sinclair media

Sinclair Broadcast Group, also known as Sinclair, Inc., is a major American telecommunications conglomerate specializing in local television broadcasting. It is the second-largest operator of television stations in the U.S., with ownership or operation of 193 stations covering about 40% of American households. Sinclair owns stations affiliated with all major networks including Fox, NBC, CBS, and ABC, and also owns specific digital multicast networks and the Tennis Channel. The company is headquartered in Cockeysville, Maryland, and is publicly traded. Known politically for its conservative stance, Sinclair has received criticism regarding politically motivated programming and news coverage. It has been involved in controversies related to political coverage, including the 2016 presidential election, and has at times mandated certain editorial scripts to its stations. Sinclair has also taken recent notable actions such as preempting "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on its ABC affiliates as of September 2025. Its revenue was reported as $5.9 billion in 2020, making it a Fortune 500 company by 2021. Sinclair is continuously evolving, providing content through various platforms including over-the-air broadcasting, digital services, and podcasts, aiming to engage audiences through storytelling in news, sports, and entertainment. This overview covers Sinclair's media presence, ownership, and political influence in the broadcast landscape in the U.S. as of 2025.