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FCC Nixes Idea to Rebrand NCE Translator as Commercial
Local broadcaster argued the FM translator licensee should not receive noncom exemptions
AM Station’s Spotty Operational Schedule Puts License at Risk
FCC has taken notice as WSYL in eastern Georgia has often been silent over...
Widelity Targets Public File Compliance
Service provider offers help with maintaining online public information files
Ohio LPFM Has Its License Yanked
FCC didn’t get answers to its questions about license renewal
Shure Asks FCC to Dedicate UHF Channel for Wireless Mics
Audio equipment company warns of shrinking spectrum options some broadcast production gear
NATE Welcomes Telecom Workforce Bill
Skilled workforce legislation aims to address worker shortage
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...
FCC Confirms Cumulus Sponsor ID Penalty
Broadcast group had sought to reduce $233,000 fine
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
FCC to Host Summit on Finding Jobs in the Tech Sector
The Road Map to Tech Jobs event is set for January 15
NATE, OSHA and FCC in Safety Partnership
Hope is to reduce injuries and deaths in tower work
Florida Licensee Sees Construction Permit Revoked After Procedural Missteps
Florida Community Radio was looking to build a NCE station in Horseshoe Beach, Fla.
Republican Nathan Simington Confirmed to FCC Seat
Comes over vociferous objections from Dems, relative silence from Republicans
C-Band 5G Spectrum Auction Begins
Pai highlights pace of process, “years ahead of schedule”
Broadcaster to Pay $125,000 as Part of Civil Penalty and Consent Decree
Magic Broadcasting was being investigated over tower lighting issues and radio contest rules
AM Stations Face Forfeiture for Late License Renewals
The two AM stations serve Cullman in north central Alabama
FM Translator Renewal Met With Interference, Misrepresentation Claims
Issues for Louisiana translator include enquiries into antenna type and questions about character
Rules on Filing of Petitions Trip Up California FM Translator
FCC says a California licensee looking to construct FM translator has issues
NAB States Ownership Case at High Court
Says FCC can change rules without reviewing impact on minority/female ownership
NAB to FCC: Proposed Regulatory Fee Process Unfair to Broadcasters
Calls for a change in the methodology so broadcasters aren’t paying twice to cover...
Failure to File a Renewal Application Trips Up Two Licensees in Louisiana
A radio station inside Angola prison was one of two FM stations that allegedly...
FCC Gives iHeart a Foreign Ownership Privilege
Commission will let the company exceed the 25% cap
Chairman Pai’s Birthday Message to Radio
"We look forward to the stories that radio will continue to tell"
FCC Approves All-Digital Option for AM
Will allow HD Radio MA-3 mode, but the uptake outlook is unclear
FCC Chooses C-Band Repack Money Clearinghouse Operators
Accounting firm along with law group and satellite comms company to oversee repack cost...
FCC Continues Programs for Small/Diverse Broadcast Finance
Nov. 6 virtual symposium will include broadcasters, lenders, policymakers
FCC Plans to Cap New NCE FM Applications
Filing window for reserved band stations will open in 2021
Media Bureau Changes Course, Revokes CP Grant for Oregon FM Translator
New evidence revealed that the translator would cause interference to the signal of a...
FCC Officially Moves into New Headquarters
Long-in-the-works move finished, but don’t visit yet
FCC Addresses Reconsideration Petitions on FM Translator Interference Rules
The commission responded to four groups who asked the commission to reconsider parts of...
Breaking of LPFM Rules Leads to $15,000 Penalty for R.I. Station
Consent decree resolves issues over commercial underwriting and multiple station ownership
Arizona Licensee Gets Green Light on License After Agreeing to $15K Consent Decree
Two licensees filed objections against Rocket Radio Corp.’s translator construction
NAB Says FCC Should Stick to Its Decision on LP-250
NAB approves but LP-250 supporters say the agency does not offer rationale for denial
Licensee Agrees to $8,000 Consent Agreement on Unauthorized License Transfer
Failed to request prior approval of the transaction as required by FCC rules
Community Broadcaster: Four Election Day Issues to Avoid
What radio needs to be aware of in its campaign coverage
Trump Nominates NTIA Advisor for O’Rielly FCC Seat
Nathan Simington has been NTIA advisor
Pai Calls for Transparency on Foreign Government Sponsored Broadcast Content
Proposed rule change would cover TV and radio content provided by foreign governments
FCC Introduces Plan to Increase Staff Diversity
The new Early Career Staff Diversity Initiative seeks to diversify talent among commission staff...
FCC Releases Guidance on Using WEA Alerts
Agency offering details on how best to take advantage of this tool in recognition...
FCC Nixes Call to Tweak NCE Licensing Rules
Petition called on FCC to set up a secondary grant policy for those applying...