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Major Broadcasters Launch NextGen TV on Five Local Television Stations in Albany, NY

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

NextGen TV adds a new dimension to TV viewing, with vibrant video and new Voice+ dialogue enhancement that brings voices to the foreground.

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  • NextGen TV adds a new dimension to TV viewing, with vibrant video and new Voice+ dialogue enhancement that brings voices to the foreground.
  • Features available on NextGen TV will vary by device and station, as broadcasters roll out service across the country.
  • Todays launch in Albany follows a decade of development and months of planning and preparation by the local stations.
  • WCWN will broadcast its own programming, as well as the programming of the other participating stations, in NextGen TV format.

Sinclair Broadcast Group’s Alan Frank to be Inducted into the Pennsylvania Broadcast Hall of Fame

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) today announced Alan B. Frank, Senior Vice President and Group Manager, will be honored by the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters (PAB) and inducted into the Pennsylvania Broadcast Hall of Fame.

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  • Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) today announced Alan B. Frank, Senior Vice President and Group Manager, will be honored by the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters (PAB) and inducted into the Pennsylvania Broadcast Hall of Fame.
  • The Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters promotes collaboration between radio and television broadcast station owners, managers, and staff across the state.
  • The PAB Hall of Fame designation is awarded to broadcast station ownership or managers commemorating careers of merit and distinction.
  • Frank currently serves as Senior Vice President and Group Manager for Sinclair Broadcast Group where he oversees stations in 14 markets.

Sinclair Broadcast Group Partners with Global Red Cross to Raise Funds for Ukraine

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Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Sinclair Broadcast Group today announced the company has launched Sinclair Cares : Ukraine Relief, a fundraising partnership with Global Red Cross to help with their humanitarian relief efforts on the ground in Ukraine and neighboring countries.

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  • Sinclair Broadcast Group today announced the company has launched Sinclair Cares : Ukraine Relief, a fundraising partnership with Global Red Cross to help with their humanitarian relief efforts on the ground in Ukraine and neighboring countries.
  • To learn more about Sinclair Cares: Ukraine Relief and to assist with the humanitarian relief effort, please visit www.SinclairCares.com .
  • Sinclair Cares utilizes the strength of Sinclair Broadcast Groups properties to uplift organizations and inspire audiences and employees to make a positive impact in their communities.
  • Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local sports and news.

Major Broadcasters Launch NextGen TV on Five Local Television Stations in Flint, MI

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

NextGen TV adds a new dimension to TV viewing, with vibrant video and new Voice+ dialogue enhancement that brings voices to the foreground.

Key Points: 
  • NextGen TV adds a new dimension to TV viewing, with vibrant video and new Voice+ dialogue enhancement that brings voices to the foreground.
  • Features available on NextGen TV will vary by device and station, as broadcasters roll out service across the country.
  • Todays launch in Flint follows a decade of development and months of planning and preparation by the local stations.
  • WBSF will broadcast its own programming, as well as the programming of the other participating stations, in NextGen TV format.

Sinclair Broadcast Group Names Rebecka Butcher Vice President/General Manager in Flint, MI

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Monday, March 14, 2022

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) today announced Rebecka Butcher has been named Vice President/General Manager of WSMH (FOX) in Flint, MI.

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  • Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) today announced Rebecka Butcher has been named Vice President/General Manager of WSMH (FOX) in Flint, MI.
  • Butcher, who served as VP and General Manager of WEYI/WBSF from 2008-2015, returns to the stations from Adams Outdoor Advertising, where she most recently served as the General Sales Manager.
  • In making the announcement, Rob Weisbord, Sinclairs Chief Operating Officer and President of Broadcast said, Rebecka is well-respected with deep relationships in the community.
  • Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local sports and news.

Universal Tennis and Amazon Announce Rights Deal and Investment to Elevate Game of Tennis

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022

Prime Video and Universal Tennis will have more to share about the launch of the UTR PTT Channel in the coming months.

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  • Prime Video and Universal Tennis will have more to share about the launch of the UTR PTT Channel in the coming months.
  • We are excited to announce this collaboration with Amazon, commented Mark Leschly, Chairman and CEO, Universal Tennis.
  • Universal Tennis also announced Jeff Blackburn, SVP of Global Media and Entertainment at Amazon, will join the Universal Tennis Board of Directors.
  • Working with host venues and national Federations, Universal Tennis provides additive and complementary opportunities to help emerging players and the broader tennis community.

Sinclair Broadcast Group’s The National Desk Announces Weekend Edition Launching Across US on March 5

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Thursday, March 3, 2022

The National Desk (TND), Sinclair Broadcast Groups national news program providing real-time national and regional news from across Sinclairs television stations, today announced The National Desk will be adding a weekend edition.

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  • The National Desk (TND), Sinclair Broadcast Groups national news program providing real-time national and regional news from across Sinclairs television stations, today announced The National Desk will be adding a weekend edition.
  • TND Weekend Edition will be anchored by Eugene Ramirez, who will continue to serve as Live Desk Anchor for TNDs weekday evening edition.
  • TND Weekend Edition will also feature TNDs journalists covering Capitol Hill examining the key issues being debated in the halls of Congress.
  • Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local sports and news.

Sinclair Announces Promotions

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI), a diversified media company and a leader in local news and sports, announced the following promotions.

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  • Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI), a diversified media company and a leader in local news and sports, announced the following promotions.
  • We congratulate all these individuals on their new roles and look forward to their contributions as we continue to evolve and innovate.
  • Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local sports and news.
  • Sinclairs content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and digital and streaming platforms NewsOn and STIRR.

Sinclair Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend by 25%, Declares $0.25 Per Share

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share on the Company's Class A and Class B common stock, an increase of 25%.

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  • Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share on the Company's Class A and Class B common stock, an increase of 25%.
  • The dividend is payable on March 21, 2022, to the holders of record at the close of business on March 7, 2022.
  • Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local sports and news.
  • The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net .

Sinclair Broadcast Group Names Rob Weisbord Chief Operating Officer and President of Broadcast

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) today announced Rob Weisbord has been elevated to Chief Operating Officer of the corporation and President of Broadcast.

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  • Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) today announced Rob Weisbord has been elevated to Chief Operating Officer of the corporation and President of Broadcast.
  • Weisbord, who has served as the companys President of Broadcast and Chief Advertising Revenue Officer since 2020, will continue to report to Chris Ripley, President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Since joining Sinclair in 1997, Weisbord has served in various executive management positions for the Company including Chief Operating Officer of Sinclair Digital Group, Vice President of New Media, Director of Digital Interactive Marketing, Regional Group Manager, and General Manager for the Companys Las Vegas duopoly of KVMY-TV and KVCW-TV.
  • Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local sports and news.