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A Loophole in an FCC Rule Imperils Local TV News (WSJ subscription required)
Networks and streaming services make deals that cut out affiliates, starving them of needed revenue.
During House Hearing, Rosenworcel Won’t Commit To Not Bringing Dead Rules Back To Life
FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel says the Federal Communications Commission does not currently have any plans to reverse course on the media modernization effort targeting outdated regulations, but she stopped short of pledging not to try to revive any of the media-focused deregulatory moves led by her predecessor during a trip to Capitol Hill Wednesday.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Television
Burnout Getting Worse in Local News, per RTDNA/Syracuse Survey
More than two-thirds (68.9%) of all TV news directors say staff burnout is worse now than it was one year ago.
Radio
RAB: Auto Service Radio Ads Increase Foot And Website Traffic
While new and used car sales continue their slow comeback, one thing that never changes – in fact, it may be increasing, with more older cars still on the road – is consumer demand for auto service and repair.
Tech
Bipartisan Bill Would Establish Commission To Explore AI Regulation
A new bipartisan bill would establish a commission to explore potential regulations for artificial intelligence.
FCC
FCC Online License Systems Back Up After 11 Days
The Federal Communications Commission has announced that most of its online systems, including the Universal Licensing System, Tower Construction Notification System, E-106 System, and Antenna Structure Registration System, are now operational after more than 11 days of technical issues.
Simington: FCC Commissioners Need Role in Reviewing Delegated Authority
Says agency should allow for review of staff decisions, or Congress should step in
Hawaii FM Owner to Pay $10K in Consent Decree
Control of the licensee changed twice without the required FCC OK
Local
Radio And TV Stations Partner For Programming And Community Events
The partnership and shared resources of Hearst Baltimore’s news/talk WBAL (1090), “98 Rock” WIYY, and WBAL-TV are highlighted in a TVNewsCheck article.
