Nexstar Media Group is buying broadcast rival Tegna for $6.2 billion, bringing together two major players in U.S. television and the country’s local news landscape.

Enhances Nexstar’s Position as a Leading Local Media Company Preserves High-Quality Local Journalism and Diversity of Opinion Strengthens Ability to Compete with Big Tech and Big Media Expected to Drive Increased Profitability and Returns for Nexstar Shareholders IRVING,

With the announced sale of 10TV, two companies may own Central Ohio's four commercial television stations by the end of 2026.