Political Ad Influence Depends on Preferred Media
With the State of the Union now in the rear view mirror, big political ad placements are only poised to blossom in the coming weeks. But where should political advertising go?
FCC Chair Laments Spectrum Auction Authority Loss
Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel took note of that unwelcomed anniversary, issuing a statement that put a spotlight on the potential next steps "in light of this reality for the agency."
VPM Cleared For New Blue Ridge Channel
A principal NPR and PBS Member serving Virginia has received the FCC's blessing to add a channel to its Table of Allotments for a city between the college town of Charlottesville and Staunton, along the busy I-81 corridor to the south of the home of James Madison University.
FCC’s Carr Applaudes TikTok Legislation
The senior Republican Commissioner on the FCC has spoken out in favor of bipartisan legislation aimed at fully addressing "the risks" posed by popular social media app TikTok by banning it in the U.S. — unless it "genuinely" divests from its ties to the Communist Party of China.
Good Karma Gets FCC OK For ‘MVP Modification
The broadcasting arm of the Milwaukee-based company helmed by Craig Karmazin has received FCC approval to modify the facilities of an AM station that years ago was home to WLUP and, before that, WCFL. The Chicago change was granted over the objection of an individual in Berwyn, Ill.
FCC Update To ‘Part 73’ Rules Now Effective
The new "Part 73" rules impact full power and Class A TV services, as the FCC adopted rules that it believes reflect the transition from analog to digital-only operations and the completion of the post-incentive auction transition to a smaller television band with fewer channels.
Portland, Ore. LPFM Gets FCC Fine Cancellation
The Media Bureau has cancelled a proposed fine handed to the licensee of a low-powered FM station serving the Oregon metropolis that is "dedicated to playing under-heard Rock music from around the globe."
Big Cable Nets Get An Audio Description Exemption
Three top cable television networks have won an exemption from the FCC's audio description rules applicable to the top five national non-broadcast networks. Why? It has everything to do with the lack of non-live programming in prime-time.
FM Digital Supplemental Comment Dates Affirmed
The FCC's Media Bureau has established a comment and reply comment period for those wishing to chime in on a “Petition for Clarification,” submitted jointly by the NAB and HD Radio parent Xperi Inc., pertaining to a Notice for Proposed Rulemaking on FM digital power.
NAB Affirms Its Latest D.C. Policy Agenda
Reach. Trust. Public Safety. Localism. Marketplace realities. These are some of the key themes reflecting the NAB Broadcasters' Policy Agenda for the 118th Congress, shared by the organization at time when the fight for AM radio has become a major endeavor.
Cumulus Moves Ahead With Foreign Ownership Ask
Cumulus Media is gaining attention for a move that's not directly related to that plan's enactment, but is tied to the party that prompted the decision to move forward with the effort: Singapore-based Renew Group.
New Kauai FMs Get FCC’s Blessings. It’s Good News For PMG
A total of six brand-new radio stations will be added to the Table of Allotments in the state of Hawaii, the FCC has announced by way of a trio of announcements from the Media Bureau. However, on Kauai, Pacific Media Group is a winner, thanks to a counterproposal.
A General Counsel Transition For CPB
Westwood Smithers Jr., the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's Chief Legal Officer since 2005, is retiring after a long and distinguished career. This means that, starting March 11, CPB will have a new SVP/General Counsel, charged with promoting and defending CPB's legal interests.
Promotions, Additions For iHeartMedia’s D.C. Policy Team
The Government Affairs office for the nation's No. 1 owner of radio stations has elevated two women to the respective roles of Exec. VP and VP. At the same time, there's a new Senior Director/Policy Counsel as the team welcomes a new Manager of Government Affairs.
In Key Election Year, Entravision Upsizes Its Nevada News Efforts
It's being called a "milestone" that underscores a "three-decade commitment of empowering the Latino community through trusted news and resources." Introducing a new state-of-the-art news facility in Las Vegas from Entravision Communications.