Nexstar, FCC Tell D.C. Circuit It Needn’t Hear Bureau Deal OK
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit has been asked to dismiss the appeals filed in the combined Free Press v. FCC case designed to thwart Nexstar Media Group's regulatorily approved merger with TEGNA by not only Nexstar, but by the Commission itself.
Weigel To FCC: ATSC 3.0 Corrupts Free and Simple TV Service
Weigel Broadcasting's business model, focused largely on digital multicast networks, has been largely successful. As such, the company is wary of a "mandated flash cut" to ATSC 3.0-powered NEXTGEN TV as proposed by the NAB. The company owned by Norman Shapiro says it is very much a matter of economics.
A PBS Reprieve Comes In NW Ohio
As January began, it was made known that one of two PBS Member stations in the Toledo DMA would end its relationship with PBS because of the loss of federal funding through the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Now, Bowling Green State University‘s TV station will be keeping PBS thanks to a Toledo savior.
NAB Calls On Sports Fans To ‘Keep The Game On’
The NAB has released a new television spot as part of its new "Keep the Game On" campaign that highlights what the association led by Curtis LeGeyt believes is a growing concern among sports fans: the increasing number of games moving behind paywalls and subscription services.
SCOTUS Upholds FCC Ability To Levy Fines
With the U.S. Supreme Court's rulings in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo and SEC v. Jarkesy, questions arose as to whether or not the Federal Communications Commission had the authority to impose financial forfeitures for violations of its rules. The nation's highest judicial body has spoken.
Montclair State Univ. To Assume Control of ‘NJ PBS’
Until Wednesday, it was understood that there was no future for NJ PBS, a unit of The WNET Group focused on New Jersey. Now, thanks to an institute of higher learning in the Garden State, a cessation of operations due to funding woes won't be in the cards.
A New Beasley On New Year’s Day 2028?
Even if the radio broadcasting company led by CEO Caroline Beasley repays nearly every dollar on loan, the publicly traded entity's debtholders could still walk away with 80% of the company. That's the math embedded in a charter amendment filed June 4 and signed by Ms. Beasley.
Beasley Spins Half Of ‘Tricolor’ Home In Detroit
A 99-watt FM translator serving much of the City of Detroit and neighboring Dearborn, Mich., that's one half of the "La Tricolor" regional Mexican brand is being sold by Beasley Media Group. The buyer? Look no further than the multicultural audio content pioneer today led by the son of its late founder.
Bustos Sells An Evangelical AM In Seattle
It is a Class B AM radio station with a signal blanketing the Seattle-Tacoma market offering a Spanish-language Christian-themed format. Until now, it has been owned by Bustos Media. Pending FCC approval, this station and a companion FM translator will become the property of a Hispanic broadcast ministry.
Birach Legacy Continues With FM Translator Purchase
On October 14, 2025, longtime multicultural radio broadcasting pioneer Sima Birach died at the age of 86. Now, his son has taken the helm at Birach Broadcasting, and he's signed off on the acquisition of an FM translator with a translator atop the Willis Tower in downtown Chicago.
Entravision: An AI On-Air Experiment Is Working For ‘José’
Entravision's radio division, now under the leadership of Eduardo Maytorena, is taking AI-powered air talent to another level. The company says Al Aire y Sin Permiso, which pairs host GeeGee Guzman with artificial intelligence-generated "personality" Coyotec at "José 97.5" has been successful in luring younger Latino males.
Progressive, Arnold Take Top Honor At 2026 RMAs
The 2026 Radio Mercury Awards have been presented, with a 35th annual awards presentation held at Sony Hall in Midtown Manhattan on Wednesday night. The top honor — a "Best in Show" accolade — was awarded for the advertising creative with the theme "Truckers Unite The World."
Nielsen/Edison: Radio Holds 62% of Ad-Supported Audio in Q1
Nearly four hours. That's how much time the average American spent with audio every day in Q1 2026, new data from Nielsen Audio show. It's an achievement that comes as Americans have access to an ever-expanding menu of listening options.
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Gois Spins Last Remaining AM In Connecticut
In September 2025, RBR+TVBR first reported on a transaction that saw Relevant Radio acquire WLAT-AM 910 and W269DE at 101.7 MHz in New Britain, Conn. That left the seller with a remaining AM and its companion FM translator in Manchester, Conn. Those properties are now being sold by Gois Broadcasting of Connecticut.
It’s Pizza Time For Spot Cable
OK, so Domino's is more than just a pie these days. That's integral to its branding messages, and for the first week of June, the venerable quick-service delivery brand opted to step up its marketing with a deeper commitment to Spot Cable.
Empire State OKs Legislation Protecting Radio, TV From AI Bots
Broadcasters across the State of New York may soon have a legal tool to fight back against AI that secretly scrapes their news content. That's because the state legislature has passed legislation that would prohibit automated bots from disguising their identities when accessing station websites.
Ex-WJBK News Anchor Files Sex Discrimination, Retailation Lawsuit
Taryn Asher was suspended in fall 2025 before being terminated for what WJBK-TV in Detroit says was improper workplace behavior. She couldn't disagree more, as the former news anchor believes she was discriminated against based on her gender, and that retaliation led to her departure.
For Most Americans, Keeping Up With Top News Topics Is Key
Most Americans say it’s crucial to keep up with key news topics. However, far fewer say they’re highly informed themselves. That's the big takeaway from a just-released study from Pew Research Center.
RAB Virtual Series To Discuss ‘The AI Advantage for Radio Sales’
The Radio Advertising Bureau is launching a new four-part live presentation series designed to help local broadcasters harness artificial intelligence to support sales efforts, uncover opportunities and drive revenue growth.
Nielsen Brings ‘Big Data + Panel’ Insights To Prisma
Nielsen has agreed to collaborate with Mediaocean by providing reporting on advanced audience segments for data-driven linear (DDL) national TV campaigns. The result is the expansion of an integration of Nielsen's Big Data + Panel audience measurement product directly within Mediaocean’s Prisma platform.
Trusty Warns Of AI Threats To Radio, TV Target Towers
Artificial Intelligence is seen by many in radio and TV as a threat to their job security, while consumers are fretting over trust. Now, AI could bring another worry to radio and TV broadcasters, FCC Commissioner Olivia Trusty has shared.
ATSC Awards Highest Technical Honor to Kenyon
A woman who has served as Vice Chair of ATSC Specialist Group on Interactive Environment (TG3/S38), Vice Chair of ATSC Implementation on Conformance (IT-3), and Chair of ATSC Specialist Group on Management and Protocols (TG3/S33) has been honored with the 2026 Bernard J. Lechner Outstanding Contributor Award.
App-Based Phone Service TextNow Integrates iHeart App
TextNow, an app-based mobile phone service, has made iHeartRadio a select app included in its Free Flex Plan, giving customers in both the U.S. and Canada included 5G data access to stream music and live radio while on the go. The iHeartRadio integration is now available to eligible Free Flex customers.
SSL Gears Up For InfoComm 2026 With Three Focus Areas
Solid State Logic will showcase its new compact, fly-away TCA Tour audio production system at InfoComm 2026, scheduled for June 17-19 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
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