CBS is changing the network affiliations of television stations in six markets, moving them from Nexstar-owned stations to stations owned by Hearst Television and Forum Communications. The changes are scheduled to take effect on August 1.
Nexstar announced that it will continue carrying CBS in 36 other markets under extended affiliation agreements. However, six of its stations will lose the CBS affiliation and likely pick up other networks. The affected markets were not specified in the announcement.
TV station affiliations are agreements between networks and local stations to broadcast their programming. Such switches happen occasionally when contracts expire or when stations seek different networks.
Hearst Television operates stations in various markets across the U.S., while Forum Communications is a smaller broadcaster based in the Midwest. The deal allows CBS to expand its presence through these partners in the six markets.
The move reflects the ongoing dynamics in the broadcast industry, where networks and station groups negotiate affiliation terms to maximize reach and revenue.