Scripps

The E.W. Scripps Company is a diversified media enterprise that delivers high‑quality journalism and entertainment across more than 60 local television stations in 40+ markets, making it one of the nation’s largest local broadcasters. Its portfolio includes national news outlets such as Scripps News and Court TV, as well as popular entertainment brands like ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery, and Laff, positioning the company at the intersection of news, entertainment, and digital OTT services. Scripps also holds the largest broadcast spectrum inventory in the United States, enabling flexible distribution across traditional OTA, cable, and streaming platforms. The company’s long‑standing commitment to public service is exemplified by its stewardship of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its mission to "give light and the people will find their own way."