Why FAB Seeks LPTV Analysis
Free Access & Broadcast Telemedia is pursuing FCC data related to the incentive auction and LPTVs.
FCC commissioners in session this week
But just because the May Open Meeting is on the schedule for Wednesday, May 14 at 9:30 AM, there’s no reason to testify, fret...
FCC considers Hawaii Satellites
The sale of KITV Honolulu from Hearst to SJL Broadcast Management included
FCC waives through temporary TV twofer
The 583M acquisition of three television stations by Raycom from Lincoln Financial Company filed last November was not without complications. The deal, which included...
Gripes of Wrath: Mid-2009 was decent for broadcasters
The latest figures from the FCC on citizen inquiries and complaints are out, and on the indecency front, there didn’t seem to be much...
Benner On Washington: ‘Just Pay The FCC Fine — Or…’
Media Information Bureau featured columnist Ken Benner tells us that many, many classic examples of very questionable FCC fines, fees, forfeitures and legal expenses exist. And, apparently not even death is a defense against such charges.
Senate Commerce Committee OK’s FCC Reform Bill
Among the bills now set for a full Senate vote is S.174, or the "Federal Communications Commission Consolidated Reporting Act"
Census 2020 Citizenship Question Nixed … For Now
For broadcast media, Census 2020 is vitally important, as it will help shape the content radio and television provided to consumers on a market-by-market basis. A question regarding citizenship has been a hot-button issue. As of now, that question won't be asked ... just yet.
Media Buyers, Sellers Can Now Get ‘Voter Ratings’ Insights
With the 2020 U.S. presidential election fast approaching, Nielsen has rolled "an enhanced cross-platform version" of its Nielsen Voter Ratings platform, which is designed to give media buyers and sellers ways to best reach and understand the media preferences of potential voters.
O’Rielly Speaks On NEXTGEN TV, and More, At APTS Summit
"All kidding aside, it might seem a bit unusual to hear from a self-admitted conservative Republican on your issues," FCC Commissioner Mike O'Rielly said toward the beginning of an address delivered Tuesday morning at America's Public Television Stations' 2020 Public Media Summit. We've got all of the details on what O'Rielly told attendees.
FCC’s New Pirate Policy Garners Praise
NAB and NY State broadcasters are pleased with new FCC anti-pirate policy.
Here’s What Wasn’t Said In Rosenworcel’s Goodbye
Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2017 marks the final day as a FCC Commissioner for Jessica Rosenworcel
Keenan keen on media advocacy
Kim Keenan has accepted the helm of the Minority Media and Telecommunications Council.
Pai and AI: Friday Forum Finalized At The Portals
Chairman Ajit Pai will moderate panels, which include experts from academia and technology companies, for an in-depth discussion of the future of these technologies and their implications for the communications marketplace.
A House E&C Member’s Surprise Retirement Stuns D.C.
Susan Brooks was elected to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives for Indiana's 5th congressional district in 2012. The Republican serves on the House Energy and Commerce Committee and has been a key legislator on Capitol Hill on all things pertaining to the FCC. Not anymore.