Business and Law
FCC Says FM Station Willfully Violated Rules
Station given notice of forfeiture of $3,000 for failing to file an application on...
Susan Ashworth
Business and Law
Media Companies Beginning to Feel Pinch from Component Shortage
Recent IABM survey finds that 40% of surveyed companies report significant shortages
Business and Law
NAB Questions Fee Hike Proposed by FCC for FY2021
The commission is increasing fees to “unfair, unsustainable levels,” the NAB said
People News
Radio Industry Honors Life and Work of Doug Wilkens
Engineer and designer started life as a missionary kid with “great values that served...
Business and Law
Vermont Station Celebrates Transition to Public Ownership
In rare ownership move, Goddard College gifts its station to the community
Programming and Sales
Report Offers Guidance on Music Modernization Act
A new Library of Congress report offers guidance and resources for those looking to...
Headlines
Radio TechCon to Host Virtual Convention
One-day U.K. radio industry event set for Nov. 29
Business and Law
IPAWS Transitions to the Cloud
IPAWS engineering chief shares successes and lessons learned as the emergency alert system migrates...
Business and Law
Licensee Claims FCC Overstepped Its Bounds By Issuing $1,500 Forfeiture
The Media Bureau disagreed, citing case law and precedent when it comes to renewing...
Business and Law
Starks Cites Local News as a Pillar
Says it influences regulation and will play important public interest role for years to...
Business and Law
Sen. Cantwell Touts the Importance of Local Broadcast News
She plans to propose a broadcast tax credit and grant program totaling $2.3 billion...
Programming and Sales
Programming From Grace Broadcast Honors Veterans for Memorial Day
The “Above & Beyond” vignettes are one way for stations to celebrate Medal of...
Programming and Sales
2021 Service to America Award Honors Stations for Community Work
The 28 finalists raised more $43.4 million in funds and donations
Radio IT Management
Steps to Keeping Safety in the Studio and On the Road
The NABA has rolled out security and cybersecurity recommendations for news organizations
Global
Support for Live Music and Artists Culminate on Europe Day
The musical performances will be made available to public radio stations worldwide starting May...
Business and Law
FCC Online Event to Advance Diversity in Tech and Communications
Symposium and virtual fair to be held online April 28
Business and Law
FCC Admonishes Licensees for Missed Deadlines — but Agrees to Cancel Forfeitures
Both licensees failed to file a license renewal application on time
Business and Law
Hearing Set to Determine Ohio AM License
Administrative law judge will decide whether or not to renew the license of mostly...
Business and Law
Tribal and HBCU Stations Receive Public Media Funds for Coronavirus Outreach
More than $300,000 awarded to coordinate COVID-19 PSAs
Business and Law
Deciphering When a Commercial Station Can Pay Noncommercial Fees
In some cases, an exemption is based on the nonprofit status of the licensee...
People News
After 41 Years in Radio, McHugh Ready for Retirement
Jim McHugh committed his career to one cluster of stations and one community
Business and Law
Bill Aims to Boost Minority Involvement in Telecom Space
Legislation could play a major role in developing a pipeline of future workers from...
Business and Law
To Pay or Not to Pay
That was the question but a recent FCC decision clarifies what registration fees nonprofits...
Business and Law
FCC Rejects Call to Let Two Licenses Expire Over Nonprofit Kerfuffle
A North Carolina licensee said a Georgia broadcaster failed to pay fees and was...
Business and Law
FCC Extends Freeze to Protect Four Stations
The Media Bureau instated a freeze on accepting any applications that could interfere with...
Business and Law
WHPC Honored as Best College Radio Station
Nassau Community College-based radio station also feted with six other awards
Business and Law
Four Stations Receive Forfeitures for Same Alleged Violation: Late Filings
The FCC handed out citations to three houses of worship and one school district
Business and Law
FCC Nixes Idea to Rebrand NCE Translator as Commercial
Local broadcaster argued the FM translator licensee should not receive noncom exemptions
Programming and Sales
Growing Percentage of Audio Listening Now Happens on Mobile
AM/FM radio still commands consumed audio but the gap between traditional radio and mobile...
Programming and Sales
New Members Inducted into the National Black Radio Hall of Fame
Awards recognize contributions to African-American radio
Uncategorized
Public Media Campaign Raises $98.3 Million to Modernize Minnesota Radio
“Inspired by You” exceeds $75 million fundraising goal in effort to build more equitable...
Business and Law
New Report Reveals Podcast Trends Among Diverse Audiences
The latest Nielsen report examines how podcast ad listeners are reacting to the ads...
Global
ITU Podcast Offers Insights on Radio’s Influence
In honor of World Radio Day, a new podcast looks at the way that...
Programming and Sales
Public Media Companies Rally Together on Podcast Training
Selected groups will receive $10,000 in funding to assist with production and operational expenses
Business and Law
New NAB Committee Will Address Diversity and Inclusion
The advisory group will provide insights and recommendations on ways to advance equity in...
Business and Law
Georgia LPFM Agrees to Consent Decree and to Pay $10,000 Penalty
The decision resolves an ongoing investigation into the alleged violation of the FCC’s underwriting...
Programming and Sales
Reports Offer Insights on the Podcast Listener
Podcasting is one area that continues to see significant growth, so say Westwood One...
Headlines
FCC to Host Summit on Finding Jobs in the Tech Sector
The Road Map to Tech Jobs event is set for January 15
Programming and Sales
Determining How Many Ads a Station Needs to Run to Get Results
A new study offers guidance as to how much and how often an audience...
Business and Law
CMT Radio Virtual Holiday Party to Benefit Children’s Hospitals
Affiliates and open markets are invited to download the program on Dec. 14
Business and Law
Florida Licensee Sees Construction Permit Revoked After Procedural Missteps
Florida Community Radio was looking to build a NCE station in Horseshoe Beach, Fla.