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O’Rielly Bashes “Anti-Capitalism Talk”
Commissioner stakes a strong stand in blog post
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FCC Requests $358 Million for 2017
Funds help the commission to finalize IT upgrades and cover cost of administering upcoming...
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Approvals Begin on Translator Moves
A review of the data suggests that 15 or so engineering firms were responsible...
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Fine Upheld in Case of J&J’s Missing Public Files
Even if outsider mischief is alleged, the licensee is liable, the FCC says
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Obama Proposes $4.1 Trillion Budget for 2017
President’s budget includes investment in cybersecurity for federal agencies and the levying of spectrum...
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Translator Talk With Tim Sawyer
The last 10 days or so have been an exciting and busy one for...
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Stations Must Act Ahead of EAS Deadline
What you need to know to meet the FCC July 30 target
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How About Translators for LPFMs?
REC Networks asks FCC to remember low-power services
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Translator Applications Slack Off on Day 2
Filing activity expected to pick up later this week as AM stations turn to...
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New Public File Rules Put Political Files in Spotlight
Commercial stations in top 50 markets are first that must comply
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AM Translator Window Opens With a Flurry
Hundreds of applications filed in first FM translator modification window
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FCC Requires Online Files for Radio
Bye-bye paper; radio stations required to begin posting public inspection files online
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FCC to Act on Online Public Files for Radio
Commission will rule on the modernization of radio station’s public inspection file rules
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FCC Again Rejects Royce Licensing Petition
A 20-year battle over the license assignment of KUDL in Sacramento
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First Venture Opens Second Translator Auction
Two dozen FM translators are up for bid in a three-day auction
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Do You Need to Make This EAS Tweak?
Note: Times for the February webinars have been corrected to “a.m.” A new year...
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NAB, NPR Reiterate Support for FM Chips in Emergency Alerting
Responding to FCC NPRM from November to strengthen the Wireless Emergency Alert service
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FCC Hands Down Fine in Translator Case
Licensee acknowledges some “erroneous data” but FCC finds no intention to deceive
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Enforcement Bureau Accuses Three of Being Pirates
The three unlicensed operators are in New York
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CRB to Tackle Royalty Rates for Public, Satellite Radio
The move follows the release of the webcast royalty rates, which was met with...
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Successful Phone, Car Connection Relies on Smart Pairing
Apple CarPlay is growing in-car integration app
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Seacrest Honored With First Digital Impact Leadership Award
Early success in radio helped spur longevity in the industry
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Alpine Announces Connected Car Partnerships
Company announces Airbiquity partnership, integrates Apple CarPlay in new dash systems
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CES — Connected Technologies Clearly the Future, Says FCC’s Wheeler
Industry can propel our connected society with reallocated broadcast spectrum, chairman said
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CES — Samsung Touts IoT With New Audio Integrations
The evolution of the refrigerator and other things Internetty
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CES — iHeartMedia Pairs With Apple TV, More New Platforms
Consumer electronics is the new frontier for the station group owner
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CES: Seeking New Connections in Autos and Audio
Hot topics-to-be at International CES — streaming and personal audio, connected cars and more
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FCC Sets Dates for 250-Mile Translator Window
Media Bureau releases procedural details and availability of technical tools
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FCC Dismisses Call for Review on Baltimore LPFM CP
Loyola University Maryland cries foul over LPFM ownership and cross-ownership issue
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FCC Hands Ham Operator $25k Fine
Levy includes $22k plus an upward adjustment of $3k for continued interference
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President Signs Emergency Information Improvement Act
Non-profit broadcasters eligible for federal aid after a natural disaster
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Pandora Puts Positive Spin on CRB Rate Ruling
Royalty rate change will not deter investment in key areas, Pandora execs say
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Two Broadcasters Enter Into Consent Decree With FCC
Stations agree to pay $8k for violating sections of the Communications Act and FCC...
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Berner Begins Making Her Moves
Changes at Cumulus are precursor to webinar about plans ‘that will facilitate a turnaround'
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FAA Releases New Marking and Lighting Rules
New advisory circular sets standards for marking and lighting obstructions that impact navigable airspace
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Rosenworcel FCC Reappointment Approved By Senate Commerce
Up next: Full Senate will now consider commissioner’s renomination
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FCC Denies Application for Philly Timeshare Review
Applicant sought review of an earlier decision on an LPFM CP, charging collusion
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Pubcasters Say FCC ID Proposal Is “Bad Policy”
“The FCC’s proposal as it would apply to NCE stations is bad policy and...
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New FCC Website Goes Live Thursday
Webinars offer insight on organizational improvements
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FCC Hosts Demo Webinar to Showcase Site Upgrade
New site goes live on Friday Dec. 10