Thursday, July 16, 2026

AMs Should Avoid This Halloween Horror

Don't be spooked! The second window for AM licensees to file for an FM translator is about to be shut.
U.S. Congress

Who In DC Wants A Video Marketplace Check?

A hearing to evaluate the current state of the video marketplace in light of the proposed Time Warner/AT&T deal is requested

How Has NATPE Responded To Cross-Platform Growth?

NATPE announced the launch of NATPE Music and NATPE Scripted and the creation of a NATPE Station Group Summit.

Look Who Alpha Media Just Promoted And Hired

The Portland, Ore.-based radio broadcaster promoted Milt McConnell and lured an industry vet from Seattle

Why Are Political Dollars Off In Sacramento?

"The political dollars just aren't as robust as people thought it would be," says one market exec
SBS / Spanish Broadcasting System

This Miami TV Station Just Avoided An $8M Verdict

Mega TV unknowingly purchased a pirated copy of a feature film it aired in 2013, but shouldn't be liable for damages

This Mountain West Player Grabs A Silent Stick

A 32kw facility serving the picturesque Southeast Idaho community is being purchased by a major regional broadcaster.

Is Frustration Up Over Nexstar/Media General OK Delay?

The Department of Justice gave its blessing to Nexstar Broadcast Group’s merger acquisition of Media General Corp. – so long as

How The NAB Has Helped Radio’s Streaming Costs

Streaming agreements with Sony and Warner Music Groups will ease costs for AM and FM stations

Guess What’s Not On The FCC’s Agenda

Chairman Wheeler's controversial set-top box proposal is now officially tabled until at least late December

Why Is iHeart Delaying Its Q3 Results By A Week?

The company originally said it would release its Q3 results on Nov. 2, before moving it late Wednesday
Meredith

Why Did Meredith Slide On Good Fiscal Q1 News?

Poor revenue for its female-targeted print and digital brands including SHAPE sent shares downward Thursday
Charles Grassley

Are AT&T, Time Warner Ready For Grassley Grilling?

The Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman has called for a Capitol Hill hearing on the proposed acquisition of Time Warner by AT&T
Gannett

Why Did Media Stocks Slide? Thank Tronc and Gannett

The Gannett-Tronc deal is reportedly off, and as a result media stocks sank in Thursday's trading
Sirius XM

How Did Subscribers Boost Sirius XM In Q3?

Sirius XM's net income increased from $166.6 million (3 cents per share) to $193.9 million (4 cents).