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CNN founder Ted Turner, a pioneer of cable TV news, dies at 87
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· May 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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A notable figure in the media industry has passed away. Ted Turner, who founded CNN, has died at the age of 87. He was a pioneer in the field of cable TV news. Further details about his life and legacy are available from news sources. For more information on Ted Turner's passing, readers in The Woodlands can visit ABC13 Houston or other news outlets for a full report.
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Category: local Published: May 6, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston Reading time: 1 min
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