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NFL To FCC: Ending Antitrust Exemption Would Mean “Higher Costs and Confusion”
By George Winslow published
League called its current media distribution policy “good for our fans” and “for local broadcasters”

FCC’S Media Bureau Seeks Comments on Children’s Programming Ratings
By George Winslow published
It is exploring ways to give parents better information on what programming is appropriate for their kids; the Public Notice says `gender’ and `transgender’ content will be part of the probe

Why Broadcast Is Well-Positioned to Safeguard Freedom of Speech
By Nick Langan published
Local stations remain a critical buffer against shifting regulatory norms, panelists say

ATSC Celebrates 3.0’s Global Expansion
By Tom Butts published
Representatives from Brazil, India, S. Korea and the Caribbean discuss the standard’s implementation

FCC Commissioner Trusty Explores `That Elusive Angel of the Public Interest’
By George Winslow published
Defining `public interest’ has been a particularly divisive issue at the FCC given its use by President Trump to threaten broadcast licenses

Nexstar to Appeal Preliminary Injunction Blocking Tegna Deal
By George Winslow last updated
Federal judge issued the ruling freezing the deal and preventing Nexstar from integrating Tegna’s operations

FCC Commissioner Gomez to Speak at LPTV Day at 2026 NAB Show
By George Winslow published
This year's event will focus on the business of running, growing, and monetizing LPTV stations

Broadcasters Launch Initiative for Low-Cost NextGen TV Converter Boxes
By Tom Butts published
NEXTGEN TV ATSC to showcase prototypes at 2026 NAB Show

Big Four Affiliate Groups Say Sports on Streaming Services Threaten `Public Interest,' `Local Stations'
By George Winslow published
`Commission still has it within its power to try to check the trend of increased migration of local sports behind streaming paywalls,” ABC, CBS, Fox and NBC affiliates told the FCC
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