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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 broader strategy, MediaCo is now 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 undue pressures placed on artists 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 inquiry raises concerns over the More

FCC Chairman Announces New Leadership Appointments

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr has announced the appointment of key leadership positions across various offices, emphasizing the importance of these roles in advancing the Commission's agenda. Tom Sullivan has been named the Acting Chief of the Office of International Affairs. Sullivan, a seasoned More

FCC Chairman Carr Announces New Acting Leadership

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr today announced a series of appointments to key acting leadership positions within the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), including the designation of an Acting General Counsel and Managing Director. These changes come as part of a broader initiative to ensure the FCC More

Commissioner Brendan Carr Appointed New FCC Chair

Brendan Carr

President Donald J. Trump appoints Commissioner Brendan Carr as the new Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), formalized through an executive order on Monday. Carr, who has been an integral part of the FCC since 2017 and previously served as the agency's General Counsel, expressed his More

FCC Issues Multilingual Templates for Emergency Alerts

Federal Communications Commission

The FCC has unveiled a significant enhancement to the Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system by introducing multilingual templates. These templates aim to facilitate rapid and inclusive communication during emergencies by enabling public safety officials to issue alerts in multiple languages. As of More

Sixth Circuit Overturns FCC Net Neutrality Rules

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

On Thursday, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals struck down the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) net neutrality rules, ruling that the agency does not possess the authority to regulate commercial broadband providers as common carriers. This decision challenges the efforts of the outgoing Biden More

SMG Sells Seven CCM Stations, Restructures Balance Sheet

Salem Media Group

In a significant restructuring of its financial landscape, Salem Media Group (SMG) has repurchased all $159.4 million of its outstanding 7.125% Senior Secured Notes due 2028 at a discounted rate, issued $40 million in convertible preferred stock, and reached an agreement to sell More

Lotus to Acquire KFBG in San Diego from Local Media

KFBG-FM in San Diego

Lotus Communications Corp. is set to acquire KFBG-FM (100.7 Big FM) in San Diego currently owned by Local Media San Diego (LMSD). An application for the transfer has been filed with the FCC, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the Adults Hits outlet at 100.7 MHz, which was once "B100" and later "Star More

EMF to Acquire Radio Nueva Vida Station Portfolio

Radio Nueva Vida

Educational Media Foundation (EMF), known for its Christian radio networks K-LOVE and Air1, has announced an expansion in its ministry's reach with the acquisition of Radio Nueva Vida, a Spanish Christian radio network. This development comes as EMF enters into an agreement with The Association for Community More

FCC Seeks to Modernize Broadcast Station Regulations

Federal Communications Commission

In a significant move aimed at streamlining the regulatory landscape for broadcast radio and TV stations, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Wednesday proposed a series of updates to its rules. The changes are designed to align more closely with modern application processes, harmonize procedural More

FCC Fines Three Boston-Area Pirate Radio Operators

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

In a significant move to enforce the Preventing Illegal Radio Abuse Through Enforcement Act (PIRATE Act), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) have imposed hefty fines on three unauthorized radio operators in the Boston area, signaling its ongoing commitment to tackle pirate radio operations. More

FCC Approves KCCS Decree Following Unauthorized Transfer

Federal Communications Commission

The FCC has adopted a Consent Decree with KCCS, LLC, licensee of KSLM-AM and K282BY in Salem, OR resolving issues arising from two unauthorized transfers of control. These incidents involved the transfer of ownership from Cindy Wyant Smith to her daughter, Jacqueline Smith, and subsequent representations of More

FCC Adopts Final Rules For Program Originating FM Boosters

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) today adopted new rules permitting FM booster stations to originate limited programming separate from their primary stations. Under the updated regulations, broadcasters can air up to three minutes of distinct programming per hour on FM booster stations, enabling More

Woodward Expands Springfield Presence with Mid-West Deal

Woodward Communications

Woodward Communications Inc. (WCI) has agreed to acquire four stations from Mid-West Family in Springfield, IL. The acquisition includes WNNS-FM, WQLZ-FM, WMAY-FM and WMAY-AM, expanding WCI's presence in Springfield, where it recently purchased four stations from More

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