Media Roundup: Election Coverage, Dolly Parton vs. Silicon Valley, Gannett CEO's Pay Cut, and More

Election Day coverage: where to watch – MediaBistro offers links to all the places where you can follow today’s election coverage live online. Editor & Publisher reporters are keeping track of local news coverage as it unfolds across the country. [Sources: Fishbowl NY, Editor & Publisher]

Bad economy good for CBS ratings — The TV network known for its aging demographic has picked up viewers across the age spectrum, including Generation Yers, with “comfort food” shows during troubled times. [Source: New York Times]

Dolly takes on Silicon Valley – Singer Dolly Parton and others argue against a proposal before the FCC today to release an unused part of the radio spectrum for wireless communication. At issue is whether the change will interfere with wireless microphones at live performances. [Source: New York Times]

Gannett CEO volunteers for pay cut – Craig Dubow agreed to cut his own pay by $200,000, or 17 percent, as he asks employees to make sacrifices. But it’s small change considering his total compensation is estimated at $7.5 million. [Source: Wired]

Chief digital officer leaves NBC — George Kiavkroff, the man who helped invent Hulu.com, is leaving NBC Universal for an undisclosed “next challenge” in the digital sphere. [Source: CNET]