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Carson Daly goes back to work

Nov 28, 2007
Carson Daly will be the first late-night talk show host to go back to work since the WGA strike began three weeks ago. Renita Jablonski reports the union is not very happy with the decision.

FCC watching cable TV closely

Nov 27, 2007
The FCC will be voting on stricter regulations for cable TV. But some critics say tighter restrictions could mean price controls or more limited programming. John Dimsdale reports.

Strike dims lights beyond Broadway

Nov 21, 2007
The Broadway stagehands' strike is costing New York City millions of dollars a day. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports the effects are also being felt by local businesses, and even charitable organizations.
A Broadway stagehand pickets in front of "A Chorus Line" during a union strike.
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Writers' picket line doubles as pitch line

Nov 13, 2007
Negotiations between the Writers Guild and the studios are going nowhere, with the strike in its second week. But walking the picket lines might just turn out to be a good career move for some. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.
Writers walk the picket line in front of Fox Studio in Los Angeles.
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U.K. stands up for U.S. writers

Nov 9, 2007
To get around the Writers Guild strike, some U.S. TV and film producers have been scouting writers in the U.K. Scott Jagow talks to Adam Dawtrey of Variety in London about U.K. writers standing with the WGA.

You're a cash cow, Charlie Brown

Nov 5, 2007
Charles Schulz's humble "Peanuts" strip grew into a $1.2 billion empire by the 1990's. Lisa Napoli talks to David Michaelis, author of a new Schulz biography, on the cartoonist's trailblazing efforts in merchandising.

Bargaining writers, studios yell 'Cut!'

Nov 1, 2007
With negotiations halted between the Writers Guild and Hollywood studios, 12,000 Guild members are expected to strike today. Sam Eaton reports on the serious economic blow the strike could land to Tinsel Town.

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Hollywood writers weigh a fade to black

Nov 1, 2007
The contract for Hollywood writers expired at midnight, and the Writers Guild of America is considering a strike. Scott Jagow examines the role of download revenue in negotiations.

For rent: Apt. w/ choice of TV service

Oct 29, 2007
For years, consumer advocates have been petitioning the FCC to strike down a rule that lets cable providers sign exclusive contracts with apartment buildings. A report says they will soon get what they wanted -- and telephone companies couldn't be happier.

FCC revisits ownership restrictions

Oct 25, 2007
A group of senators is trying to stop the FCC from further loosening media ownership rules. Jeremy Hobson reports why some believe the restrictions are still relevant, despite a growing trend towards online news.