Nexstar Media Group is one of the largest owners of local TV stations in the US, with a vast portfolio of broadcast properties. It reaches nearly 70% of US TV households through owned and operated stations.

Core Holdings

Nexstar primarily owns 197 full-power TV stations across 116 markets as of recent data. These include major network affiliates like ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC, The CW, and MyNetworkTV. Key examples span dozens of cities.

  • Nevada : KLAS-TV (CBS) in Las Vegas, acquired 2015.
  • Texas : KXAN-TV (NBC) in Austin; KDAF (CW) in Dallas–Fort Worth; multiple in markets like Amarillo, Lubbock, and San Antonio.
  • New Mexico : KRQE (CBS/Fox) and affiliates in Albuquerque–Santa Fe.
  • Missouri : KOLR (CBS), KOZL-TV (MyTV), KRBK (Fox) in Springfield–Branson.
  • Other states : Stations in Montana (e.g., KSVI-ABC/CW in Billings), Nebraska, South Dakota, and more.

Expansion History

Founded in 1996, Nexstar grew aggressively via acquisitions like Media General (2016) and Tribune Media (2019). This cemented its dominance in local news and sports. By January 2026, it also runs 120 local websites and 284 mobile apps for digital reach.

Beyond TV Stations

Nexstar invests in digital tools, like apps prioritizing weather and crime news for user retention. Note: A separate "Nexstar Network" exists for HVAC services, but that's unrelated to the media giant.

TL;DR : Nexstar owns ~200 local TV stations (mostly affiliates), digital sites/apps, serving 70% of US homes—check their stations page for the full, updated list.

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