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.
A ‘VASC’ Win In Wisconsin For New Noncomm FM
FCC Audio Division Chief Al Shuldiner has made his determination as to who should be awarded the right to build a new noncommercial radio station in Wisconsin. Eight groups sought the right to build the property, including the parent of KLOVE. It's been awarded to another group.
Shure Supports Key Wireless Microphone FCC Order
Wireless microphones continue to play an active role in supporting productions in a wide range of sectors, and to meet those customer needs, Shure asked for unlicensed Wireless Multi-Channel Audio Systems (WMAS) with higher power and the FCC agreed.
A Mitten State Radio Commitment From The DNC
The Democratic National Committee has launched a new print and radio ad campaign to reach Black, Latino, and Native American voters in Michigan. The ads highlight such key Democratic legislative highlights as lowering prescription drug costs for seniors and passing bipartisan gun safety legislation.
FCC’s 2018 Quadrennial Order’s Effective Date Affirmed
The Federal Register on Thursday offered a summary of the 2018 Quadrennial Review Report and Order, which largely keeps intact broadcast radio and TV local ownership rules while tightening a broadcast television regulatory policy. As such, an effective date has been locked in.
Summit Ridge Promotes Four Key Members
It is a financial and business valuation consulting boutique focused on telecom, media and satellite industries that supports clients participating in FCC reimbursement programs. For Summit Ridge Group, promotions of four team members are now being seen.
Hispanic Media, With NAB’s Help, To Fuel Voter Drive
An assortment of media organizations serving America's Spanish-speaking consumers have come together to push "get out the vote" efforts in the U.S. Hispanic community ahead of the 2024 presidential election and key local and state ballot choices. Helping in the effort: the NAB.
Rosenworcel Visits FM Seeking FCC’s ‘ZoneCasting’ OK
Despite fierce opposition to the proposal, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel in late January moved ahead with a plan that would allow GeoBroadcast Solutions to implement its "ZoneCasting" technology through FM booster program origination. On Friday, she paid a visit to one station seeking the agency's OK on the plan.
Augustana College Fails In Bid For New Iowa Noncomm FM
The private Lutheran college in Rock Island, Ill., part of the "Quad Cities" of Iowa and Illinois, will not be getting a new construction permit for a noncommercial FM radio station from the Audio Division Chief within the FCC's Media Bureau.