4 minority-owned cable channels to debut over 2 years on Comcast

Comcast will launch four minority-owned networks on its cable-TV systems in the next two years, including channels spearheaded by music mogul Sean "P. Diddy" Combs and NBA great Magic Johnson.

Ideas abound for next ‘Soul Train’ act

Washington — Before the death of Don Cornelius stirred pangs of “Soul Train” nostalgia in the American public, a group of black entrepreneurs already had begun working to revive Cornelius’ creation and carry it beyond the continued popularity of the show’s dances and television reruns.

Wednesday TV pick: 'House Hunters'

HGTV’s hit show “House Hunters” tries to help a Detroit couple find the home of their dreams when the show airs at 10 tonight.

Magic Johnson to launch TV network via Comcast

Los Angeles— More than 20 years after he last played pro basketball, former Los Angeles Lakers star Magic Johnson is ready for a whole new game: running his own TV network.

Oscar hype purposely low key this year

At the Kodak Theater in Hollywood, where the Oscars will be staged this Sunday, every entrance is decked with a sign that warns unauthorized people to keep out.

Tuesday TV pick: 'Southland'

Get a little grit under your nails when TNT’s hit crime drama “Southland” airs at 10 tonight. On this week’s installment, Detective Sammy Bryant (Shawn Hatosy) tries to make amends after a young man who agreed to testify in one of his cases is murdered.

Who’s who of new hit series ‘Smash’

Late to the game for NBC’s behind-the-Broadway-musical-scenes hit “Smash?” Catch up with this primer on the main characters — the producer (Angelica Huston), the director (Jack Davenport), the writer (Debra Messing) and the stars (Megan Hilty and Katherine McPhee) — complete with where you know the actor from, his/her character’s role and a personal bit from each. The show airs at 10 tonight.

YouTube enlists big-name help to redefine channels

Culver City, Calif.— YouTube is enlisting Hollywood's help to reach a generation of viewers more familiar with smartphones than TV remotes.

TV pick: 'American Experience: Clinton'

In time for Presidents Day, PBS is tracking the life, marriage and political career of former President Bill Clinton.

‘Walking Dead’ tries to lurch past criticism

As “The Walking Dead’s” six remaining episodes this season kicked off last Sunday, everything has changed for our survivors. Turns out, the series itself faces a similar turning point. From now on, viewers will see episodes entirely crafted by Glen Mazzara, the guy who had the thankless task of taking over as top producer when original “showrunner” Frank Darabont was fired.

Cirque du Soleil to perform at Oscars

Aerialists, acrobats and contortionists are among the guests at this year’s Academy Awards. The three-minute Cirque do Soleil performance planned for the awards telecast is “unique for this one evening” and not taken from any of the troupe’s 22 productions playing around the world.

'Colbert Report' to return Monday after absence

New York— A representative for Stephen Colbert says "The Colbert Report" will return Monday after a sudden break due to the ailing health of the star's mother.

NAACP Image Awards pays tribute to Whitney Houston

Los Angeles —A bevy of stars turned out for the "43rd NAACP Image Awards" and although there were very few surprises when it came to the evening's big winners — including Viola Davis' Outstanding Actress victory for "The Help" — a reflective and sometimes somber tone made the ceremony impossible to ignore.

Small actor, big laughs on ‘Life’s Too Short’

Who could have predicted that enough time would pass to make dwarf tossing almost legitimate?

Weekend TV pick: 'The Simpsons'

There’s a whole generation of TV viewers who only know a world in which “The Simpsons” exists. D’oh. That’s what happens when a show has been on the air for 23 ...

‘Bizarre Foods’ chef likes Detroit

Celebrity chef and renowned gastronome Andrew Zimmern shot his Travel Channel show “Bizarre Foods America” in and around the city for a week last year, and the ...

Bernie Mac: There’s more to his story

“I Ain’t Scared of You: A Tribute to Bernie Mac,” Sunday night on Comedy Central, contains affectionate and often funny testimony to Bernie Mac’s skills as a ...

Friday TV pick: 'The 43rd NAACP Image Awards'

Expect an all-star lineup when “The 43rd NAACP Image Awards” air at 8 tonight on NBC. Hosted by Sanaa Latham (“Contagion” and “The Cleveland Show”) and Anthony ...

Johnny Galecki rides rocket to stardom with ‘Big Bang Theory’

Johnny Galecki seeks to be average. The star of “The Big Bang Theory” talks about his longing to play ordinary, run-of-the mill figures rather than the larger- ...

ABC’s new show flows with ingenuity, energy

ABC’s new Tuesday night show “The River” is a nifty supernatural adventure tale set in mysterious river-riven regions of the uncharted Amazon. Topographically ...

Thursday TV pick: 'Remembering Whitney: The Oprah Interview'

In September 2009, music legend Whitney Houston sat down with Oprah Winfrey for a revealing interview that was supposed to mark the Grammy-winning artist’s ...

Wednesday TV pick: 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation'

The ever-changing tide on CBS’ “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation” continues to ebb and flow when Elisabeth Shue joins the cast on tonight’s episode.

Tuesday TV Pick: 'Justified'

FX’s “Justified” is one of TV’s best dramas because its writers instill so much in all of the show’s characters — even the little folks.

TV Pick: 'Smash'

The suspense continues to build when the second installment of NBC's risky-but-wonderful new musical-within-a-musical "Smash" airs at 10 tonight.

Foos win 4 at Grammys, overshadowed by Houston

Los Angeles— The Grammys got under way on Sunday, with the Recording Academy trying to focus on music's biggest night after of the death of one of ...

Diana Ross, Steve Jobs honored at Grammy ceremony

Los Angeles— Diana Ross thinks she should receive a lifetime achievement Grammy for being a mother — not a music legend.

One thing’s for sure, it will be Adele’s night

'And the winner is … Adele!" "And the winner is … Adele!" "And the winner is … Adele!"

Saturday TV pick: 'Dateline'

Luke Russert, the son of late-great broadcast journalist Tim Russert, will make his debut as a correspondent on NBC’s “Dateline” Sunday night.

Two-disc release pairs Disney flick, ‘Shake It Up’ series

This week's new video releases for kids, teens and families include the Disney Channel's romantic comedy "Geek Charming," Sprout's spritely "Chloe's Closet," ...