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RFE/RL Back in Business
"This is an encouraging sign that RFE/RL’s operations will be able to continue"
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FCC Moves Forward With Broadcast Rule Revisions
Changes aim to streamline filings and eliminate outdated procedures
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Judge’s Ruling Pauses Defunding of RFE/RL
International news organization says funding freeze was “unconstitutional”
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NAB Challenges FCC’s Broadcast Ownership Rules in Court
Group says broadcasters remain burdened by outdated restrictions
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Starks to Leave FCC This Spring
The news comes as commission awaits action on Olivia Trusty
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CPB Says FEMA Is Withholding Emergency Alerting Grant Money
It told a court that FEMA is undermining the Emergency Alert System
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Carr Creates a Council on National Security
Threats from China are a primary concern
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NAB: FCC’s “60 Minutes” Investigation Is Unconstitutional, Invalid
"Nothing here indicates, let alone demonstrates, deliberate falsification or a deliberate intent to mislead"
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Smile FM Is Denied Bid to Keep Multiple Detroit-Area Licenses
The network "avoided the need to compete" with other applicants, according to FCC
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New Bill Seeks to Prevent “Political Weaponization of the FCC”
Broadcast Freedom and Independence Act is introduced by Democrats
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At Risk of Delisting, Cumulus Faces a NASDAQ Deadline
The net worth of the company is below the market's listing minimums
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Public Media Coalition Renews Effort to Protect Federal Funding
Without it, “many public media stations would be forced off the air or severely...
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Local Radio Freedom Act Is Reintroduced in Senate
The familiar dance continues around "freedom" and "fairness" measures
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FCC Dismisses Florida LPFM CP Over Nonprofit Status
Saint Cloud Community Mission’s application was rejected after objection revealed late incorporation and for-profit...
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FCC Proposes Two More Fines in Miami Pirate Sweep
The commission says Abdias Datis, linked to "Unique FM" since 2018, is a repeat...
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FCC Sets New WEA Rules, Proposes 5G Spectrum Auction
An originator will be able to send silent alerts without vibration and sound to...
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NAB Launches Ad Campaign for Ownership Rule Reform
Meanwhile Curtis LeGeyt met with Chairman Brendan Carr last week to press its case
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Cumulus Posts Loss, Revenue Drop for 2024
Broadcast revenue fell 5.1% but digital again was a bright spot
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iHeart Responds to FCC Inquiry Into Its Artist Compensation Methods
"We do not make any overt or covert agreements about airplay with artists performing...
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FCC Chairman Questions iHeart About Artist Compensation at Music Festivals
Carr: "I want to know whether iHeart is effectively and secretly forcing musicians to...
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Trump Oversight Order May Portend Bigger Changes
“This executive order marks a significant departure from the status quo”
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President Trump Expands White House Oversight of the FCC
New executive order increases president’s grip on independent agencies
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LeGeyt: It’s Time to “Modernize” Ownership Rules
He also says “newsrooms must be able to report without fear or favor”
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Shure Forms Wireless Microphone Spectrum Alliance
WMSA will work to ensure access to RF spectrum for wireless microphones
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LPFM Hopeful in Iowa Is Denied Its Waiver Requests
The FCC found no merit to applicant's questioning of the "statutory underpinning" behind minimum...
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NATE Releases Environmental & Regulatory Guidance to Contractors
For broadcasters, this includes abiding regulations specific to new tower builds
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CBO: AM Bill Would Pose “Small” Increase in EV Production Costs
Automakers beg to differ
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New Noncom FM CP Granted in Southern Indiana
New Beginnings Movement reemerges in Seymour for authorization to build a 88.5 Class A...
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MMTC, NABOB Pen Congratulatory Letter to Brendan Carr
Accolades also come from three other media groups
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U.S. Radio Industry Hits $2.1 Billion in Digital Revenue
Streaming video has surpassed streaming audio as radio's top digital product
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Xperi Asks FCC to Reject Challenge to Asymmetric Sideband Order
Press Communications, concerned about interference, wants FCC to institute more reporting requirements
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FCC Cautions Stations About Artist Promotions
Sen. Blackburn expressed concerns to Carr about a “troubling tactic”
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Ohio LPFM Application Dismissed After Tower Site Mix-Up
No longer needing a timeshare, My Community Church is granted a CP to build...
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Court Hears Opposition to FCC’s Required Station Employment Reports
New rules create confusion for broadcasters
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FCC Invites Public to Comment on “60 Minutes” Case
Gomez slams “news distortion” effort as fishing expedition, criticizes disclosure
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Senate Committee Moves AM Bill Forward, Again
The legislation is also reintroduced in the House
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Nautel Expects Tariffs Would Not Hinder U.S. Clients
“We are exceptionally well positioned to continue to serve the U.S. market”
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New LPFM Station CP Is Granted Near Dallas
The FCC dismissed a fellow MX group applicant for failure to meet its localism...
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FCC Chair Brendan Carr Orders Investigation Into PBS, NPR Sponsorships
Letter draws immediate condemnation from FCC commissioners Starks and Gomez
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Markey, Cruz Reintroduce AM Bill in the Senate
The legislation would require AM radio reception in new cars
Gregg Skall
An Overview of the FM Translator Rules
Attorney Gregg Skall dips into the Code of Federal Regulations