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Radio Operations on a Budget: A New Ebook - Radio World
Radio technology managers can control how efficiently they manage their plant.
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Our latest free ebook is about smart spending for radio technology managers. 💻
How can engineers efficiently create budgets, operate their plants, manage equipment lifecycles and get the most out of their transmission investments?
How can engineers efficiently create budgets, operate their plants, manage equipment lifecycles and get the most out of their transmission investments?
Buffalo broadcasting historian Marty Biniasz shares his fascinating collection of vintage radio microphones and flags from stations like KDKA, WOR and WGN.
It all started from a little dumpster diving, Biniasz tells us. 🎙️
It all started from a little dumpster diving, Biniasz tells us. 🎙️
Show Us Your Mic Collection: Martin Biniasz - Radio World
Buffalo broadcasting historian Martin Biniasz shares his fascinating collection of vintage radio microphones and flags from stations like KDKA, WOR and WGN.
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December 3, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Buffalo broadcasting historian Marty Biniasz shares his fascinating collection of vintage radio microphones and flags from stations like KDKA, WOR and WGN.
It all started from a little dumpster diving, Biniasz tells us. 🎙️
It all started from a little dumpster diving, Biniasz tells us. 🎙️
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Last month, a copper theft caused "catastrophic” damage to the broadcast tower of 100 kW 100.7 WDMS(FM), 1260 WGVM(AM) and its 97.3 FM translator in Greenville, Miss.
It's another in a growing number of such copper theft incidents.
My @radio-world.bsky.social story: 👇
It's another in a growing number of such copper theft incidents.
My @radio-world.bsky.social story: 👇
Copper Thieves Ravage Pair of Mississippi Radio Stations - Radio World
An FM and AM station in Greenville, Miss., suffered “catastrophic” damage to their broadcast tower as a result of a copper theft.
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December 3, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Last month, a copper theft caused "catastrophic” damage to the broadcast tower of 100 kW 100.7 WDMS(FM), 1260 WGVM(AM) and its 97.3 FM translator in Greenville, Miss.
It's another in a growing number of such copper theft incidents.
My @radio-world.bsky.social story: 👇
It's another in a growing number of such copper theft incidents.
My @radio-world.bsky.social story: 👇
Baltimore Public Media’s 88.1 WYPR(FM) has announced a partnership with GeoBroadcast Solutions to deploy MaxxCasting technology across its Maryland network of stations. 🦀
WYPR Goes With MaxxCasting to Boost Baltimore, Frederick Coverage - Radio World
Baltimore Public Media’s WYPR(FM) has announced a partnership with GeoBroadcast Solutions to deploy MaxxCasting across its Maryland network of stations.
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December 3, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Baltimore Public Media’s 88.1 WYPR(FM) has announced a partnership with GeoBroadcast Solutions to deploy MaxxCasting technology across its Maryland network of stations. 🦀
Spain is making great progress on its DAB+ deployment, according to Javier Sánchez Pérez, director of audiovisual policy and public service at @rtve, the national Spanish public broadcaster. 🇪🇸
He spoke at the at the @WorldDAB Summit.
#DigitalRadio
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He spoke at the at the @WorldDAB Summit.
#DigitalRadio
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December 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Spain is making great progress on its DAB+ deployment, according to Javier Sánchez Pérez, director of audiovisual policy and public service at @rtve, the national Spanish public broadcaster. 🇪🇸
He spoke at the at the @WorldDAB Summit.
#DigitalRadio
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He spoke at the at the @WorldDAB Summit.
#DigitalRadio
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On this Giving Tuesday, the Broadcasters Foundation of America is seeking donations to provide aid to radio and TV professionals who find themselves in acute financial need due to debilitating illness or disaster.
Elle Kehres explains how you can make a difference. 🫶
#GivingTuesday
Elle Kehres explains how you can make a difference. 🫶
#GivingTuesday
Broadcasters Foundation Seeks Donations This Giving Tuesday - Radio World
With Giving Tuesday taking place tomorrow, the Broadcasters Foundation of America is seeking donations to support colleagues in need.
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December 2, 2025 at 2:01 PM
On this Giving Tuesday, the Broadcasters Foundation of America is seeking donations to provide aid to radio and TV professionals who find themselves in acute financial need due to debilitating illness or disaster.
