Charlie Rose and Gayle King in CBS ‘Early’ Plan
The network is set to announce new hosts and a hard-news approach for its morning show.
Media Decoder Blog: Can Charlie Rose and Gayle King Revive CBS’s ‘Early Show’?
The show, which has long lagged in the ratings, is trying something completely different in the morning.
‘The Good Wife’ Taking Late Hits From N.F.L.
Football games often delay the start of “The Good Wife,” much to the frustration of its fans (and their DVRs).
Andy Rooney Draws Accolades of a Sort He Punctured
Following his death this weekend, Andy Rooney’s name has been linked with some of the great writer/curmudgeons of American culture.
Media Decoder Blog: On CBS, a Final Tip of the Hat to Andy Rooney
CBS re-played Andy Rooney's words one more time on Sunday, two days after the long-time commentator died in New York City.
CBS and DirecTV Results Attest to Media Strength
Flying in the face of a weak economy, the CBS Corporation said Thursday that advertising revenues were stable in the third quarter of the year.
Media Decoder Blog: Court Affirms ‘Wardrobe Malfunction’ Ruling
A federal appeals court on Wednesday again threw out a $550,000 fine against CBS by the F.C.C. for Janet Jackson’s famed “wardrobe malfunction” during the 2004 Super Bowl.
Media Decoder Blog: ’60 Minutes’ Draws Viewers With the Madoffs
Interest in the first interview with the wife and son of Bernard Madoff gave "60 Minutes" strong ratings on Sunday night.
TV Audience Shrinking on Friday Nights
Friday is, after Saturday, the loneliest night of the week in the television business, particularly for networks that appeal to younger viewers.
Media Decoder Blog: Deal With Time Warner Brings the CW to Netflix
Time Warner's Warner Brothers Television Group and the CBS Corporation have reached a four-year deal with Netflix, giving it the rights to stream shows from the CW network.
The TV Watch: ‘The Early Show’ on CBS Is Sober but Stronger
The pared-down look and no-nonsense sensibility of “The Early Show” demonstrates how far it trails “Today” and “Good Morning America” in ratings. It’s also a sign of how weakness can become a strength.
