Sunday, June 28, 2026

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.

Next Regional EAS Test This Week

The next regional EAS test is this week in 22 areas.
FCC

Why Will We Care About ‘The Box’ Vote?

How consumers will access video programming in the future is at the heart of the set-top box battle that’s been officially unleashed at the FCC.
Pile of Money

What Can AM Owners do Starting March 3?

AM owners can simply notify the FCC they're using power-saving techniques as of March 3.
Closed Caption

Closed Captioning Regs Updated

The FCC updates its closed captioning rules.
Cable / Satellite

Condolences Pour in for Dan Brenner

Former cable industry and FCC attorney Dan Brenner is dead at 64.
FCC

Just in Case You Didn’t Know Contest Rule Changes Now in Effect

Broadcasters can now post contest rules online if they wish.

Why Broadcasters Straddle Both Sides of Set-Top Box Brawl

Arguments are becoming more pointed as set-top box vote nears.

Is Capitalism Under Assault?

FCC Commissioner Michael O'Rielly says capitalism is under assault but should be embraced.