Business and Law
FM Band Just Keeps Getting More Crowded
There are 26% more FM licensees of all types compared to 10 years ago
LPFM
Tech Tips
Build a Customizable Thermal Sensor
I used it for a purpose-built low-power FM transmitter
Business and Law
REC Networks: “FCC Missing Key Point in ZoneCasting Rulemaking”
Says commission not addressing impact of LCRA in proceeding
Business and Law
FCC OKs Computer Modeling for Directional FM
Manufacturer simulations will be allowed once original model is verified
Business and Law
Two Stations Are Fined for Late Renewals
Neither explained why they missed their deadlines
News and Business
Philadelphia Public Safety Department Turns Off Its 5 LPFMs
Intended for in-time emergency preparedness alerts, the five stations ran 24/7 PSAs
News Makers
A Look at the Strange, Unique and Compelling World of LPFMs
This radio aficionado keeps tabs on the LPFM community through his LPFMDatabase.com
Headlines
REC Networks Warns LPFMs of Potential Displacement
LPFM advocate says NCE filing window could affect LPFM stations
Guest Commentaries
Commentary: Skip the Nonsensical Bias About LPFM
Author says the NAB attempts to vilify all LPFMs as rule-breakers
Business and Law
LPFM Is Fined $17,500 for Airing Commercials
Competitor complained that low-power station aired advertisements
Business and Law
LP-250 FM Petition Draws Lots of Interest
Most comments are positive but NAB objects to a "total overhaul" of LPFM
From the Editor
Bradley: LP-250 Is Not Dead in the Water
REC Networks is sanguine about its latest proposal
Business and Law
LPFM Rules Are on FCC Meeting Agenda
Move appears to bring new LPFM filing window closer
Headlines
FCC Rejects Appeals of New LPFM Tech Rules
Petitions to reconsider came from several advocates of low-power FM
Business and Law
FCC June Agenda Includes LPFM, Alerting
Rosenworcel hopes to get "one step closer to opening an application window"
Tech Tips
LPFM Powers Up With the Arkansas Sun
KUHS, helped by solar power, bring an eclectic mix to Hot Springs
Business and Law
Ohio LPFM Has Its License Yanked
FCC didn’t get answers to its questions about license renewal
Business and Law
FM NCE Filing Window Coming in 2021
Opportunities in big markets will be scarce; meanwhile another LPFM window may follow
Business and Law
FCC Addresses Reconsideration Petitions on FM Translator Interference Rules
The commission responded to four groups who asked the commission to reconsider parts of...
Business and Law
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
Business and Law
LPFM Handed $15,000 Penalty After Allegedly Promoting 14 Businesses On Air
Rules state that NCE stations cannot openly promote an advertiser’s products
From the Editor
Latest U.S. Station Totals Reveal Boom in Translators
The number of FM translators/boosters in the U.S. has grown 30% just in five...
Business and Law
Arizona LPFM Can Continue Broadcasting
Nearby station alleges multiple rule violations but FCC dismisses its petition
News and Business
FCC Tweaks LPFM Technical Rules
Michelle Bradley comments on what the commission did and what it didn't do
Resource Center
Inside the May 13 Issue of Radio World
The FCC's Al Shuldiner addresses interference complaints, radio engineers consider business continuity and we...
Business and Law
FCC Finalizes LPFM Rule Changes in New Order
The commission adopted four main proposals including expanding the use of directional antennas
Business and Law
FCC Poised to Improve Reception of LPFM Stations
Goal is to “increase flexibility while maintaining interference protection and the core LPFM goals”
News and Business
Low-Power Radio in the Parking Lot: What You Need to Know
We asked Bill Baker, who specializes in radio systems for emergencies, TIS and other...
Business and Law
Small Station WDNP(LP) Finds It Needs More Space
Radio World checked in to see how Ohio’s WDNP(LP) is faring
News and Business
KSFP Highlights Journalism, Public Affairs
San Francisco Public Press launches a time-sharing LPFM in the City by the Bay
News and Business
FCC Stands Behind Philadelphia Translator Decision
Petitioner says the FCC failed to adopt safeguards to preserve spectrum for LPFMs
Business and Law
FCC to Consider New Licensing Rules for LPFM/Noncom Stations
Desires to make it easier and less burdensome for prospective licensees
News and Business
LPFM Stations Seek Technical Upgrades
Advocates argue that the low-power FM service is now a mature one
Resource Center
Inside the November 20 Issue of Radio World
LPFM operators explain why they think they deserve regulatory relief; we remember the late...
Business and Law
California LPFM Asked to Explain Alleged Transmission, EAS Violations
Enforcement bureau cited concerns with antenna, transmitter and EAS logs
News and Business
FCC Stakes Out Position on LPFM Modernization in NPRM
The commission posted a notice of proposed rulemaking tackling the issue July 30
News and Business
Interference Compromise Disenfranchises Listeners, LPFM Proponents Say
Coalition claims FCC’s plan will negatively affect “any radio listener not living in a...
News and Business
FCC Media Bureau Upholds Its AM Revitalization Translator Policies
In California case, iHeart subsidiary gets an FM signal for its Modesto AM over...
News and Business
LPFM Technical Changes May Be Coming
FCC chairman signals “reforms” ahead for the low-power radio service
Columns and Views
LPFM Is Not a Threat to Full-Service Radio
As low-power FM nears its 20th anniversary, let’s agree that the true threat is...