Sunday, May 17, 2026

How Pirates Will Walk FCC’s New Plank

FCC issues new, more complete, anti-pirate enforcement plan.
U.S. Congress

Why The FCC Oversight Hearing Could Get Testy

Look for fireworks at today’s FCC oversight hearing in the Senate Commerce Committee.

More Repack Money, Time On The Way?

Senators introduce amendment to give TV more repack money, time.
Gavel

‘Real’ Auction Deadline Looms

The "real" auction deadline looms for TV owners.

Why Does Reid Care About Charter-TWC Merger?

Senate Minority leader Harry Reid urges the DOJ & FCC be cautious about okaying Charter-TWC acquisition.

Skywave — Time to Stay Or Go?

A pitched battle is brewing over Class A skywave protection.
Files

Radio’s Online Public File Changes Start

Radio's online public file obligations begin now.

Will Broadcasters Benefit As Wheeler FCC Sunsets?

As Wheeler's FCC sunsets he only has time to do so much.
FCC

Don’t Make This Mistake With Transfer of Control

Improper transfer of control dogs two Iowa stations.

Pirate Battle May Solve Only Part of the Problem

FCC's Michael O'Rielly has more to say about combating pirates while readers weigh-in.
Michael O'Rielly

Why O’Rielly Seeks More Repack Data

FCC Commissioner Michael O'Rielly pledges auction repack support.

Next National EAS Test Set

There's a September date for the next national EAS test.
FCC

Why Reed Hundt Thinks Telecom Act Changes For Radio Were a ‘Mistake’

Former FCC Chairman Reed Hundt still thinks Telecom Act changes for radio were a mistake.

NAB Working With Lawmakers

NAB President/CEO Gordon Smith tells APTS members NAB is working with lawmakers to ensure repack timeline is "realistic."

Why Next Auction Deadline is Critical

TV owners now have a new auction deadline to meet.