packaged chicken. Michael Strahan makes his Guest Shark debut. Stream episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here:  more PR

Shifting Gears: Secret (10/1) (Season Premiere) (10)
BURBANK, California, Sept. 17 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Shifting Gears: Secret (10/1) (Season Premiere) * WEDNESDAY, OCT. 1 8:00-8:30 p.m. EDT - Shifting Gears: "Secret" (201) (Season Premiere) Logline: Matt wrestles with his feelings for Eve, and Charlotte convinces him to go to a grief group. Meanwhile, Riley struggles with her own "will she or won't she" about her feelings for Gabe. Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn and Debbe Dunning guest star. (TV-PG more PR

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BRISTOL, Connecticut, Sept. 19 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * The Puck Drops for 2025-26 Men's & Women's College Hockey Season with 620+ Games Across ESPN Networks * * Season-long coverage culminates with NCAA Women's Frozen Four (March 20 & 22, University Park, Pa.) and Men's Frozen Four (April 9 & 11, Las Vegas) * ESPN's College Hockey Voices Return: John Buccigross & Colby Cohen ESPN continues its industry-leading coverage of NCAA men's and women's ice hockey with more more PR

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BRISTOL, Connecticut, Sept. 18 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * This Weekend on ESPN: LALIGA, Bundesliga, NWSL, Eredivisie, Women's Super League, More * * LALIGA Matchday 5: Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Atletico de Madrid headline the weekend on ESPN+ and ESPN Deportes * Bundesliga: FC Bayern Munchen aim to stay perfect Saturday on ESPN+ * NWSL on ESPN: Bay FC vs. NJ/NY Gotham - led by Esther Gonzalez & Jaedyn Shaw - Sunday, 8:30 p.m. ET on ESPN2 & ESPN+ * Eredivisie: PS more PR

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WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The American Resort Development Association issued the following news on Sept. 16, 2025: * * * Timeshare Owners Outpace Average U.S. Leisure Travelers in Fall Travel Bookings Nearly one-third of U.S. timeshare owners will use their timeshare property this fall * A recent Vacation Ownership Sentiment Index from ARDA, the trade association for the vacation ownership and timeshare industries, shows that timeshare owners are keeping America's vacation spirit alive beyond the busy summer travel season. While 70% of U more PR

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WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor Stands Up for Families to Keep Health Care Premiums and Immunizations Affordable * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) introduced two amendments to keep health care costs and immunizations affordable during a markup of seven bills by the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Castor's first amendment would permanently extend the Affordable Care Act (ACA) enhanced Premium Tax Credits (ePTCs) to keep hea more PR