"Peanuts" music owner sues U.S. government, 3 companies over use of iconic songs

Lee Mendelson Film Productions alleges the U.S. Department of the Interior illegally used the jazzy tunes in social media ...

Colbert uses 'Peanuts' music to try to get CBS sued on last 'Late Show'

Stephen Colbert tried to prank CBS during "The Late Show" finale by having his band play copyrighted "Peanuts" music, but CBS holds the license.

'Peanuts' music owner targets government, companies in copyright blitz: Report

Owner of soundtrack catalog behind “A Charlie Brown Christmas” sues federal agencies and private companies.
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Stephen Colbert Uses Copyrighted ‘Peanuts’ Music During Finale: ‘I Hope This Doesn’t Cost CBS Any Money!’

During the final episode of The Late Show, host Stephen Colbert purposely used copyrighted music during a segment, a move that could potentially cost his former bosses at CBS a lot of dough if the ...