FEMA, FCC Readying Mid-November EAS National Test
The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the FCC have announced that they will be teaming up to conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System. Word of the test, scheduled for mid-November, came via a Public Notice from the Commission's Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau.
News Helicopter Crash Kills Three, Including KNBC/KVEA Reporter
A news helicopter covering a deadly collision between a sports utility vehicle and a Los Angeles Metro Bus crashed in L.A.'s San Fernando Valley early Tuesday evening, resulting in the death of an aerial reporter covering the scene for the NBCUniversal Local television stations serving Southern California and two others.
Sinclair, Nexstar Team To Spread The NEXTGEN TV Gospel
Two of the nation's largest television ownership groups — each of whom have invested significantly in the ATSC 3.0 digital broadcast standard — have come together for a joint consumer education campaign designed to increase awareness and understanding of NEXTGEN TV.
Media Bureau Opens Docket On ‘LUR’ Public Notice ‘Reminder’
Acting FCC Media Bureau Chief Alex Sanjenis has moved ahead with "procedures and other requirements" governing an application for review filed by four Democrats pertaining to the Commission's "lowest unit charge" political advertising rules.
A Forecast 2027 Keynote for The Digital Era
An industry being reshaped by AI, streaming, and shifting consumer attention gets to listen to a voice who has spent three decades inside that disruption. That's why the Radio + Television Business Report is proud to be welcoming best-selling author Larry Bailin to Forecast 2027 on November 12 in New York.
Gray Selects Steber For CRO Role
In her new role, Ronna Steber is being asked to "drive advertising sales strategies and establish best practices throughout Gray’s extensive portfolio of top-rated local television stations and digital assets." She spent more than two decades at "FOX 56" in Lexington, Ky., before joining Gray eight years ago.
Beasley, iHeart Radio Personalities To Emcee Forecast 2027
Two of radio’s most recognizable voices are stepping behind the podium for Radio Ink and RBR+TVBR‘s Forecast 2027. One is a Radio Hall of Fame host and four-time Gracie Award recipient. The other has spent nearly 20 years in Boston sports radio.
Nielsen Wins New Stay Over Cumulus With Big-Dollar Penalty at Stake
For the second time this year, a federal appeals court has paused a court order requiring Nielsen to sell its Nationwide ratings product to Cumulus Media on terms and at a price set by a judge, now backed by a $50,000-a-day fine for noncompliance.
Senate Vote Awaits as House Passes AM Radio Act
Broadcasters, the NAB, state associations, and millions of listeners nationwide notched a major milestone in the years-long fight to protect AM radio access as the House of Representatives passed the "AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act" on Tuesday evening. The bipartisan bill now heads to the Senate.
After 22 Months, K-LOVE Closes High Desert Calif. FM Buy
In November 2024, the nation's foremost purveyor of noncommercial Christian-themed music networks agreed to purchase a 3kw Class A FM where California highways 14 and 58 bisect. The station, once a simulcast partner of KIIS-FM in Los Angeles, is now a K-LOVE Inc. property, with closing finally arriving after nearly two years.
SXM-11 Satellite Enters Operational Service
How essential is satellite delivery for SiriusXM, the nation's subscription-based audio content delivery service? With adoption of its smartphone app a disappointment for CEO Jennifer Witz and a refocus on building in-car subscription rolls, the company on Tuesday officially lit up its SXM-11 satellite, making it operational.
With Bellini Seeking Work, Sartler Saddles Up For Saga
Milwaukee Media Group, the brand Saga Communications uses for its radio stations in the Wisconsin market, has a new VP/General Manager. That's because longtime radio industry figure Bob Bellini is no longer associated with the five audio brands Saga operates in Milwaukee.
After Three Decades Of Syndication, ‘Bob & Sheri’ Take D2C Turn
It's a pending move that instantly got many longtime radio industry professionals chatting. After 30 years in syndication, the program today hosted by Sheri Lynch that continues to be branded as Bob & Sheri is making a digital pivot at the end of 2026.
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Deal Details Arrive With Connoisseur’s ‘Hometown’ Cluster Sale
When Jeff Warshaw engineered the merger of his Connoisseur Media with Alpha Media, it was largely assumed that he'd spin stations deemed non-essential. On August 28, Connoisseur confirmed the sale of four properties in small Minnesota cities to a "hometown" buyer. Now, deal details have surfaced.
TV Journalist Gets Noncompete Erasure As Discrimination Claims Live On
A Michigan federal district court judge has granted a request submitted in July by a former WJBK-TV in Detroit news anchor that nullifies a noncompete agreement she had with the FOX Television Stations-owned station. The judgment allows Taryn Asher to appear on another TV station as her gender discrimination and retaliation case against her former employer continues.
Split Screen Theme: TV Viewers Share Eyes With Smartphones
Nearly 75% of TV viewers regularly use their smartphones for other media while watching television, a sign that the competition for audience attention between "television" and mobile video is only growing. That's according to just-released consumer research courtesy of UK-based Omdia.
Sinclair Goes With JSA-To-Purchase Move In Alabama
A full-power satellite television station rebroadcasting the programming of an independent Birmingham-based TV station owned by Sinclair Inc. is poised to become a Sinclair station itself. This would change a lengthy shared services agreement between Sinclair and this cozy operational partner to outright ownership.
Roku TV Data Integrates With Horizon Media Offering
It's a move that provides advertisers with a more complete view of how audiences move across streaming and other channels. And, it sees a data integration agreement come to fruition for Roku and Horizon Media.
Advertisers Moving Ahead With Live Sports Streaming Investments
Newly research research from Premion and Advertiser Perceptions demonstrates that as sports viewing shifts across screens, advertisers are increasingly following those fans to streaming TV. The result? "Big Tech" is pocketing from marketers and consumers alike as it delivers big ticket play-by-play on a near-exclusive basis.
Americans Value Press Freedom But Differ on Limits
Some 73% of respondents in a newly released Pew-Knight Initiative study said press freedom is extremely or very important to the well-being of society. However, when asked to prioritize press freedom or accuracy, 53% said preventing inaccurate reporting is more important — even if it limits press freedom.
FCC Veterans To D.C. District Court: Carr Threat To Free Speech
A bipartisan coalition of 18 former FCC decisionmakers has gained the support of two Washington think tanks, which filed an amicus brief with a federal district court in Washington, D.C., in support of a request for emergency relief made by The Walt Disney Company's ABC Television Network.
An AdCellerant Leadership Shift Coming At Year’s End
As 2026 comes to an end, the co-founder and longtime Chief Operating Officer at the digital advertising technology and services company will step away from day-to-day duties while remaining on the Board of Directors. That sees the appointment of a "veteran product and technology" executive to serve as COO.
At IBC2026, ENCO Unveils A New AI Production Tool
IBC2026 is now history, and among the products to go to market for the first time at the international tech expo and conference held in Amsterdam is a new production tool fueled by Artificial Intelligence that cuts the time spent on video editing and content repurposing.
Auddia Tool Pitches ‘Guaranteed Radio Exposure’ For Independent Artists
Boulder, Colo.-based Auddia Inc. has agreed to a strategic partnership that meshes its artist promotion platform and a UK-based music tech platform that "allows independent artists and labels to upload their music and match with professionally produced 4k music video content."
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