Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Honolulu, from atop Diamondhead [Photo: Adam R Jacobson/RBR]

Hawaiian UHF Gets Proposed Fine For Issues/Programs List Flub

A broadcast television station linked with the non-secular Real Life Network that offers viewers "island-style, faith-filled television for the whole family" faces a substantial fine for violating the FCC's quarterly issues and programs list rules.

The InFOCUS Podcast: Kerri Black

In this InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.fm, Kerri Black, who oversees two Fiorini Media radio stations in Englewood and Arcadia, Fla., shares how the storm impacted the area south of Siesta Key, where Hurricane Milton made landfall last week. She shares what the stations did to keep the lights on, and what her team did to ensure the safety of staff.

MVPD-Free And Slightly Content: Today’s Hispanic TV Consumer

Hispanic consumers are 12% more likely than the total population to not have a cable or satellite subscription while some 62% are currently “cordless.” Concurrently, some 28% of U.S. Hispanics are content with their conventional TV service. Those are some of the key findings from a new Hispanic consumer research report.

A Súper NFL Partnership Between Former Rivals Arrives

For decades, FOX Deportes and NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises have been challengers, of sorts, for viewers and ad dollars when it came to sports coverage of interest to U.S. Hispanics. Now, in a historic first, the two entities are coming together for the sporting world's biggest annual event. 

Alaska Public To Buy GCI Property

A broadcast television station that from its December 1953 sign-on through the end of July 2020 served as Alaska's primary CBS affiliate is being sold by the GCI subsidiary that has owned it since November 2013. The buyer is the leading PBS Member serving the nation's 49th state.
Fort Myers Beach on Wednesday evening, when a storm surge flooded the community. As of Thursday morning, the water had receded, resulting in minor damage.

Radio, TV Resilient As Hurricane Milton Exits Florida

With much of Central Florida lacking electricity as the sun rose on Thursday, local radio and TV stations were offering a variety of updates from journalists and listeners themselves — offering vital updates on the aftermath of a storm unlike any other the Sunshine State has faced.

McConnell Retirement Puts Martiny, Karpinski In iHeart Division Roles

After almost 30 years with iHeartMedia and its predecessor company, Clear Channel Communications, Tom McConnell — a Division and Region President who has led several markets for the nation's No. 1 owner of radio stations — is retiring. This will see two company veterans each take Division President roles, as the company prepares for McConnell's formal exit.
Clay Travis with WWNC News Director and morning host Mark Starling

Clay Travis Goes Live From WWNC To Support Hurricane Relief

It has played an outsized role in the aftermath of the devastation to Asheville, N.C., caused by Hurricane Helene and its remnants between September 27 and 28. On Friday, a Premiere Networks air personality found himself at the iHeartMedia-owned News/Talk radio station, co-hosting his daily syndicated program while raising needed funds for a significant recovery effort.
Warren Buffett

Berkshire Hathaway Takes A Stake in Sirius XM

One of the world's most renowned investors sees value in the satellite radio company looking to gain more ears through smart speakers and smartphone apps. With his investment firm's acquisition of Sirius XM stock, a big comeback was underway in Monday's trading after reaching lows not seen for 12 years.

Progressive Goes With The Flo At Spot Radio

Take one look at what brand is the most active at national radio by play count, and there's an obvious leader for the week ending October 13. And, the big win comes even as the auto insurance specialist category begins to heat up once again.
Photo: Eagan, Minn., Police Dept.

Tower Tales: Man Rescued In Twin Cities, Balloon Topples N. Mex. Structure

An unidentified man has been rescued from a 250-foot broadcast tower used by a Salem Media Group station serving the Minneapolis-St. Paul market. Meanwhile, a radio tower used by a Cumulus Media AM serving Albuquerque has collapsed after a hot air balloon crashed into it on Friday morning.

‘Breakfast Club’ Host To Chat With VP For iHeart

A popular member of an iHeartMedia syndicated morning show superserving African American listeners will be heading to Detroit for a one-on-one interview with Vice President Kamala Harris — a chat that will be shared by iHeartMedia to potential voters across the U.S.

Former Radio Station Co-Owner J.J. Jeffrey Dies

He was a popular radio personality in New England before becoming the co-owner of a 10-station radio broadcasting company in Maine that in May 1999 sold its assets to Citadel for millions of dollars. Now, many across the industry are pausing to remember J.J. Jeffrey, who has died at the age of 84.

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A Former ‘Fox’ In Atlanta Is Sold. It’s Not What You...

From 1989 through early 2003, the station that is today "97.1 The River" served Atlanta as WFOX. Today, an AM using FM translators to reach listeners across the region has brought back the "Fox" branding to the market.  So, what Atlanta FM that was branded "The Fox" across the 2010s is being sold? Look to Michigan for answers.

A Gray Television Tradition Gets A Refresh

Across every Gray Media broadcast television station, the National Anthem has been broadcast daily. Starting Tuesday, a new rendition of the anthem will begin airing, and it places a spotlight on the talent and dedication of younger generations.
NFL / National Football League

Nielsen: NFL Boosts Prime Video, Peacock In September

Just how popular is the National Football League? In September, Thursday Night Football helped give Amazon Prime Video a 12% bump in viewership — leading it to match its platform-best share of TV set in both September and October 2023. That's according to the latest edition of "The Gauge" from Nielsen.

NBC Local Brings Weather Personalization To Station Apps

The enhancements include customization tools, a streamlined layout and design intended to bring users faster and easier access to local weather data, information and forecasts personalized to user needs and preferences.

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America Edwards

The Role of Radio During Crises

A PhD student in the Department of Communication at University of California Santa Barbara, along with her research team, in February 2022 published a scholarly article that examines the role of Radio in a crisis. We are pleased to revisit this piece in the wake of both Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.

What’s on the Minds of U.S. Hispanic Consumers?

Hispanic Heritage Month 2024 takes place during a pivotal U.S. election season. To better understand the sociopolitical concerns of Hispanic consumers of voting age, Horowitz Research has released new findings on consumer attitudes toward news representation on current events.

Tech Hacks Every Broadcast Leader Needs to Know

Consumer Technology Association Senior Director of Innovation and Trends Brian Comiskey will address Forecast 2025 attendees on November 13 in an electrifying discussion on how to stay ahead in the ever-evolving broadcast landscape. Learn how to be in the room where it happens by clicking here!
FCC

FCC Fall 2025 Attorney Honors Program Application Window Opens

The Commission has started to accept applications from graduating law students, recent law school graduates, and current judicial clerks for its Fall 2025 Attorney Honors Program. The application window closes on Thursday, November 21.

Daniel Anstandig

Futuri’s TopLine Product Gets An Update

Futuri, the Daniel Anstandig-founded broadcast technology company driven by AI, has brought to market several "enhancements" to its TopLine sales intelligence platform. Among the changes: the automatic generation of real-time insights, with client information housed in a single, central location.

A New Closed Caption Encoder Comes From ENCO

Introducing DoCaption EN848, available separately or as part of ENCO’s enCaption system. It offers users an on-premise or cloud option for automated conversion and delivery of captions and translations.

Cinematic Multicam Workflows Get MultiDyne Spotlight

MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Solutions returned to the NAB Show New York conference and expo this week with two cinematic workflow demos that put a focus on the company's product line allowing for remote use of power cinematic cameras for live multi-camera productions.