‘Recalculated’ Nighttime Authorizations for AMs Arrive After 17 Years
It was 17 years ago that the Audio Division of the FCC's Media Bureau blamed "an unanticipated computer problem" for erroneous power level data associated with pre-sunset and pre-sunrise wattage allowed for "certain qualifying AM broadcast stations." Now, a fix has finally arrived.
CPB Awards Four More Public Media Stations NGWS Grants
Public media stations in Alaska, South Texas and rural areas of Upstate New York have been awarded Corporation for Public Broadcasting funding that is designed to upgrade their equipment to provide enhanced emergency alerting.
Zero Funding for CPB, House Committee Suggests
How much federal funding should the Corporation for Public Broadcasting be entitled to receive in fiscal 2025? If it were up to Republican leaders on the House Appropriations Committee, the answer would be zilch.
NPR Collaborative Journalism Network Gets Big Grant
Eric and Wendy Schmidt, philanthropists with billions of dollars thanks to Eric's former role as Google CEO and Wendy's investment prowess, have given NPR a sizable grant to further expand public media’s collaborative journalism efforts.
Southern Oregon PBS Settles Issues/Programs Rule Violation
Two television stations up for license renewal from the FCC have agreed to enter into a Consent Decree with the Commission to resolve issues arising from non-compliance with agency regulations pertaining to the placement of quarterly issues/programs list on their respective OPIFs.
Texas Judge Brings New Life To Noncompete Deals
A significant April ruling from the Federal Trade Commission, Chaired by Lina Khan, that could bring disruption to radio and television stations that hasn’t been experienced in generations has been partially put to a stop in the Lone Star State.
Carr Joins Seven Former FCC Commissioners At MMTC Affair
Senior Republican-aligned FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr will join no less than three former Commissioners and four former agency Chairs at the sixth annual "Former FCC Chairs' Symposium" hosted by the Multicultural Media, Telecom & Internet Council.
FCC Reminds TV Broadcasters Of Emergency Info Access Obligations
The FCC has issued a public notice reminding broadcasters, cable operators, and satellite television services of their obligation under section 79.2 of the Commission’s rules to make televised emergency information accessible to persons with disabilities.
EAS Test Report Released For October 2023 Event
Nearly nine months ago, the FCC conducted a nationwide emergency alert test, with radio and TV stations sending alerts via the Emergency Alert System and mobile phones receiving Wireless Emergency Alerts. On Thursday, a report as to the efficacy of the test was released by the Commission.
Window Opens For Second Round Of NGWS Grant Applications
The Executive Director of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's Next Generation Warning System Grant Program has shared details regarding the second round of grants to the NGWS program, which is ready for new applications.
FCC Head Takes On Mobile Phone Giants With ‘Unlock’ Proposal
In a move that could have potentially significant consequences for both consumers and cell phone service providers, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel has brought forth a proposal that would require mobile providers to unlock customers’ mobile phones within 60 days of activation.
Mr. Antenna Owner Violates FCC Sunshine Agenda Period
Karlo Maalouf, owner and founder of Mr. Antenna, has been singled out by the FCC's Office of General Counsel for submitting a prohibited written presentation during a Commission "Sunshine Agenda Period."
FCC Settles Verizon 911 Outage Violations
The Enforcement Bureau has reached a settlement that resolves its investigation into whether Verizon Wireless violated Commission rules by failing to deliver 911 calls during an outage in December 2022 in six southern states.
NAB Releases New Spots Pushing AM Radio Legislation
The NAB has released new radio spots designed to drive constituents of Capitol Hill politicians into action, and get them to petition their House and Senate representatives to get floor votes in each body of Congress for the AM Radio for Every Vehicle act.
Declining Health Leads Rep. Womack’s Father To Sign Off AM/FM Combo
It is a 4kw FM covering a Tri-State Area encompassing corners of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Missouri. It is a sibling to a Class B AM simulcast partner, offering unique programming including classic radio serials and “Dial-a-Trade” segments. On July 1, KURM radio will sign off after nearly 45 years.