Hearst Removes Local Channels From DISH TV Amid Carriage Dispute Over Rate Increases

Hearst removes 37 local channels from DISH TV in 27 markets
Hearst demands tens of millions in rate increases despite declining viewership
DISH says Hearst content widely available on other platforms
DISH calls it a "broken system" with programmers holding distributors hostage
DISH hopes to restore channels quickly and reach a reasonable deal

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