The E.W. Scripps Company
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Overview
(NASDAQ: SSP · $2.16 ▼ 13.3%) About Scripps
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”
The company traces its journalism roots to The Penny Press, a newspaper that delivered daily news to Cleveland's working class. Its current news output ranges from investigative documentaries produced by Scripps News to enterprise reporting from its local television stations.
The company operates a national networks business, and its brands are available over the air, over the top, on cable and satellite TV, and through digital platforms. The company states its vision as creating connection by bringing audiences together across communities, platforms and experiences. Its motto, in use since 1923, now also serves as the company mission.
Private funding before listing
2 rounds. Latest: POST IPO DEBT, 1 Jul 2025.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jul 2025 | POST IPO DEBT | $750M |
Office locations
- Cincinnati, Ohio, US
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Recent posts from the The E.W. Scripps Company blog
- Scripps is building its future around a longstanding commitment to serving local communities.
In a new Realm Magazine feature, Scripps President and CEO Adam Symson discusses the company’s refounding, from a renewed focus on local, meaningful journalism to making live sports accessible to audiences. “Sports is just another way for us to wrap the community into something it loves,” Symson said.
- 📺 Programming alert: "Connected with Alisyn Camerota" returns to Scripps News Oct. 13.
Season two kicks off with Harry Connick Jr. and features a lineup of guests sharing powerful stories of resilience, leadership and perseverance. The series is part of a robust fall slate of original programming on Scripps News.