How FCC Concerns Prompted Angst
What is the genesis for “The Coalition For Transparency, Clarification and Simplification of Regulations pertaining to American Broadcasting”? Featured Media Information Bureau columnist Ken Benner shares all in his latest exclusive-to-RBR+TVBR column.
Halprin Puts A Halt To Sinclair ALJ Hearing
In December 2018, Jane Hinckley Halprin succeeded Richard Sippel as the FCC's Administrative Law Judge. Some thought she'd make headlines for moving forward with a hearing designation order centered on Sinclair's now-aborted merger with Tribune Media. Nope.
Nationalizing 5G Is Not the Way to Beat China
Reports surfaced last week that advisers to the administration are calling for the U.S. to embrace China-style nationalization as our path to 5G. That’s like looking to Cuba as inspiration for reforming the U.S. health-care system, says FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr.
Could This Copyright Case Ruling Impact Your Business?
The U.S. Supreme Court has issued its opinion in a case that deserves notice from broadcast media companies, their digital media partners, and marketers and advertisers doing business with radio and TV stations. Here's what one legal expert says about the decision.
Pai Media Advisor Prepares For FCC Exit
When it comes to advising FCC Chairman Ajit Pai on media issues, his No. 1 confidant has been Alison Nemeth Steger. Now, Steger is ready to move on from the Commission.
Luján’s Constant Fact In An Ever-Evolving Media World
Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico is well-appraised of the massive disruption to broadcast media being created by digital choices. Speaking at the NAB State Leadership Conference, Luján made one thing clear: "Despite all these changes, one thing remains constant: the importance of broadcasters."
NABEF Excellence Award Established In Dingell’s Name
The National Association of Broadcasters Education Foundation (NABEF) has created a new honor in memory of a long-serving House Member who had much impact on the oversight of the FCC during his tenure in Congress.
More Insight On License Revocation Prevention
A column by John Wells King and Erwin Krasnow, "How To Lose Your Station's FCC License," has become a reader favorite worthy of encore appearances at RBR.com. Independent Alternative FCC Compliance Certification Inspector Ken Benner read it, and offers additional thoughts on keeping one's license.
Steny Hoyer: A Champion of Public Broadcasting
At 8am Tuesday morning, the House Majority Leader of the 116th Congress will be presented with the 2019 Champion of Public Broadcasting Award from America's Public Television Stations.
How To Lose Your Station’s FCC License
On Dec. 28, 2017, RBR+TVBR published what has emerged as one of its most popular Media Information Bureau columns. The title of this piece by John Wells King and Erwin Krasnow says it all. It remains one of our most requested columns, and we are pleased to share it anew.
NAB SLC In D.C.: Tuesday Event Features Key Legislators
Pack a sweater, but no umbrella is necessary. With a high of 44 and abundant sunshine, some 600 local radio and TV broadcasters will have good weather -- and hopefully good sessions -- to look forward to come Tuesday. That's when they will be in D.C. for the NAB's annual State Leadership Conference.
O’Rielly Added To ACA Summit Agenda
FCC Chairman Ajit Pai won't be the only member of the Commission to have the podium at the upcoming American Cable Association annual summit, set for March 20 in Washington.
Benner: One FCC Regulation In Need Of Transparency
Tucson-based Media Information Bureau columnist Ken Benner just submitted a fresh column focused on FCC Reg. §73.2080. What is that? You better read this column, because he believes it is important for radio and TV station owners -- and that this rule needs FCC transparency now.
Three Times A Keynote: Pai Picked Again To Address ACA Summit
The American Cable Association's annual summit in 2018 saw the FCC's top dog deliver its keynote address. Attendees of its upcoming 26th annual event will now enjoy a sequel that will likely be far from a repeat performance.
NBC’s Welker Takes Spotlight At FCC Media Diversity Symposium
For viewers of NBC News, any reporting from the White House will usually involve its Chief Correspondent at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., in Washington. On March 7, Kristen Welker won't be addressing an audience in front of the camera. Rather, she'll be live at the FCC's media diversity symposium.