# The FCC just shredded local TV station ownership rules, despite questionable legality - Engadget

> The FCC just shredded local TV station ownership rules, despite questionable legality This is great news for Nexstar Media Group and Sinclair Broadcast Group.

- **Source:** [Engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2231926/fcc-shredded-local-tv-station-ownership-rules-legality/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a74fc25f19f7fcdba7c7c24)
- **Published:** 2026-08-06
- **Category:** Audio & Video
- **Tags:** #local #ownership #rules #station #despite #legality #questionable #shredded
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