KCET stretches BBC News agreement

La independent pubcaster KCET has extended its agreement using the BBC to air syndicated daily newser "BBC World News America." Additionally towards the Katty Kay-moored new halfhour, KCET will even still air selected BBC World News bulletins. "This partnership will have an important role in featuring both our flagship U.S. newscast 'BBC World News America' and our 24/7 funnel, BBC World News -- and can complement our contracts with major U.S. cable operators," stated Richard Porter, controller British of BBC Global News. Contact Jon Weisman at jon.weisman@variety.com