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Friday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS, ABC Share Demo Crown in Tight Race

17 hours 29 min ago
The Eye's "Blue Bloods" is once again the most-watched program last night.

ABC Ranks #1 on Friday in Adults 18-49 - "20/20" is the Top-Rated Show

17 hours 35 min ago
ABC spins the numbers for Friday, February 3.

Development Update: Friday, February 3

February 3, 2012 - 2:59pm
Updates include: Andre Braugher to star in ABC's "Last Resort"; Michael Angarano, JoAnna Garcia Swisher land leads in CBS comedies; and FOX adds three more pilots to its roster.

Thursday's Cable Ratings: "Jersey Shore" Falls to Season Low

February 3, 2012 - 6:42am
Plus: numbers for Showtime's "Brooklyn Boheme," OWN's "Love Etc." and HBO's "The Union."

NBC Details "30 Rock" DVR Issue

February 3, 2012 - 6:10am
Inaccurate listings caused some DVRs to fail to record last night's episode, impacting its ratings.

FOX Tuesday Night Half-Hour Comedy Block Launches March 6

February 3, 2012 - 5:12am
Plus: "Glee" to return on April 10 following its winter finale on February 21.

ABC's "The River" Presents a New and Unique Interactive Experience Through XBox Live Before the Series Premiere on Tuesday, February 7

February 3, 2012 - 4:11am
The experience on Xbox Live allows viewers to go behind the scenes and uncover clues related to the disappearance of Dr. Emmet Cole.

NBC Unveils Intriguing New Drama "Awake" to Premiere on Thursday, March 1 (10-11 P.M. ET)

February 3, 2012 - 2:40am
Plus: "The Firm" will move from Thursdays (10-11 p.m. ET) to Saturdays (9-10 p.m. ET) beginning February 11.

Cameron Diaz to Present at 84th Academy Awards(R) on Oscar Sunday, February 26 on ABC

February 3, 2012 - 2:13am
Diaz will be seen next in "What to Expect When You're Expecting" and "Gambit."

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network to Present "Family Affair" - Intensely Personal Documentary Examines a Family's History of Abuse Premieres Thursday, March 1

February 3, 2012 - 2:12am
Shot over several years, the first documentary by Chico Colvard probes his own family's struggle with abuse and their complex family dynamic.

"Live! With Kelly" Presents a Special One-Hour Post-Oscar(R) Show Live from the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood

February 3, 2012 - 2:03am
The special will be broadcast the morning after the big event, airing live from Hollywood on Monday, February 27 at 9:00 a.m., ET.

Five Additional Games for NFL Network's "Thursday Night Football"

February 3, 2012 - 1:39am
The 13-game slate runs from Weeks 2-15 (skipping Week 12), assuring all 32 NFL teams will now play at least one primetime game in 2012.

"Big Bang Theory" and "Person of Interest" Hit Series-High Ratings

February 3, 2012 - 1:28am
CBS spins the numbers for Thursday, February 2.

Travel Channel Premieres All-New Series "Vegas Stripped" With Special Back-to-Back Episodes on Wednesday, February 8 at 10:00 PM and 10:30 PM ET/PT

February 3, 2012 - 1:07am
The series gives viewers "an exclusive all-access pass to the inner workings of South Point Casino in each half-hour episode."

ABC's Thursday Dramas Gain Viewers Over Last Originals

February 3, 2012 - 12:59am
ABC spins the numbers for Thursday, February 2.

An Engaged Couple Tests Their Relationship by Dating Other People When "Last Dates Before I Do" Premieres February 10 on CMT

February 3, 2012 - 12:53am
Steve Arterburn hosts the one-hour special, premiering that Friday at 10:00/9:00c.

Syfy's Smash Hit "Face Off" Sets Series Highs for Second Time This Season in Total Viewers and Adults 25-54

February 3, 2012 - 12:46am
Syfy spins the numbers for Wednesday, February 1.

Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: FOX Tops Demos, CBS Wins Total Viewers

February 3, 2012 - 12:42am
Head-to-head however, "The Big Theory" bests the FOX juggernaut among adults 18-49.

"Psych" Stars James Roday & Dule Hill Express Themselves Through Madonna in Super Bowl Promo

February 3, 2012 - 12:24am
The customized promo for the fan favorite USA Network series will run during NBC's pre-show.

BBC America March Highlights: Primetime Original "No Kitchen Required" and the Return of Dramaville's Acclaimed "Whitechapel"

February 3, 2012 - 12:04am
Plus: look for the debut of "Katy Brand's Big Ass Show" and season four of "Kitchen Nightmares."