Headlines
NAB Says Multilingual EAS Alert Plan Could Do More Harm Than Good During Emergencies
The National Association of Broadcasters says a proposal to use pre-scripted alerts to help ensure non-English speakers are reached during an emergency could be more of a hindrance than a help.
New York Adopts Law That Says Stations Can Be Sued Over AI Use In Political Ads
New York has passed what is believed to be the first law in the nation that will hold media outlets, including radio stations, responsible for airing political advertisements that include voices and images created with artificial intelligence.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Station Trading Roundup: 1 Deal, $200,000
The purchase of WZPK-LD Monticello, N.Y., by Hudson TV tops the latest list of TV station transactions submitted to the FCC for its approval, according to BIA Advisory Services.
Donna Henderson Sells Arizona Radio Pair
Douglas, Ariz., to many is at the center of a border “crisis” between the U.S. and Mexico. The small town, a two-hour drive from Tucson, is directly opposite Agua Prieta, Sonora.
Television
Additional NEXTGEN TV Stations Come To San Antonio
Nearly two years ago, The CW Network affiliate serving the Alamo City became the ATSC 3.0 “lighthouse” station for San Antonio for four of the market’s broadcast television facilities, with neither TEGNA nor Graham Media Group choosing to participate with Sinclair Inc.
Radio
NBCUniversal Selects iHeartMedia as Exclusive Audio Partner for Paris Olympics
NBCUniversal has selected iHeartMedia to serve as the official exclusive audio partner for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Hispanic Women Cannot Be Ignored In Radio Ad Strategies
Hispanic women are emerging as a dominant force in both media and consumer behavior and cultural trends, redefining the advertising landscape with their substantial influence on both household and luxury item purchases and proving a key part of radio ad strategy.
Media
Diamond Sports Negotiating Distribution Agreements As They Reorganize
Diamond Sports, has been busy with retransmission renewal negotiations and a plan to successfully emerge from bankruptcy including a streaming strategy. with Amazon.
FCC
FCC Sets Reinstatement Date For Diversity Data Collection
The FCC’s Media Bureau announced that the associated Fourth Report and Order and the Order on Reconsideration were published in the Federal Register on May 3 and will officially take effect on June 3.
CTV/OTT
NBCU And Pluto TV Launching NBC And Telemundo Local Streaming News Channels
NBCUniversal and Pluto announced NBCUniversal Local’s 15 NBC and Telemundo local and regional streaming news channels begin launching on Pluto TV this month, beginning today with five channels covering major markets.