Monday, June 29, 2026

Tower

Mock Auctions for Pubcasters

Spectrum bidding simulations for public television licensees.

Media Ownership Hearing On Tap for Thursday

Media ownership has the attention of Congress this week.

Media Ownership Court Arguments Delayed

No arguments this week in federal appeals court on media ownership.
Gavel

Third-Party Auction Payments Okay

Auction proceeds can be paid to third parties under certain conditions.

Lawmakers Ask About Uncollected FCC Fines

Lawmakers ask the FCC about higher-dollar uncollected penalties.
FCC

FCC to Dump Old Re-Design as Part of Web Update

The FCC expects to unveil its website re-design Dec. 10.
Tegna

3 TV Stations to Go to Tegna Subsidiaries

The FCC to allow 3 Sander TV television licenses to go to Tegna subidiaries.

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.