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Sinclair Broadcast Group

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Sinclair Broadcast Group is the second-largest television station operator in the United States, owning, operating and providing services to 178 television stations across 81 markets, with a reach to more than 40% of American households. The company's stations deliver local news and content to communities nationwide, and its journalism has earned more than 3,000 awards in six years, including over 200 Edward R. Murrow Awards and more than 500 Emmys.

Beyond station operations, Sinclair works across broadcasting technology, Next Gen Broadcast (ATSC 3.0), digital media and podcasting, and multicast network operations. Its technology subsidiaries include Dielectric, Bitpath and ONE Media, the latter focused on innovation in broadcasting, alongside a stated investment initiative in next generation broadcasting technology. AMP Media produces original podcasts and digital content.

The company's portfolio also spans sports and entertainment properties. Tennis Channel is a 24/7 destination for tennis enthusiasts, while the multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest are owned and operated by Sinclair. Industry verticals include television broadcasting, media and entertainment, sports media, local news and journalism, broadcast technology, and digital content and podcasting.

Geographic presence is concentrated in the United States across 81 markets. Sinclair states a mission of enriching the lives of the local communities it lives and works in and serves, with an emphasis on trusted reporting, community connection, and alerting, protecting and empowering viewers with life-saving information, alongside a stated commitment to innovation in broadcasting technology.

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