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Randy J. Stine has spent the past 40 years working in audio production and broadcast radio news. He joined Radio World in 1997 and covers new technology and regulatory issues. He has a B.A. in journalism from Michigan State University.
News and Business
Senate Passes Cuts in Public Broadcast Funding
South Dakota senator carves out deal to help some tribal stations
Business and Law
Senate Report: Removing AM From Vehicles Presents “Public Safety Concern”
Cost analysis shows mandate would have “minimal impact” on automakers
News and Business
Estate Says Paramount Took Paul Harvey’s Story Without Telling the Rest
Lawsuit alleges a “Rest of the Story” broadcast was used in "Landman" without consent
Headlines
EAS in Software — a Better Way Forward?
For NAB the question is urgent, but one manufacturer says the FCC shouldn’t rush
Show News
Midwest Regional Broadcasters Clinic Hones In on Tech Topics
Conference kicks off mid-September in Wisconsin
Business and Law
Sage Supports “Software EAS” — If Not the Name
The company said a software-based solution will not be the right choice for every...
Business and Law
Without a Quorum, Major FCC Actions Are Likely Delayed
Commission can still get a lot done, but probably not the big stuff
Business and Law
Radio’s Regulatory Fees Are Set to Drop for Third Year
Here's how much the FCC proposes to collect this fall
Headlines
Simington and Starks Will Both Leave FCC This Week
For now, it's just Carr and Gomez, with Trusty in the wings
Business and Law
FCC 2026 Budget Proposal Totals $416.1 Million
Number of proposed full-time employees continues to decline
News Makers
Radio’s Discoverability Is at Risk
But the Jacobs brothers say the dash also opens singular opportunities
News and Business
Groups Ponder RIS — “Reductions in Stations”
Some ownership groups have been shutting down underperforming signals
Business and Law
DAS Defends Its “Cautious Approach” to Modernize EAS
Meanwhile Sage reiterates its support of the NAB plan
News and Business
NAB Says Software-Based EAS Has Overwhelming Support
Its only naysayer is “the last standing manufacturer" of EAS hardware
Business and Law
Court Blocks FCC Gender/Race Data Collection
Judges say FCC lacks authority to impose Form 395-B
News and Business
Sage Alerting Systems Looks to the Future of EAS
It supports existing hardware but says now is the time for software-based alerts
Business and Law
iHeart Digital Revenue Surged in Q1
But traditional broadcast revenue continues to shrink
Business and Law
Many Broadcasters Like NAB’s Software EAS Proposal
Converting to a software-based model “allows for more flexibility”
News Makers
Common Frequency Is a Fierce Radio Activist
Group is helping a new batch of LPFM stations onboard
Business and Law
FCC Hopes to Refine Its Foreign Ownership Rules
The agency says it supports “robust foreign investment in U.S. broadcasters”
Business and Law
Radio Seizes the Moment to Push for FCC Reforms
Broadcasters say timing is right for overhaul of regulations
News and Business
Ice Storms Devastate Broadcasters in Northern Michigan
Collapse of multiple towers knock out radio and TV stations as damage estimates rise
Business and Law
FCC Moves to Clarify Foreign Ownership Rules
Commission seeks to codify existing policies and streamline reviews in new proposal
Business and Law
NAB Swings for the Fences With “Delete, Delete” Filing
When Brendan Carr asked for suggestions about rules to cut, the NAB was ready
Business and Law
Ham Community Frets in “Delete, Delete” Comments
Many commenters worry about the future of ham radio under the FCC's deregulatory effort...
Business and Law
NAB Asks the FCC to Fast-Track Software EAS
Association is concerned about sustainability of the legacy ecosystem
Business and Law
Voice of America Fights Its Way Back
A federal judge halts the dismantling of the U.S.-funded international broadcaster (for now)
Business and Law
Judge’s Ruling Pauses Defunding of RFE/RL
International news organization says funding freeze was “unconstitutional”
Business and Law
NAB Challenges FCC’s Broadcast Ownership Rules in Court
Group says broadcasters remain burdened by outdated restrictions
News and Business
Saga Will Consider Offers for Some Tower Sites
Proceeds would likely be used for stock buybacks
Business and Law
Starks to Leave FCC This Spring
The news comes as commission awaits action on Olivia Trusty
Business and Law
New Bill Seeks to Prevent “Political Weaponization of the FCC”
Broadcast Freedom and Independence Act is introduced by Democrats
Business and Law
Public Media Coalition Renews Effort to Protect Federal Funding
Without it, “many public media stations would be forced off the air or severely...
Programming and Sales
NAB Show 2025: Broadcast Management Track
Here’s a preview of what’s on the agenda in Las Vegas
News and Business
iHeart Suffers Billion-Dollar Loss in 2024 Despite a Promising Q4
Broadcaster says political advertising brought in less than expected last fall
News and Business
Xperi Reports Q4 Operating Loss, Decline in Yearly Revenue
DTS AutoStage-equipped vehicles now exceed 10 million cars
Business and Law
FCC Chairman Questions iHeart About Artist Compensation at Music Festivals
Carr: "I want to know whether iHeart is effectively and secretly forcing musicians to...
News Makers
LeGeyt: Broadcasters Have “a New Opportunity to Tell Our Stories”
Regulatory modernization and the AM bill are among LeGeyt’s priorities
Business and Law
Trump Oversight Order May Portend Bigger Changes
“This executive order marks a significant departure from the status quo”
Business and Law
President Trump Expands White House Oversight of the FCC
New executive order increases president’s grip on independent agencies