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His name is familiar to most Americans, but this individual is a lawyer who holds a J.D. from The George Washington University Law School and has more than two decades of experience in private practice and trade associations.

Add CBS Stations and the over-the-air television channels owned by The E.W. Scripps Co. to the broadcast entities that have committed to bringing viewers unique content tied to the 250th birthday of the United States of America.

A prominent regional institution of higher learning in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton area of Pennsylvania has agreed to sell its NPR Member radio station to the entity that owns and operates the PBS affiliate serving this region of the Keystone State. It converts a seven-year LMA into full ownership.

The millennium brings a new owner … and the Optimod-FM 8400

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If you happen to be in Northeast Ohio and spot a guy who looks awfully like FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, there's a good chance it might actually be him. Carr is touring around the region after visiting Central Ohio on Thursday, and today's touring will include House Members representing areas of the Buckeye State.

State broadcasters associations representing all 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico adopted a resolution in support of the "Nurture Originals, Foster Art and Keep Entertainment Safe" Act, or "NO FAKES." The legislation seeks to protect the voice and visual likenesses of individuals and creators from unauthorized AI replications.

Could an outstanding bill to the FCC totaling $1,849.58 result in the deletion of a set of call letters and the cancellation of an FM station's license? One Lone Star State station owner is now faced with the decision to pay up, or lose its broadcast facility.

The Quincy, Ill.-headquartered designer and manufacturer of broadcast products, has named a new Chief Technology Officer. The appointment, says BE, reinforces the company’s "commitment to innovation, customer focus, and long-term growth" and comes after BE’s recent acquisition by a U.S.-based investor group. 

Recap of high-level meeting with FCC staff reveals group’s wish list

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The NAB Leadership Foundation brought some of Capitol Hill’s most prominent AM radio compatriots to the stage Tuesday night as it hosted the 2026 Celebration of Service to America Awards, honoring broadcasters for superlative community service.