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Sinclair Statement On KOMO Employee Vote Regarding SAG-AFTRA Union Representation

KOMO 4 on-air staff vote to end SAG-AFTRA union representation

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KOMO 4 on-air employees in Seattle voted to decertify SAG-AFTRA as their exclusive bargaining representative. Following this, SAG-AFTRA will no longer represent these employees. Sinclair views this decision as a reflection of a strong relationship with their staff and emphasizes its commitment to being an employer of choice.

Sinclair Statement On KOMO Employee Vote Regarding SAG-AFTRA Union Representation
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Key Points

  • KOMO 4 anchors and reporters voted to end union representation by SAG-AFTRA after a decertification petition.
  • Sinclair operates 178 TV stations across 79 markets and owns various media properties, including Tennis Channel and multicast networks.
  • The company emphasizes its strong working relationship with employees and commitment to serving the community.

BALTIMORE, Aug. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sinclair today issued the following statement regarding an employee-led vote by KOMO 4 on-air employees in Seattle to determine whether they would continue to be represented by the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA).

KOMO anchors and reporters voted to end SAG-AFTRA representation, following a decertification petition filed with the National Labor Relations Board in July. Following completion of the NLRB process, SAG-AFTRA will no longer serve as the exclusive bargaining representative for employees in the unit.

Sinclair strives to be the employer of choice in every market we serve, and we believe this decision reflects the trust and strong working relationship we have built with our employees. Our employees are the heart of our company, and we value their commitment, contributions and dedication to serving the Seattle community.

About Sinclair:
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s content portfolio includes AMP Media, which produces a growing slate of original programming across multiple platforms. For more information, please visit www.sbgi.net.

Media contact: Jessica Bellucci, [email protected]

Category: General


Risks

  • Potential labor relations uncertainty or further union activity impacting employee relations and operational stability.
  • Possible reputational risks associated with changes in union representation in the broadcasting sector.
  • Labor negotiations and representation changes may influence employee morale and content production quality.

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