
Denver TV Faces a New Era as Nexstar-Tegna Deal Reshapes Local News
Nexstar’s $6.2B acquisition of Tegna has closed, allowing Nexstar to own Denver’s 9News and Fox31 under a waiver that enables three-station ownership; the consolidation is expected to drive newsroom integration and cost-cutting, with fears of significant Denver layoffs and reduced local reporting, while antitrust lawsuits and federal approvals shape the path forward and raise questions about Kyle Clark’s role and community outreach.
