Sunday, May 17, 2026

Tracking Pirate Complaints is Murky

FCC takes 91 enforcement actions against pirate radio operators through May.

Lawmakers Press Commissioners on Set-Top Box

The FCC chairman’s set-top box proposal clearly has a ways to go to get approval from his colleagues, judging by the discussion at a...

Wheeler to Float Going After Worst Pirates

Look for FCC Chairman Wheeler to propose shifting pirate enforcement tactics.

More Hurricane Specific Warnings Coming to EAS

The FCC has added hurricane-specific event code to its EAS rules.
Univision Communications, Inc.

Univision Wants More Foreign Investors

Univision is pushing the limits of foreign investment.
FCC

Flat Revenue Means Combo Bans Need to Go

Flat revenue projections for radio mean FCC must eliminate combo-ownership bans, says NAB.

Why Combo Bans Harm TV, Print Value

NAB has re-emphasized to the FCC in strong terms it’s beyond time to eliminate the media cross-ownership bans.
John Thune

Thune Takes to Floor to Blast FCC

Senator John Thune (R-SD) took to the chamber floor Thursday to criticize FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler and the agency in general.
Pile of Money

You’ll Pay More for Violations Now

Penalties for FCC violations have gone up with inflation.
Towers

How Two Texas Non-Coms Fight Over CP

To southwest Texas non-coms battle it out for a CP.

Why Potential Listeners Are Critical in a Move

Service pop counts impact whether your station move is allowed.

NAB Digs Deeper Into Ownership

NAB files FOIA request related to media ownership.
Gavel

These Are Next Auction Steps

Upfront payments for next phase of incentive are due to the FCC.

New EAS Test Reporting System Is Ready

The new EAS Test Reporting System is ready; stations must register by August 26.
Gavel

Is the $86B+ Real?

Is the $86 billion really an attainable figure?