FCC Considering A New FM Broadcast Station Class
The Media Bureau is now seeking comment on a proposal that would create a new FM station class. Importantly, this proposed FM station class would supersede a dormant plan that would have established a new “Class C4” category of FM stations in the U.S.
FCC Grants ‘Top-Four’ Rule Waiver With Gray/Marquee Swap OK
In a move that could possibly lead to a thaw in regulatory policy when it comes to local broadcast television ownership limits, the FCC's Media Bureau, headed by Holly Saurer, has given its approval to a swap of stations between Marquee Broadcasting and Gray Television.
Mission Demands Deposit Refund For Failed WADL Buy
Mission Broadcasting, the licensee of broadcast TV stations run by Nexstar Media Group via shared services agreements, has formally demanded to Adell Broadcasting that it release its deposit made as part of its now-scuttled deal to purchase WADL-38 in Detroit. Adell says not so fast.
Pee Dee Gets First NEXTGEN TV Channels
ATSC 3.0-powered NEXTGEN TV broadcasts for four services serving a unique DMA that includes the nation's fastest-growing city has arrived. It is thanks to the conversion of transmissions by a Howard Stirk Holdings-owned station operated via a shared services agreement with Sinclair Inc.
The InFOCUS Podcast: Inside Scripps’ Newsroom Reinvention
It has been one year since The E.W. Scripps Co. began a “bold new approach" to its local news by making a host of changes. What went right ... and wrong? Scripps' Senior Director of Storytelling and Content Strategy, and the Executive Reporter for “Idaho News 6," shares all in this InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM.
TEGNA Succession Plan Sets Retirement Date For Lougee
TEGNA head Dave Lougee is retiring, and an August transition is expected. Who's taking on the role of President/CEO that in early 2023 many believed would be going to Deb McDermott? It is an individual with experience at the parent of wedding portal The Knot, and at NBCUniversal.
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Cannes Again For iHeartMedia’s Top Leaders and Talent
Many of the company's top C-Suite leaders were in the south of France this week touting its reach and star power. So was syndicated morning host Bobby Bones, as the Cannes Lions Festival again saw the nation's top audio content creator and distributor show off its portfolio and star power.
Top FCC Republican Wants No Audacy ‘Soros Shortcut’
A fund controlled by Democratic activist and investor George Soros will emerge as Audacy's largest shareholder, adding to its investment in Latino Media Network (LMN). Getting regulatory approval of the deal won't involve any "Soros shortcut," Brendan Carr has pledged.
Broadcast Media Salutes Leading Women At Gracies
The 49th annual Gracie Awards Luncheon has concluded, where a lengthy list of 2024 honorees were celebrated as the Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to the pioneering New York Yankees color commentator Suzyn Waldman.
SBS Founder Confident In ‘Operational Reset’
On May 30, the company released its delayed Q4 2023 and Q1 2024 earnings results. Nineteen days later, founder, President and Chairman/CEO Raúl Alarcón Jr. hosted a conference call for the Wall Street community in which he doubled down on Spanish Broadcasting System's path to growth.
When It Comes To Music First, Radio Wins
It isn't even June 30, yet our Editor-in-Chief already has a 40-track list of his "Hottest Songs of 2024." While he says it's remarkable and welcoming, the biggest takeaway is that he learned of every song by listening to a radio station. Why then does musicFIRST want to kill Radio, he wonders?
WKXW, FOX Political Host Bill Spadea Seeks N.J. Gov. Nod
"I'm an outsider they can't control." That's how Bill Spadea, a vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump, described himself as he announced his intention to run for Governor of the State of New Jersey.
Eight Distinguished Figures Selected As RHOF Inductees
The induction ceremony is scheduled for September 19 at the Omni Nashville Hotel, with ticket proceeds supporting the Museum of Broadcast Communications, which is home to the Radio Hall of Fame. The process was managed by Votem.com and audited by Andrew Rosen from Miller Kaplan.
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A Volunteer State FM Trades Hands
An asset purchase agreement was struck on February 9 but not filed with the FCC for regulatory approval until June 18. An all-cash payment is due at closing.
NBC Affiliate Morning Anchor Reveals Absence Reason
The University of Missouri at Columbia-owned NBC affiliate that has been home to a morning show anchor since becoming a desk assistant in January 2014 has revealed that his absence since May 27 is due to partial facial paralysis linked to a condition known as Bell’s Palsy.
TVB Study Shines A Light On Local TV Station Online Hubs
Local TV stations have spent decades carefully developing their brands which are built on the locality and relevance of their news content. But how do users of local broadcast TV news and local broadcast station websites/apps really feel about them?
It's a question TVB sought to find the answer to.
Gray Promotes Three Linked to Tech/Digital Roles
They've each played a key role in expanding Gray Television's opportunities with new digital technologies including NEXTGEN TV and Generative AI. Starting July 1, these three individuals will take on greater responsibilities at the broadcast TV station ownership group.
Time To Honor Radio’s Management, Marketing and Sales Pros
When it comes to Radio's sales leaders, who are the best of the best in 2024? Now's your time to help decide, as nominations are being accepted for the 32nd annual Radio Wayne Awards, to be presented September 10-11 at the Radio Masters Sales Summit.
Mesmerize Your Speaking Audience With These Memory Hacks
"It’s not wise to memorize a speech," says public speaking coach Rosemary Ravinal. "Yet sometimes it’s necessary to remember some parts of your talk or presentation, but straight memorization will often backfire." Here are some techniques to consider to deliver speeches with confidence.
Toronto: Land Of The Lost Radio Marketing Acts
A weekend in Toronto yielded many observations as to how locals consume radio. The biggest eye-opener, however, is a local TV campaign for a leading Adult Contemporary radio station — which appeared on a top sports channel distributed via cable TV and satellite.
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.
A Radio Broadcaster’s Ad Insertion Elevation, Thanks To StreamGuys
For privately held Dick Broadcasting Co., which owns stations Greensboro-Winston Salem and Greenville-New Bern, N.C.; Myrtle Beach, S.C.; and Midway-Savannah, Ga., shifting to ad insertion services offered by a streaming technology pioneer has paid off.
Kramer Buys AV/IT, Video Conferencing Provider Ashton Bentley
Audio-visual tech company Kramer has completed its acquisition of Ashton Bentley, a UK-based provider of collaboration spaces. This acquisition is being called "a pivotal step in Kramer's three-year strategy" to expand its capabilities and offerings in the Unified Communication and Collaboration (UCC) domain.
Shure Upgrades WL Series With InfoComm Lavalier Launch
A "refreshed portfolio" means Shure's WL18Xm line delivers enhanced specifications for optimal compatibility with modern wireless systems and is specifically designed for speech and presentation applications in corporate environments, which may be of use for radio and television broadcasters.
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