Business and Law
LP-250 FM Petition Draws Lots of Interest
Most comments are positive but NAB objects to a "total overhaul" of LPFM
FCC
Business and Law
LPFM Sees Call Sign Deleted After Unauthorized Broadcasting Claim
In addition to procedural missteps, Chinese Voice of Golden City allegedly showed lack of...
Business and Law
FCC Ownership Report Season Is Ahead
The Media Bureau reminds U.S. broadcasters of the two-year cycle
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...
Business and Law
LPFM Rules Are on FCC Meeting Agenda
Move appears to bring new LPFM filing window closer
Business and Law
FCC Throws Lifeline to an FM6 Station
Temporary extension suggests commission’s mind isn’t made up yet on Franken FMs
Business and Law
NAB Questions Fee Hike Proposed by FCC for FY2021
The commission is increasing fees to “unfair, unsustainable levels,” the NAB said
Business and Law
FCC Receives 158 Applications for CP Auction
Auction 109 bidding schedule to be announced in early July
Business and Law
Here Are the Latest Call Sign Changes
An Audacy FM in Los Angeles is among those changing their letters
Business and Law
FCC Collects Feedback on Using Internet for EAS Alerts
Online alerts would present technical challenges to pure-play streaming services
Business and Law
Bonneville Joins FCC Consent Decree List
It agrees to adopt compliance plans for online political files
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
FCC Online Event to Advance Diversity in Tech and Communications
Symposium and virtual fair to be held online April 28
Guest Commentaries
Community Broadcaster: New Radio Filing Is Here
The FCC opens the gates for noncommercial radio in November
Headlines
FCC Exploring New Wireless Mic Technology
WMAS mic technology would be allowed to operate in TV bands
Business and Law
In NCE Window, FCC Will Cap Apps at 10
Commission expects strong interest in upcoming opportunity
Business and Law
Stakeholders Comment on Amendments to EAS
Effort to “repeat national alerts” draws a lot interest
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
Rosenworcel Wants to “Revitalize” CSRIC
The FCC is seeking members for its communications advisory panel
From the Editor
Radio Rules! (A Helpful Resource From NAB)
This resource from the NAB is a helpful guide for anyone in U.S. radio
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...
Business and Law
Top Court’s Ruling Reinstates Media Ownership Changes
SCOTUS says FCC can eliminate some rules; industry responds
Business and Law
FCC Declines to Expand Four-Station AM Auction
Also lays out procedures for the auction of 136 FM CPs
Business and Law
Supreme Court Rules on Media Ownership Question
Top court reverses Third Circuit judgment
Business and Law
FCC Will Vote on NCE App Cap
Commission doesn't want a repeat of 2003 translator window experience
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 Adopts Communications Outage Sharing Plan
Federal, state and tribal authorities to be in loop during disasters and more
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
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
Business and Law
AM Station’s Spotty Operational Schedule Puts License at Risk
FCC has taken notice as WSYL in eastern Georgia has often been silent over...
Products
Widelity Targets Public File Compliance
Service provider offers help with maintaining online public information files
Business and Law
Ohio LPFM Has Its License Yanked
FCC didn’t get answers to its questions about license renewal
Business and Law
Shure Asks FCC to Dedicate UHF Channel for Wireless Mics
Audio equipment company warns of shrinking spectrum options some broadcast production gear
Business and Law
NATE Welcomes Telecom Workforce Bill
Skilled workforce legislation aims to address worker shortage
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...
Business and Law
FCC Confirms Cumulus Sponsor ID Penalty
Broadcast group had sought to reduce $233,000 fine
Business and Law
NAB to Supreme Court: Deregulation Is Statutory Prime Directive in Ownership Rule Review
Files brief in advance of oral argument on FCC broadcast ownership decision
Headlines
FCC to Host Summit on Finding Jobs in the Tech Sector
The Road Map to Tech Jobs event is set for January 15