Sunday, May 17, 2026

All Streaming is Not The Same

Adele’s new CD “25” is not on Apple Music or Spotify, but is online.
US Congress

A Second Chance for Media Ownership

A House hearing on media ownership is now set for Dec. 3.

Empire on The Hook for $25k

Pacific Empire has been hit with a $25k fine.
Gavel

Incentive Auction Paper Chase Begins

The FCC released 22 pages of incentive auction instructions for TV owners.

How Much Can a Pirate Get Away With?

The FCC levied a $15,000 fine for operating a pirate station.

Wireless Alerts to Advance

FCC to refresh wireless alerts.

Wheeler Clear on Auction Timing

Wheeler clear about auction timing.

FM Chips Get Rosenworcel Shout-Out

FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel gave the FM chip concept a high-five.

FEMA IPAWS Sends First Multilingual NPT EAS Test

FEMA sends first multilingual NPT EAS test
FCC

WNCE Skirts $15K Fine

WNCE avoids a $15K fine

Can the FCC Shut Down Terrorist Websites?

Lawmakers asked FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler what the agency can do to stop terrorism.

FCC Reform Passes One Hurdle

An FCC process reform bill passed the House and now goes to the Senate.
Ajit Pai

Pai on AM, FM Chips With Farm Broadcasters

Pai touches on AM, FM chips with farm broadcasters

NAB Urges FCC to Delay TWC Merger Decision

NAB has again asked the FCC to delay a decision on the Charter, TWC and Bright House merger.
Gavel

New Date for FCC Auction Workshop

The FCC's pre-auction process tutorial for the reverse auction has a new date.