Business and Law
Florida Radio Pirate Agrees to $11K FCC Fine
Consent decree ends investigation into "Radio Ideal's" unauthorized broadcasts, which date back to 2017
FCC
Business and Law
SBE Proposes Easing FCC’s FM Interference Rules
Expanded band access and reduced efficiency burden sought for AM
Reader's Forum
Letter: Don’t Ditch the FCC’s Public File Requirement
It serves an important purpose, writes Dennis Jackson
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
Columns and Views
The U.S. FM Landscape by the Numbers
From directional antennas to the most common slogan, a data-driven dive
Reader's Forum
Letter: Fix the AM Stations That Exist Instead of Adding More
An Alaska PD responds to a proposition for new stations to be built
Business and Law
ARRL Seeks Entry-Level HF Privileges in FCC Proposal
Amateur radio association said filing reflects need to update rules for digital modes
Business and Law
WRCK(AM) License Renewed After FCC Public File Violations
New York AM station enters consent decree, agrees to implement compliance plan
Business and Law
FCC Application Fees Will Increase on May 23
They are tied to inflation and are adjusted every two years
News and Business
Wireless Microphone Alliance Pushes Forward With FCC Filings
Group of more than 60 members led by Shure met with officials to advocate...
Business and Law
Multicultural Groups Push for Broadcast Ownership Reform
"If local broadcasters hope to compete, we need your immediate help to level the...
Business and Law
Another Overpowered South Florida LPFM Cited by the FCC
Fort Lauderdale’s WZOP(LP) joins WZPP(LP) in receiving violation notice
Business and Law
FCC Dismisses LPFM Applicant in California Over Petition Silence
Heme Aqui Church and the MENA Coalition advance as timeshare applicants on 101.5 east...
People News
FCC’s Simington Names New Chief of Staff
Gavin Wax will serve as the commissioner’s principal advisor
Business and Law
FCC: Florida LPFM Operated at Over 800% of Authorized Power
Hollywood's WZPP(LP) has 20 days to respond with corrective plan
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
FCC Orders NC Translator Off Air Over WLUS Interference
WQDR(AM) translator in Cary must remain silent until its new directional antenna is licensed
Business and Law
FCC Grants Colorado LPFM to Engineering Society
CSWBE desires to use the station for HD Radio experimentation and STEM education
Business and Law
FCC Dismisses Arizona LPFM Applications Over Cross-Ownership Rule
Gila River Telecommunications operates four commercial LPTV stations
Business and Law
Gomez Warns That FCC Is Straying From Its Mandate
At NAB Show, commissioner criticizes inquiries into DEI and public media
News Makers
Six Ideas for the FCC to Consider
Engineer and broker Mark Heller has some suggestions for Chairman Carr
Business and Law
FCC Orders Timeshare for Fort Worth LPFM Applicants
Petition against Christian Pentecost Church over its community presence falls short
NAB Show
FCC’s Gomez, Simington to Appear at NAB Show
Gomez will host a Q&A and Simington will keynote an ATSC 3.0 session
Business and Law
73 Members of Congress Call on FCC to Loosen Broadcast Ownership Rules
69 Republicans and 4 Democrats signed a letter saying outdated ownership rules hinder broadcasters...
Business and Law
Texas Panhandle AM Loses Its License
FCC said 1060 KIJN failed to pay regulatory fees for each year since 2013
Business and Law
Louisiana AM Gets a Second Shot at FM Translator License
FCC says its Media Bureau misapplied rules in waiver denial
Business and Law
FCC Moves Forward With Broadcast Rule Revisions
Changes aim to streamline filings and eliminate outdated procedures
Business and Law
NAB Challenges FCC’s Broadcast Ownership Rules in Court
Group says broadcasters remain burdened by outdated restrictions
Gregg Skall
What’s Up With the FCC’s “Delete, Delete, Delete” Initiative?
A notice invites comment on “deregulatory initiatives” to eliminate or modify the commission's rules
Business and Law
NAB: FCC’s “60 Minutes” Investigation Is Unconstitutional, Invalid
"Nothing here indicates, let alone demonstrates, deliberate falsification or a deliberate intent to mislead"
Business and Law
Smile FM Is Denied Bid to Keep Multiple Detroit-Area Licenses
The network "avoided the need to compete" with other applicants, according to FCC
Business and Law
FCC Dismisses Florida LPFM CP Over Nonprofit Status
Saint Cloud Community Mission’s application was rejected after objection revealed late incorporation and for-profit...
Business and Law
FCC Proposes Two More Fines in Miami Pirate Sweep
The commission says Abdias Datis, linked to "Unique FM" since 2018, is a repeat...
Business and Law
FCC Sets New WEA Rules, Proposes 5G Spectrum Auction
An originator will be able to send silent alerts without vibration and sound to...
Business and Law
iHeart Responds to FCC Inquiry Into Its Artist Compensation Methods
"We do not make any overt or covert agreements about airplay with artists performing...
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...
Business and Law
President Trump Expands White House Oversight of the FCC
New executive order increases president’s grip on independent agencies
Business and Law
LPFM Hopeful in Iowa Is Denied Its Waiver Requests
The FCC found no merit to applicant's questioning of the "statutory underpinning" behind minimum...
Business and Law
New Noncom FM CP Granted in Southern Indiana
New Beginnings Movement reemerges in Seymour for authorization to build a 88.5 Class A...
Business and Law
MMTC, NABOB Pen Congratulatory Letter to Brendan Carr
Accolades also come from three other media groups
Business and Law
Ohio LPFM Application Dismissed After Tower Site Mix-Up
No longer needing a timeshare, My Community Church is granted a CP to build...
Business and Law
Court Hears Opposition to FCC’s Required Station Employment Reports
New rules create confusion for broadcasters