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DirecTV and Scripps Locked in Retransmission Battle, as 54 Local TV Stations Go Dark on the Service Across 36 Markets

The retransmission battle between Scripps and DirecTV has escalated, with 54 local Scripps stations in 36 Nielsen-designated markets going dark as of 7 p.m. ET on Sunday.

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A dispute between DirecTV and Scripps has resulted in 54 local TV stations going dark on the DirecTV service across 36 markets. The blackout affects viewers in these areas, who will no longer be able to access their local TV stations through DirecTV.

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