Many Local Television Stations, Notably Those in the Major Markets

Many local television stations, notably those in the major markets, have extended the length of their evening newscasts because

A) news has become a popular and profitable commodity.
B) there is more news to report.
C) FCC regulations require longer newscasts.
D) newscasts are less expensive to produce than other kinds of programs.
E) they want to counter news programs offered on cable systems.