The rumor is that WPLG snagged rights to Dr. Phil and Judge Judy. As part of the agreenment with King World, Dr. Phil must air at the 5pm slot, no ifs or buts. With that WPLG’s 5pm newscast will be removed. Dr. Phil currently runs on WFOR at 3pm to 4pm, Judge Judy has been WSVN’s lead-in for the 5pm news airing at 4pm.
Thanks Jimmy
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