Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Senate Commerce Committee OK’s FCC Reform Bill

Among the bills now set for a full Senate vote is S.174, or the "Federal Communications Commission Consolidated Reporting Act"
Boise, Idaho

How A Local Broadcast Company Made Its Impact

This is a story of evaluating a local station group's strengths and weaknesses, and committing to the community.

Are Americans Ready For 4K Television?

New research suggests the cart may be coming before the horse
FCC

Here’s The January FCC Open Meeting Agenda

On the agenda for discussion by the three-member Commission is one item that has a big impact on radio and TV broadcasters

An Immaculate Merger Nears Finalization

A deal originally announced in mid-October 2016 is finally filed with the FCC, signaling the official merger of two religious noncomms
FCC

New FCC Chairman Makes Staff Moves

An Acting General Counsel, Chief of Staff and Senior Counsel have been selected; Media Bureau Chief Bill Lake to exit Jan. 31
US Congress

‘Local Radio Freedom Act’ Returns

Bipartisan resolutions were introduced in both the House and Senate that oppose any new performance fees for radio
Meredith

Four Meredith Stations Get New CBS Pacts

Meanwhile, WFSB-3 remains dark on Optimum systems across Conn. due to a retrans fees dispute
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A Sea Of Green For Media Stocks

Disney and Netflix posted gains on Tuesday, while iHeart lost ground

Top Deutsche Bank Exec Inked For MFM CFO Summit

The managing director for Deutsche Bank's Global Debt Capital Markets Group is set to provide a global market outlook for CFOs

Keystone State FM Locked For KLove

A big religious noncomm exercises an option to purchase the Class A station.

With Congrats To Pai, House Dems Seek ‘Commitments’

A two-page letter sent to Pai asks him "to make several commitments"
BIA Kelsey

Look At The Huge Growth Rates For Mobile Ad Spend

BIA/Kelsey believes location-targeted content is "a natural fit." How can it help your stations' mobile apps and digital revenue?

Wazee Makes ‘Revolting’ Choice For Ops Role

The former Chief Technology Officer of Revolt TV and Media is set as Wazee's new VP/Operations.

Should We Want A Bipartisan FCC?

Mark Jamison, a visiting Fellow with the AEI and a part of the Trump FCC transition team, says "no." But, he was a strong reason why.