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The rule generally has exemptions, such as newscasts covering breaking events, interview programs and coverage of live events.—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 11 June 2026 Californians couldn’t escape billionaire Tom Steyer’s political ads — during newscasts, sitcoms or sporting events; on streaming services, YouTube, influencers’ social media feeds; or in their mailboxes.—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026 If the game runs longer than usual, the postgame show will be shorter, because WPLG doesn’t want to make a habit of delaying its late newscast.—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 10 June 2026 Bilton replaced the show's longtime producer Tanya Simon, who was one of several staffers let go from the newscast.—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for newscast