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SBS Returns to 2024 Profitability Despite Concern Warning

Spanish Broadcasting System

Spanish Broadcasting System posted a net income of $1.66 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, rebounding from a net loss of $40.7 million in 2023. The improvement was largely driven by a $43.6 million drop in impairment charges compared to the prior year and a reduction in operating expenses, according to the company's audited More

NABOB Urges FCC to Preserve Local Radio Ownership Limits

National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters (NABOB)

The National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters (NABOB) has filed reply comments with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) strongly opposing any repeal or relaxation of the agency's Local Radio Ownership Rule, including its "subcaps" provision that limits the number of AM or FM stations a single entity can own in a market. More

FCC Warns Property Owner Over Illegal Pirate Radio Station

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

The FCC has issued a formal warning to Devaney Realty Holdings, the owner of a Worcester property where agents say an unlicensed FM radio station has been operating illegally. According to a "Notice of Illegal Pirate Radio Broadcasting" sent by the FCC's Enforcement Bureau, radio signals were detected on 103.9 MHz emanating from 60 More

NAB Urges FCC to Eliminate Outdated Broadcast Rules

National Association of Broadcasters (NAB)

In its latest filing to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) called on the agency to move forward with significant deregulation of the broadcast industry by eliminating obsolete rules that hinder investment, innovation, and competitiveness. In its Reply Comments submitted under More

Organizations Urge FCC to Modernize Ownership Rules

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Four major organizations representing minority and local community interests have sent a letter to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) urging swift action to modernize the nation's broadcast ownership regulations. The letter, signed by leaders from the National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts, More

FCC Proposes Rules to Clarify Foreign Ownership Regulations

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) today proposed new rules to codify foreign ownership requirements and streamline its review processes for broadcast and common carrier licensees. The move is aimed at providing greater clarity for companies navigating increasingly complex ownership structures and More

GBS Advocates for FCC Regulation Modernization of Rules

GeoBroadcast Solutions

GeoBroadcast Solutions (GBS) recently submitted comments to the FCC, advocating for a modernization of regulations that require radio broadcasters to maintain a main transmitter. This proposal, part of the FCC's "Delete, Delete, Delete" Public Notice, seeks to replace what GBS considers outdated regulations More

NAB Calls for Modernization of Radio Ownership Rules

National Association of Broadcasters (NAB)

In a push to modernize broadcasting regulations, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has submitted a detailed proposal to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), urging a comprehensive overhaul of the local radio ownership rules. This move comes as part of the FCC's "Delete, More

Woodward Communications Expands Springfield Footprint

Woodward Communications

Woodward Communications Inc. (WCI), has announced its acquisition of four stations -- WNNS-FM, WQLZ-FM, WMAY-FM, and WMAY-AM -- from Mid-West Family. This marks WCI's continued expansion in the Springfield, IL, market following the acquisition of four other local More

FCC Revokes Texas Station License Due to Unpaid Fees

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has revoked the broadcast license of Unidos Para Cristo, Inc., the licensee of KIJN-AM in Farwell, TX, due to the station's failure to pay over a decade's worth of regulatory fees. The FCC's Media Bureau, along with the Office of Managing Director, issued a More

SMG Divests Honolulu Stations to Malama Media Group

Salem Media Group

Salem Media Group has announced the sale of its remaining radio stations and digital assets in Honolulu to Malama Media Group, pending FCC approval. This transaction marks the end of Salem's broadcasting presence there, but ensures the continuation of the current station formats under new ownership. More

FCC Proposes Fines Against Pirate Radio Operations

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

The FCC has proposed nearly $400,000 in fines under the Preventing Illegal Radio Abuse Through Enforcement Act (PIRATE Act) against unauthorized radio broadcasters in the Miami area. The enforcement actions target pirate radio operators whose illegal broadcasts can interfere with licensed stations, More

FCC Investigates iHeartMedia Over Potential Payola Violations

Federal Communications Commission

The FCC has issued a formal inquiry into iHeartMedia regarding potential payola violations tied to the upcoming iHeartCountry Festival 2025, scheduled for May 3 in Austin, TX. The agency's Enforcement Bureau is investigating concerns that musicians may be compelled to perform at the festival for little or no More

MediaCo Exercises Option to Acquire Estrella Assets

MediaCo

MediaCo Holding has taken significant steps in its expansion efforts by finalizing the acquisition of Estrella Media's network, content, digital and commercial operations. This move follows an initial $120 million transaction earlier in April 2024, granting MediaCo operational control. As part of their More

FCC Takes Aim at Covert Radio Payola in Advisory

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

In a move to curtail covert manipulation of radio airplay, the FCC's Enforcement Bureau has issued a new enforcement advisory targeting radio stations that engage in undisclosed practices to influence music airplay. This development follows concerns raised by Tennessee Senator Marsha Blackburn about the More

FCC Begins Investigation into NPR for Alleged Ad Violations

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

The FCC, under the leadership of Chairman Brendan Carr, has launched an investigation into whether National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) have breached federal laws by airing what could be classified as commercial advertisements under the guise of underwriting spots. The More

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