Stolz Saga Drags On With Chapter 7 Trustee Complaint
The court-appointed Chapter 7 Trustee in the bankruptcy case involving former radio station licensee Ed Stolz has filed a complaint in a Nevada federal court indicating that he failed to share the fact that he owns land in a Sacramento suburb and a home nearby, too.
FCC Moves Forward With AI-Generated Political Ad Disclosure Proposal
The proposal, the Commission's majority asserts, "aims to increase transparency by having those who already have legal duties to file information about their TV and radio advertisements with the FCC to indicate if AI is being used and make on-air disclosure of AI use."
MAD Attracts 25,000-Plus Signatures Seeking FCC Hearing On WTXF
The Preston Padden-backed non-profit advocacy group seeking a denial of WTXF-29 in Philadelphia's license renewal has submitted a 600+-page document featuring the signatures of some 25,532 individuals who side with the Media and Democracy Project and its quest for a FCC hearing.
NBA Says No To WBD As New League, WNBA Deals Come
It’s official — the renewal of its partnership with The Walt Disney Company and new agreements with NBCUniversal (NBCU) and Amazon has been reached by the National Basketball Association. TNT is fuming.
FCC’s Universal Service Fund Framework Ruled Unconstitutional
In a major ruling that could set the stage for further legal fights, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans has ruled that the statutory framework governing the Universal Service Fund (USF) unconstitutionally delegates legislative or taxing authority to the FCC.
Pennsylvania Federal Court Upholds FTC Non-Compete Rule
There are a myriad of differences between the Lone Star State and the Keystone State. Add the enforcement of a Federal Trade Commission rule prohibiting businesses from using non-compete agreements to the list of things that separate the two states from one another.
As Paris Olympic Games Open, iHeartMedia Celebrates
As the 2024 Summer Olympics begin in Paris, iHeartMedia has launched its exclusive audio coverage of the games thanks to its previously announced partnership with NBCUniversal. Events can be heard directly through select iHeartMedia broadcast stations and on dedicated digital platforms via the iHeart app.
Radio’s Growth Future: All Digital?
In October, BIA Advisory Services' initial forecast for 2024 had local advertising revenues hitting $175.6 billion. In March, that forecast was tempered by 2% to $172 billion. Now BIA has readjusted that forecast one more time while adding a first look at 2025.
SiriusXM Shareholder Simplification Set For September Completion
Liberty Media Corporation has announced the date it expects to complete its merger with SiriusXM to simplify the satellite broadcaster’s ownership structure. “New SiriusXM” will combine multiple ticker symbols – including LSXMA, LSXMB, and LSXMK – into SIRI.
A Unified Partnerships Leader for iHeart
Sara McClure has been named Vice President of Unified Partnerships for California at iHeartMedia. This sees a successor take her role leading Sacramento.
Warshaw Spins Frederick, Md., Radio Combo
In mid-May, Jeffrey Warshaw shared in an InFOCUS Podcast how his radio properties in three distinctive suburban areas helped make Connoisseur Media a small but influential operator. Now, Connoisseur has made the decision to focus solely on its properties close to New York City.
REC Will Endorse ‘Class A10’ FM Plan, But On One Condition
REC Networks is a 40-year-old group that has championed LPFMs, and helped secure the passage of the Local Community Radio Act of 2010. Now, it is speaking up about a proposal that would create a new "Class A10" FM radio station. While it likes the plan, its support is contingent on one big ask.
The InFOCUS Podcast: Jim Loftus
Jim Loftus is now seven months into his role as CEO of Times-Shamrock Communications. How are things going for this owner of radio stations, out-of-home and digital media in Northeast Pennsylvania, with radio stations in Milwaukee and in Baltimore? Loftus shares all in this InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM.
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Ravi Kapur Buys Again With Winemiller Property
Ravi Kapur has also been a buyer of broadcast TV stations, and he's now struck a deal to add a low-power TV facility in the state of Washington to his collection of assets. It's thanks to a deal with Jeff Winemiller.
FOX’s DFW O&O To Add New Newscasts
A lot of changes are coming to the FOX Television Stations' owned broadcast property serving North Texas, and it is because new newscasts are being added to the weekday programming schedule.
The Connected TV/OTT Ad Growth Story Grows
Some 61% of advertisers using Connected TV or OTT will increase their spending, with an average increase of 21% — sending a message to broadcast TV station owners that monetization of their streaming video platforms is a necessity for future growth.
Dan Gilbert-Owned Semi-Pro Clubs Team With Gray
Rock Entertainment Group (REG), the umbrella entity that houses Dan Gilbert’s sports and entertainment properties, has signed an agreement with Gray Television's Gray Media unit that will allow it to create a new entertainment sports network with Cleveland teams its focal point.
Product Placement Spending Slows In U.S.
Across the globe, product placement has been a popular way to get a brand message across without a commercial. In 2023, total spending rose year-over-year in the U.S. But, the growth rate slowed from 2022, fresh data from PQ Media show.
Public Speaker Expertise? Try Seamless Speaking With Transitions
Transitions in speech can greatly assist a public speaker, allowing for a smooth flow from one point to another. What are transitions in speech? Public speaking expert and veteran public relations executive Rosemary Ravinal shares them in this new column.
A Trio Of Big New Brand Efforts At Spot Radio
One big department store chain is stepping up its "back to school" efforts not only on national TV, but on radio as well. At the same time, another department store chain is revving up its radio spots in a significant way as a new Verizon campaign heats up with AM/FM activity.
NRB Chides FCC’s Twin LPTV Dockets
The Media Bureau on May 20 opened up a pair of dockets that are designed to update the Commission’s rules as it pertains to low-power television stations. One of the two dockets also impacts TV translator and Class A TV stations. The National Religious Broadcasters is displeased with the effort.
CP Communications Shines at MLB All-Star Week
When it came time for Major League Baseball's biggest stars to shine during all-star week in Texas, CP Communications ensured the best audio, video and fiberoptic technology was in place for each telecast associated with the annual event.
Maranatha Goes With The Media Audit For Sales Boost
The owner of the Me TV-affiliated television station serving the Philadelphia DMA from Wilmington, Del., and an unaffiliated sibling in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania has signed a multi-year agreement with The Media Audit for media and marketing research.
Telos Alliance Adds To R&D, Business Development Teams
For more than 30 years, Telos Alliance has attracted clients for its broadcast audio products. Now, the Cleveland-headquartered company is adding three new team members.
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