Headlines
Now Open: The FCC Starts Collecting Annual Fees; Stations Must Pay By Sept. 26.
Fresh off making its decision about how much radio and other industries will pay in annual regulatory fees, the Federal Communication Commission has thrown open its virtual cashier’s window to start collecting the money. The Commission Registration System (or CORES) has opened up for payment of the 2024 fees, which must be received by the FCC by 11:59pm (ET) on Sept. 26.
Television
Premium Long-Form TV For Brands: Working For Young Consumers?
Long-form TV content -- live, linear TV, ad-supported or subscription streaming TV -- is still very premium, according to new DirecTV research.
Automotive National TV Spending Increases 6.1%
Automakers spent 6.1% more on estimated national TV spending in August compared to a year ago — $128.8 million vs. $121.5 million.
KRNV in Reno Loses OTA Signal Due to Davis Fire
Reno NBC affiliate KRNV has lost its over-the-air signal due to a loss of power at its transmitter site on Slide Mountain because of the Davis Fire.
Radio
More Presidential Ad Dollars Flowing To Radio In 2024 Than In The Past.
With a lackluster primary season and one of the major parties switching candidates before the election, it has been an atypical campaign season.
Media
NAB Releases Radio and TV Station Self-Inspection Guides
NAB joined with SBE to provide broadcasters with up-to-date, standardized guidance on compliance with FCC rules and policies
FCC
FCC Regulatory Fees for Broadcasters to Drop Once Again in FY 2024
FCC order reduces regulatory fees for the second year in a row for TV and radio; pay TV operators get a rate hike
