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Members of Congress Share Concern About Geo-Targeting Proposal
Technology could lead radio broadcasters to “exclude rural areas”
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Texas Translator to Pay $1,500 Civil Penalty as part of Consent Decree
The licensee admitted that a malfunctioning studio link led the FM translator to originate...
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Xperi Inc. Completes Its Spinoff From Adeia
Parent of HD Radio and other technology brands now trades on the NYSE
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FCC Gives the OK to More EAS Improvements
Commission says radio and TV alerts will now be clearer and more accessible to...
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Stations Get a Short Fee Extension
In light of Ian, FCC has extended deadline for paying regulatory fees by two...
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GBS Attorney Responds to Claims That Letters of Support Are Suspect
Says NAB is playing mischief
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Report: Questions Raised About Support of Geo-Targeting Technology
NAB questions validity of some comments from small broadcasters
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GBS Calls Out NAB for “Disingenuous” Comments
Contention swirls around efforts to launch geo-targeting technology
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FCC to Drop “Persistent Alerts” Idea
But it's poised to adopt other proposed EAS rule changes
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FCC Again Fends Off Challenge to Translator Policies
Denies elevating cross-service translators over LPFMs
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Kentucky Senator Introduces Bill to Repeal Broadcast Ownership Limits
It would also allow joint negotiations with big tech companies
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Chicago Translator Move-In Case Is Moot
The translator that was going to move to Chicago is no longer
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Rosenworcel Lists Wireless Policy Objectives
"If we do this right, our phones will be the least interesting part of...
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Rochester Property Owner Gets “The Pirate Letter”
Enforcement Bureau sourced an 87.7 signal
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FCC Warns More Property Owners of Alleged Pirate Operations
The Enforcement Bureau sent notices to properties in New York and Michigan
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FCC Pushes for More Accessible Emergency Alerts
Radio stations would not be exempted from the proposed CAP prioritization mandate
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Broadcasters Monitor “Resilient Networks” Proceeding
FCC orders mandatory participation for wireless carriers in new initiative
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KPQS(FM) Wins License Renewal
It had been challenged with allegations of being off the air for extended period
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Xperi’s Board Approves Company Split
Stock distribution is intended to be tax-free to Xperi shareholders
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FCC Clears Way For New FM Channel in South Florida
Group made case for first local radio service in small community
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Alta Communications Backs Geotargeting
GBS points to support from a board member of Urban One
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FCC Stands Behind Selection of Winning NCE Construction Permit
The commission denied a petition that challenged Modesto Independent Media
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FCC Sends Next Batch of EEO Audit Letters
Approximately 150 radio and TV stations get the letter
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Ohio LPFM Hearing Terminated After Series of Missteps
Hearing instigated after concerns about transfer of control and candor
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Xperi Cautions Against One-Stop Approach to Receivers
Says FCC should establish guideposts for each industry as it studies spectrum usage efficiencies...
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NAB Welcomes Capitol Hill Backup on Fees
Rep. Emmer and 93 other members of Congress ask the FCC to explain
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FCC Upholds $25,000 Fine Against Florida LPFM
Jupiter Community Radio broke several important rules, commission found
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Audacy Keeps Its Business Chin Up
Despite market headwinds and stock price woes, Field says its fundamentals are strong
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iHeartMedia Emphasizes Digital in Latest Revenue Report
Company releases Q2 earnings
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BIA Supports Geo-Targeting Technology
Advertising research and data company says “local radio at a disadvantage” without it
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Thomson Broadcast Completes Acquisition of GatesAir
Deal had been announced in the spring
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CTIA Points to Advances in Wireless Emergency Alerts System
Says a growing number of smartphones are now WEA 3.0 capable
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Threshold Prevails Again in New FM Case
The FCC rejects an appeal from a local broadcaster that will see a new...
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FCC Officials Speak Out in Support of New Net Neutrality Legislation
"Clear internet access is no longer a luxury, but a necessity"
Guest Commentaries
What to Know Now About Foreign Sponsorship ID
A court recently struck down a portion of the FCC's new ID rules
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Oxenford: FCC “Cracking Down” on Long Periods of Silence
Shoert-term renewals are in the spotlight
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NAB Pushes Back Hard on FCC Fee Increase
Slams big tech companies that complain of a possible “Wi-Fi tax”
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Seven Texas Stations Limited to One-Year Renewals
Each of the stations licensed by Mekaddesh Group stayed silent for nearly a year
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Indiana Selectee Gets NCE Construction Permit Green Light
Went head-to-head with five other applicants
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Silent for Half its License Term, Station Limited to One-Year Renewal
KJMU fell silent four separate times between 2014 and 2021