Blackout: Sports fans are fuming as Disney’s dispute with YouTube TV keeps ABC and ESPN channels blacked out for YouTube TV subscribers, meaning no Monday Night Football or coverage of SEC games. Disney says YouTube TV won’t pay market rates; YouTube TV says Disney’s proposal would drive prices higher for customers while benefitting its rivals. YouTube TV is offering a $20 credit if the blackout continues. The fight comes amid skyrocketing sports rights costs. Read more from Business Insider.
Facing lawsuit: The Louisiana Environmental Action Network has filed a federal lawsuit against Atalco Gramercy, alleging repeated illegal toxic discharges from the state’s only alumina refinery. The suit cites extensive LDEQ inspection findings and seeks civil penalties, fees and an injunction to stop future violations under the Clean Water Act. Read more from Louisiana Illuminator.
Going private: Denny’s has agreed to be taken private in a $322 million deal led by the private-equity firm behind P.F. Chang’s and TGI Fridays. Denny’s stockholders will receive $6.25 in cash for each Denny’s share, a 52% premium to its closing stock price on Monday. Read more from The Wall Street Journal.
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