ABC's THE MIDDLE to End Its Run Next YearAugust 2, 2017The upcoming ninth season of ABC's critically acclaimed fan-favorite series THE MIDDLE will be its final one. It was announced by Channing Dungey, president, ABC Entertainment.
MEET THE PRESS Hits the Big Screen for First-Ever Documentary Film FestivalAugust 2, 2017In a dramatic brand expansion, NBC News'MEET THE PRESS WITH CHUCK TODD will hit the big screen for the first time this fall, joining forces with the American Film Institute (AFI) for an innovative documentary film festival premiere featuring must-watch untold stories of American politics.
NBC Sports Teams with MRN for NASCAR XFinity Series Race Coverage from Watkins GlenAugust 2, 2017NBC Sports Group and Motor Racing Network will partner to present NASCAR XFINITY Series race coverage from Watkins Glen International, this Saturday, August 5, at 2 p.m. ET on NBCSN. Featuring a collaboration of NBC Sports Group and MRN's expertise covering live NASCAR races, Saturday's race telecast will be called from multiple vantage points throughout the historic 2.45 - mile road course in Watkins Glen, NY.
ESPN2 to Televise NBA Africa Game 2017August 2, 2017ESPN2 will televise NBA Africa Game 2017 live on Saturday, Aug. 5, at 11 a.m. ET. The game will emanate from the Ticketpro Dome in Johannesburg, South Africa, and will air exclusively on ESPN2 in the U.S.
Jac Collinsworth Joins ESPN's Sunday NFL CountdownAugust 2, 2017Jac Collinsworth is joining ESPN's Sunday NFL Countdown this fall as a features reporter. The Notre Dame graduate will offer player profiles and other unique stories for ESPN's Sunday NFL Countdown pregame show starting in September. During the NFL offseason, he will also contribute to NFL Live.