Low-Power FM
Nevada Church’s LPFM Application Dismissed for Signature Rule Misstep
The outcome results in a full-time LPFM CP grant for Mi TV on 106.9...
FCC Rules
Business and Law
FCC Dismisses Conn. LPFM Hopeful Suffering an Identity Crisis
The organization argued that the repeated "misstatement" of its name led to “improper dismissal”
Guest Commentaries
“Wannabes” Should Consider Part 15
The FCC allows legal, license-free broadcasting over a small signal footprint
Business and Law
FCC Approves Final Rules for FM Geotargeting
Commissioners are unanimous in their decision to allow limited program origination on boosters
Business and Law
Virginia LPFM Is Penalized for Violating FCC’s Underwriting Rules
Charlottesville’s WREN receives a $1,000 penalty, shortened 2-year license renewal
Business and Law
Nevada FMs Attempt Move to Utah (Again), Are Thwarted by FCC
The desired move would bring two stations closer to the growing market in St....
Business and Law
FCC Escalates Enforcement of Pirate Radio in Miami, NYC Metro Area
Commission carries out three fines, has three more proposed
Business and Law
New Jersey AM Must Settle More Than $32K in Unpaid FCC Fees
WKMB has failed to pay 12 years' worth of regulatory fees
Business and Law
Aviation Groups Ask for Caution on Asymmetric Sidebands
Groups hope for a larger buffer between the FM band and adjacent aviation bands
Business and Law
Can You Ace This Quiz on FCC Compliance?
Failure to comply with commission rules could spell disaster for radio stations
Business and Law
FCC Poised to Adopt Digital Radio Asymmetric Sideband Operations
But it will defer a decision that would let more FM HD Radio stations...
Business and Law
FCC Dismisses 8 Texas Panhandle LPFM Applications
Says the applications are "nearly identical, differing only in the organization’s name and officers"
Business and Law
FCC Grants Mich. LPFM a Construction Permit, Withstanding Opposition
The commission cautions against the use of online sources in filed claims
Business and Law
Radio Hogar Receives Chance to Revive FM Translator in Phoenix
KASA(AM) was stripped of its licenses after airing original programming while its AM signal...
Business and Law
FCC Issues Fact Sheet on AI Proposal
Proposal would require disclosure when AI is used in political ads on radio and...
Business and Law
NAB Continues Pushback Against Mandatory DIRS Reporting
Says FCC should shift its focus to helping broadcasters find fuel for generators after...
Business and Law
FCC Proposal to Regulate AI-Generated Political Ads Moves Forward
Disclosure requirements would help listeners know when AI is being used
Business and Law
FM Translator Operators in Tennessee, Mississippi Face Fines for Late Renewals
Two stations continued to operate four years after their licenses expired
Business and Law
FCC Hits 13 Landlords in NYC Metro Area With Pirate Letters
Enforcement sweeps allege illegal FM broadcasts within the last year
Guest Commentaries
Would My Station Be Able to Go to FM Class A10?
Many Class A stations may benefit if the FCC approves the petition
Business and Law
FCC Denies Resurrection of Silent Kentucky AM
WEKC owner missed 2020 renewal filing deadline; commission cites history of rules violations
Business and Law
FCC Amends Foreign Sponsorship ID Rules
The rules were designed to prevent foreign influence on U.S. elections
Business and Law
Law Firm Tells Stations to Save EEO Data “Just In Case”
An FCC order reinstating the collection of Form 395-B went into effect June 3
Business and Law
Broadcasters Worry About Mandatory DIRS Reporting
NAB says FCC’s voluntary approach is working just fine
Gregg Skall
FCC Radiation Signage and You
Let’s continue our discussion of important signs for your transmitter site
Reader's Forum
Letter: When It Comes to Noise on the AM Dial, Where the Heck Is the FCC?
"Quit listening to the pundits who have not been around when they blame problems...
Business and Law
Stay on the Good Side of the FCC
ABIP inspectors and radio attorneys talk about common enforcement triggers
Business and Law
Washington State Radio Broadcaster Avoids $20K FCC Fine
The commission instead admonishes the licensee for knowingly violating technical rules
Reader's Forum
Letter: Ignorance Is Bliss for Some Ill-Informed Radio Pirates
"Those who desire to comply with FCC Part 15 regulations can be led astray...
Business and Law
FCC Finds Collecting Pirate Radio Fines a Challenge
Unclear if collection of fines under the PIRATE Act will be easier
Business and Law
Kansas LPFM Hit With $2,500 Penalty for Antenna Construction Error
Here's why you should double check your build plans
Business and Law
Puerto Rico LPFM Inks Consent Decree to Restart Application Process
The licensee operates WODB in Caguas, P.R.
Business and Law
Kansas Radio Groups at Risk of $25,000 Forfeiture
The FCC said Rocking M and Melia violated its equal employment opportunity rules
Reader's Forum
Letter: What’s the Real Motive Behind These FCC Complaints?
"Who cared enough — and knew enough — about licensed power FCC regulations to...
News Makers
Broadcast Technical Consultant Laura Mizrahi Retires
She began her consulting career in 1986 working at Communications Technologies, Inc.
Business and Law
Tennessee Broadcaster Won’t Lose His License Despite Past Felony Conviction
Armstrong owns WJBE, the only Black-owned radio station in Knoxville
Business and Law
Investigation Into Alaska Radio Station Resolved With Consent Decree
A faulty transmitter leads KVHZ(AM) to pay a $4,000 penalty
Gregg Skall
What’s Your Sign? Are You Sure?
What to know in 2023 about transmitter and tower site signage
Business and Law
Radio Licensee Faces Possible Monetary Forfeiture for Unauthorized Modifications
Eager to get on the air, a Louisiana licensee allegedly swapped antenna type and...
Business and Law
Arizona LPFM to Pay $20,000 for Underwriting Violations
KRIM(LP) enters a consent decree with the FCC’s Enforcement Bureau
Business and Law
FCC Pirate Radio Sweeps Turn to Miami
The commission is conducting enforcement sweeps of the top five radio markets where illegal...
Programming and Sales
ABA Engineering Academy to Offer Seminar for ABIP Engineers
The free class is set for early July