Has FOX Made Its Case To Take Over CBS?
It's been one of the hottest rumors that insiders insist is a done deal, yet no one is talking on the record. The subject? FOX has a plan in place to assume control of the CBS Television Network via a shared services agreement. A FCC filing made last week by FOX advocates for the eye-opening scenario.
CPAC To FCC: Don’t Change The TV Ownership Rules
The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) has told the Commission to keep its hands off of the existing television ownership rules, and eschew any change broadcasters and the NAB seek.
Former FCC GC: Agency Empowered To Melt Owner Caps
An individual who served as a General Counsel at the Commission and is today the co-Chair of the Issues and Appeals practice at Wiley Law has told the FCC that it holds the authority to adjust the national TV multiple ownership rule. Thus, there is no need for Congress to do the job the Carr FCC can.
Carr: Committed to Broadcaster’s Public Interest Standard
The Chairman of the FCC has reiterated his belief that the FCC has an obligation to enforce a public interest standard for broadcasters who have been given the right to use a "very valuable public resource" — spectrum — and will continue to do so under a Congressional statute it is obligated to follow.
NABOB To FCC: Don’t Change A Thing With Media Rules
While the NAB and a bevy of licensees seek a relaxation or wholesale repeal of the Commission's local broadcast ownership rules, an advocacy group for African American station owners has asked the Carr Commission to leave its current regulatory limits as-is.
In Huge Broadcast TV Blow, Oscars Heading To YouTube
Since 1976, ABC has looked to the film industry's honor pageant as a major advertiser and viewer draw, noting its relationship at Upfront events each May. Starting in 2029, ABC will no longer have the Oscars telecast — nor will any other over-the-air television network.
A New Day For Connoisseur In 49th State
Until January 2023, he ran Coastal Television Broadcasting Group's Anchorage-based television stations, serving three markets across Alaska. Now, after three years as Local Sales Manger for "25 News" in Waco, Texas, he's heading back to the 49th state in the union.
Where Is Local Advertising Headed?
That's a question Gordon Borrell and his Borrell Associates advisory firm tackled in a 2026 forecast-filled webinar. What's the big takeaway for broadcast radio and television, as advertisers continue to see digital video solutions and their hypertargeting efforts as an affordable and effective choice?
Audio and Video Converge for iHeartMedia Podcasts
An expansion of iHeartMedia's podcast platform offerings will see equal support for both audio and video distribution of on-demand shows, and this will bring creators full access to eyes and ears within both the app and web versions of the iHeartRadio content hub.
Future Broadcast Journalists Wrap Up Another ‘Newsstudies’ Session
More than 100 Philadelphia-area high school students this autumn had the opportunity to learn inside one of Audacy Inc.'s flagship properties — a storied all-News station once a crown jewel in the Westinghouse family. On Dec. 13, a graduation ceremony was held at Temple University for the participants.
‘LRFA’ Achieves Bipartisan House Majority Support
Some 219 House Members are now co-sponsors of the important resolution that is a pledge to oppose “any new performance fee, tax, royalty or other charge” on local broadcast radio stations. How many are in support of the musicFIRST-backed "American Music Fairness Act?" A handful.
Two Division Presidents, Region President Named By iHeart
The nation's No. 1 of broadcast radio stations by AM and FM count has promoted from within to fill two Division President of Community Markets slots at the company. At the same time, iHeartMedia is promoting its President of the Portland, Ore., market, to Region President of the Pacific Northwest Area.
A Heritage AM in Milwaukee: Now A Civic Duty
It has served the African American community in Wisconsin's largest market since 1967. Pending FCC approval, it will become the latest property in the Civic Media stable — along with a 61-year-old newspaper serving the Black community of Milwaukee.
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Granite’s Last TV Property Sold To A Sinclair Services Pal
After more than 12 years since voluntarily entering Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Granite Broadcasting has sold its final property. It comes after a switch of the CBS affiliate to another station in the market, placing two diginets on the station now trading hands to a Sinclair Inc. shared services partner.
Nielsen, Roku Expand A Strategic Measurement Deal
TV streaming platform Roku and dominant audience measurement and consumer analytics firm Nielsen are widening a long-term strategic partnership, and this means Roku data will now be incorporated into Nielsen’s advanced campaign measurement and outcome products.
Another Big Month for TV Streaming, Says Nielsen
How did the month of November look when it comes to eyeballs and viewer consumption, according to Nielsen? The measurement period unveiled "a complex television landscape defined by live sports, strategic streaming releases and the Thanksgiving holiday," Nielsen said as it released its latest edition of The Gauge.
Holiday Cheer, And More Spots For Christmas
The holiday shopping season is reaching is conclusion, and for the week ending December 21 one fine chocolate brand stepped up its efforts to attract customers. So did a venerable soft drink brand, which in 2024 took the heat for AI-generated Christmas-themed creative.
Allen Media Inks An Infillion Deal
It's described as "a full-stack technology and media company that connects brands with audiences through high-impact, measurable advertising experiences." It now enjoys a partnership with the ad-supported visual entertainment company owned by Byron Allen.
LiveOne, DAX US Continue Their Partnership
A "creator-first music, entertainment, and technology platform" and British media giant Global-owned digital advertising platform DAX have renewed their audio advertising agreement. It extends a partnership forged in 2015.
An ‘Addressable Audio’ Ad Partnership for Viant, iHeart
The partnership brings over-the-air broadcast radio into Viant’s platform for the first time, "demonstrating how radio and podcasts together form complementary pillars of the modern audio strategy for advertisers."
A Former FCC Republican Resurfaces At Federal Tech Partner
A 5G leader that was formed and purpose-built to "rapidly deliver secure, high-performance 5G and 6G commercial technologies that integrate mission-focused AI and machine-learning capabilities" to meet the federal government's is welcoming a former FCC Commissioner as a Director.
An OEM Motorhome and Caravan Deal For TuneIn
Stingray-owned TuneIn, the live streaming audio platform, has announced a new global partnership with one of Europe’s premier manufacturers of motorhomes and caravans. It marks TuneIn’s first partnership in the recreational vehicle segment, with the platform becoming KABE’s sole radio provider across all new models.
Dielectric and SCMS Enjoy Two Years As Sales Partners
The Sinclair Broadcast Group subsidiary and broadcast equipment provider are looking back with smiles on a two-year partnership they believe sets the stage for a positive future. “Our partnership with SCMS has been impactful in many ways,” says Dielectric President Keith Pelletier.
Altos Ventures GC Added To Bitcentral Board
The provider of professional media products for broadcast and digital video is welcoming a Silicon Valley executive to its Board of Directors. "A highly accomplished executive with a track record of leadership across technology, venture capital, and corporate governance," his expertise will play a key role at Bitcentral.
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