Headlines
How Americans Get Local Political News
Most Americans follow news about local government and politics, yet only a quarter of them are highly satisfied with the quality of coverage
FCC Hears From a Range of Voices on Class A10
The FCC received about 30 comments from radio industry stakeholders on the idea of creating a new FM Class A10.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Deal Digest: Connoisseur Media Sells In Frederick
Local Daily Media has filed a $4.275 million deal to buy “Free Country 99.9” WFRE and “Free Talk 930” WFMD from Connoisseur Media.
Connoisseur Media Is Free Of Maryland With Dual Station Sale
Connoisseur Media has agreed to the sale of its two Frederick, MD radio stations to Williamsburg, VA’s Local Daily Media.
FCC
Fifth Circuit Calls FCC’s Universal Service Fund Unconstitutional
In a major ruling that could set the stage for further legal fights, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans has ruled that the statutory framework governing the Universal Service Fund (USF) unconstitutionally delegates legislative or taxing authority to the FCC.
DirecTV Warns FCC: Without Early Termination Fees, Our Equipment and Installation Costs Are Going to Be Paid For by Our Customers Upfront
Satellite TV company is still pushing back on the FCC’s ‘all-in pricing’ order
Radio
Local Brands Can Find A Gen Z Connection Via Radio's Influencers
As the “original influencers,” radio personalities have been at the forefront of creator-generated content long before it was called that.
CTV/OTT
61% of CTV Advertisers Plan To Increase Spending: Survey
Study from Premion, Advertiser Perceptions finds average increase of 21%
How Streaming Platforms Can Balance Subscription And Ad Revenue
Mike Napodano: Streamers small and large alike can compete only with a data and technology foundation that can deliver value to both advertisers and audiences.
