The few local ads that are sold by cable operators do, however, run without the ticker.

But no local ads on radio or television or in newspapers are budgeted for any market.

Combined local and national ad revenue increased 3 percent in July, the bureau said, compared with the month a year earlier.

But local ads make up a little more than a third of overall ad sales in the United States.

Check back later for the next local ad.

Some local ads also focus on staff members who are apparently working late to keep up with their reading.

Combined local and national ad revenue declined 4 percent in November, the bureau said, compared with a year ago.

Finally, use the Internet and local classified ads to find out how many similar cars are on the market.

Cable operators are not allowed to sell local ads on superstations.

There may be more national ads and few local ads.