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Thanks to a bipartisan appropriations bill, Congress has approved the dollars the FCC has asked for in its FY 2026 budget request — locking in a move under Chairman Brendan Carr to make the Commission a leaner, technology-driven compliance model.

It’s a web-based interface that supports “all in one” workflow

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Two key Members of the U.S. House Energy & Commerce Committee have drawn accolades from the President/CEO of the NAB, who singles out their calls for the FCC to modernize "outdated" ownership restrictions and to lift the national television ownership cap.

A strong fiscal Q1 2026 for Radio and another troubling quarter for TV were expected by Corus Entertainment executives. For CEO John Gossling, his focus is on the company's "significant progress" in closing Corus' proposed recapitalization plan reducing its $500 million CDN-plus in debt and liabilities.

The VP/Market Manager for Beasley Media Group's Detroit radio brands is shifting to the role of VP of Sales, effective today. That means a new leader for such brands as WRIF, WCSX, "105.1 The Bounce" and "105.9 KISS FM" is in place.

According to new data from The Media Audit, 66% of "financially optimistic" consumers spend 2 hours and 23 minutes listening—seven minutes more than the general adult population. That excites company VP Nick Miller, as it opens up advertising opportunities for broadcasters.

We take a look at the latest commission report on broadcast license numbers

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With his studies in design, looks truly are everything

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Versant, the entity spun off from NBCUniversal that includes MVPD-distributed channels such as USA Network, CNBC, and MS NOW, now officially has a stable of digital multicast broadcast networks. As part of the deal, that entity's founder is joining Versant, reporting to its Chief Revenue and Business Officer.

Curtis LeGeyt talks about NAB's priorities in 2026

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