Saturday, July 4, 2026

OMB Reviewing Online Contest Update

Don’t jump the gun on the new online contest disclosure rules.

Chicago, San Fran, Dallas Ratings Reviewed

Clark Smidt reviews ratings for Chicago, San Fran & Dallas.
Abitron / PPM 360

Nielsen: We’re Ready to Go Live Now

Nielsen is “ready to go live ” with its enhanced Critical Band Encoding Technology.

Upgrade Every PPM Encoder In Your Air Chain

Nielsen is sending upgrade packages to its client stations in all 48 PPM markets.

Franken Urges “Highest” Scrutiny of Charter-TWC

Sen. Al Franken raised concerns about proposed Charter-TWC deal.

TV Viewing Drop Charted

eMarketer predicts TV watching time will drop in 2016.
Jeff Smulyan

Emmis Q2 Revenues Flat, NextRadio “Compelling”

Emmis reports flat Q2 radio revenues, says NextRadio is “compelling.”

Retailers Forecast 3.7% Rise in Holiday Sales

Retailers forecast a 3.7% increase in holiday sales.

NAB Labs Expanding to Include FM in Test Bed

NAB Labs is expanding its radio testing capability.
Handshake

A North Dakota TV Deal is In The Works

Reiten Television intends to sell several stations to Nexstar Broadcasting.
Michael DeLier

Media Ownership Should Not Be All About The Money

Michael DeLier says the FCC needs to make it possible for small owners to compete.

Is Pandora Ahead of Radio In the New Dash?

Is Pandora ahead of radio in the new dashboard?

Media General Says Meredith Deal Still Alive

Media General refutes reports that say its Meredith deal is dead.
US Congress

Lawmakers Focus on Spectrum

Lawmakers are focused on freeing up more spectrum.

Neuhoff Buys 3 From Connoisseur

Neuhoff Broadcasting has purchased three FMs from Connoisseur Media.