Federal Communications Commission
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Fla. LPFM Gets Interference Notice
FCC says spurious emissions were on aviation frequencies
Business and Law
Radio by the (FCC) Numbers
Six charts from the commission’s marketplace report on competition
Headlines
Radio One Joins Public File Scoldees
Signs consent decree with the FCC, as many others have
Business and Law
FCC Issues Reminder About ASR
Needs correct ownership info in its Antenna Structure Registration System
Headlines
The FCC Will Explore Internet EAS
We can also expect new marching orders for state EAS committees
Business and Law
Miss. LPFM Faces $1,500 Paperwork Fine
FCC upholds filing deadline despite a parent’s death
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GBS Says Interference Isn’t an Issue
No need for more regulations if geo-targeting is permitted, it argues
Business and Law
NAB Details Its “Cannibalization” Worry
Here are details on one of its key arguments against geo-targeting
Business and Law
Public File Consent Decrees Multiply
Problems with station political files continue to make the list of recent Media Bureau...
Business and Law
FCC Rejects a Class C4 “Test Case”
Mississippi FM station won’t be able to raise power
Business and Law
More on the FCC’s EAS Advisory
What steps can stations take to improve their participation and ensure compliance?
Business and Law
Kentucky AM Faces Fine for Late Filing
Translator renewal application was several months overdue
Business and Law
The Integrity and Ethics of Broadcast Engineers
SBE’s general counsel expresses concern over language from the FCC Audio Division
Business and Law
Ellison Is Acting General Counsel at FCC
Was first woman of color to serve as its chief of staff and chief...
Business and Law
Rosenworcel Is Named Acting FCC Chair
President Joe Biden named Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel as acting chairwoman of the Federal Communications...
Headlines
Pai Says Farewell to FCC; Read His Statement
"Over the past four years, we have delivered results for the American people"
Business and Law
Duplication Rule Vote Lacked Due Process, Critics Say
They criticize NAB's "ad hominen" attack and press FCC for partial repeal
Headlines
FCC Warning: Don’t Use Ham Radio or CBs to Plan Crimes
Enforcement Bureau is concerned about social media talk of using radio services
Digital Radio
WMGG Has Turned on All-Digital AM
Tampa-area station is the first since the FCC changed its rules
Business and Law
FCC Database Transition Nears Completion
Broadcasters and other power users adapt to online LMS e-filing system
Business and Law
Newest Commissioner Urges Cooperation, Peaceful Transfer
Nathan Simington, originally from Canada, spotlights "the gift of U.S. citizenship"
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FCC Issues an EAS Enforcement Advisory
It reminds broadcasters and other participants of their responsibilities
Business and Law
NAB, Critics Duel Over Radio Duplication Rule
Association says FCC did right thing by including FMs in rule repeal
Business and Law
Lack of Funding Hampers PIRATE Enforcement
Bureau chief also cites pandemic in first report to Congress
Business and Law
FCC Teams Will Summarize Work on Jan. 13
Chairman Pai calls his tenure "productive, collaborative, transparent"
Business and Law
FCC Starts Crackdown on Pirate Radio Landlords
Three properties in Queens get new “Notices of Illegal Pirate Radio Broadcasting”
Business and Law
Pai Calls for Reassessment of Media Marketplace
Outgoing chairman asks why broadcasters should have special rules at all
Reader's Forum
Letter: Drop the Three-Channel Rule
A serious consideration for AM revitalization is being overlooked
Business and Law
FCC Asks for Comments on FM Geo-Targeting
GBS secures an NPRM but O'Rielly urges FCC to take its time
Business and Law
Chairman Pai Will Leave FCC in January
He has been a cheerleader for radio, often speaking about its importance in American...
Business and Law
Starks Keeps Spotlight on GBS Proposal
FCC commissioner continues to beat the drum for geotargeting
Business and Law
FCC Sets Comment Deadlines on NCE FM Cap
Commission intends to cap the applications at 10 for any applicant
Digital Radio
Who’s Afraid of DRM?
DRM for mediumwave has been tested and documented for two decades
Headlines
GBS Welcomes FCC Progress
Major groups have expressed hesitation about allowing zoned FM broadcasting
Digital Radio
No Luck for DRM in the AM Digital Order
The FCC says it would need a fully developed proposal