Elle Kehres explains how you can make a difference. 🫶
#GivingTuesday
Elle Kehres explains how you can make a difference. 🫶
#GivingTuesday
Vinay Purhoit of CloudJuncxion, and Steve Shultis, CTO of @wnyc.org , write that the Seeker SD-WAN combines broadband and microwave links. 🚚
For New York Public radio's content distribution, Shultis says it has led to optimized performance while also lowering costs.
For New York Public radio's content distribution, Shultis says it has led to optimized performance while also lowering costs.
Commentary: Broadcast Networks for the Next Era - Radio World
Vinay Purohit of CloudJuncxion and Steve Shultis of New York Public Radio explain how with Seeker SD-WAN transport, NYPR simplified its network footprint.
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December 1, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Vinay Purhoit of CloudJuncxion, and Steve Shultis, CTO of @wnyc.org , write that the Seeker SD-WAN combines broadband and microwave links. 🚚
For New York Public radio's content distribution, Shultis says it has led to optimized performance while also lowering costs.
For New York Public radio's content distribution, Shultis says it has led to optimized performance while also lowering costs.
What does the pending ban on DJI drones in the U.S. mean for radio engineers and managers who use these tools? 🪁
"The issue with DJI, to put it simply, is that they are the absolute best," Todd Dixon writes in his guest commentary.
"The issue with DJI, to put it simply, is that they are the absolute best," Todd Dixon writes in his guest commentary.
What Does the DJI Drone Ban Mean for Us? - Radio World
The company faces prohibition unless something changes in the next couple of weeks.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:36 PM
What does the pending ban on DJI drones in the U.S. mean for radio engineers and managers who use these tools? 🪁
"The issue with DJI, to put it simply, is that they are the absolute best," Todd Dixon writes in his guest commentary.
"The issue with DJI, to put it simply, is that they are the absolute best," Todd Dixon writes in his guest commentary.
The FCC Media Bureau has affirmed its decision to cancel the license of WNJC(AM) in Washington Twp. N.J, after discovering that the station had been silent for more than a year. 🔇
Elle Kehres has the story.
Elle Kehres has the story.
FCC Upholds Decision to Cancel New Jersey AM's License - Radio World
The FCC Media Bureau has affirmed its decision to cancel the license of WNJC(AM) in Washington Township, N.J.
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November 29, 2025 at 3:11 PM
The FCC Media Bureau has affirmed its decision to cancel the license of WNJC(AM) in Washington Twp. N.J, after discovering that the station had been silent for more than a year. 🔇
Elle Kehres has the story.
Elle Kehres has the story.
Before Cleveland State University, the first WCSB was a carrier-current station at Grahm Junior College in Boston's Kenmore Square. 🎙️
Reader Gary McIntyre was part of the "original" WCSB and shares his memories.
Reader Gary McIntyre was part of the "original" WCSB and shares his memories.
Letter: An Ode to the "First" WCSB - Radio World
Before Cleveland State, the first WCSB was a carrier-current station at Grahm Junior College in Boston's Kenmore Square (640 AM).
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November 28, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Before Cleveland State University, the first WCSB was a carrier-current station at Grahm Junior College in Boston's Kenmore Square. 🎙️
Reader Gary McIntyre was part of the "original" WCSB and shares his memories.
Reader Gary McIntyre was part of the "original" WCSB and shares his memories.
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Gusty winds that ushered in a wintry airmass damaged an FM broadcast tower in southeastern Minnesota on Wednesday.
The tower is home to Leighton Media's 95.3 KGSL(FM) in Winona, and two FM translators.
My @radio-world.bsky.social story: ⬇️
The tower is home to Leighton Media's 95.3 KGSL(FM) in Winona, and two FM translators.
My @radio-world.bsky.social story: ⬇️
High Winds Cause Minnesota Radio Tower Collapse - Radio World
Winds ushering in a wintry airmass damaged an FM broadcast tower in Winona, Minn., which is home to 95.3 KGSL(FM).
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November 28, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Gusty winds that ushered in a wintry airmass damaged an FM broadcast tower in southeastern Minnesota on Wednesday.
The tower is home to Leighton Media's 95.3 KGSL(FM) in Winona, and two FM translators.
My @radio-world.bsky.social story: ⬇️
The tower is home to Leighton Media's 95.3 KGSL(FM) in Winona, and two FM translators.
My @radio-world.bsky.social story: ⬇️
New FCC data confirms the number of noncommercial FM stations has hit an all-time high of 4,730, continuing a multi-year surge. 🚀
Check out the latest tallies for AM and commercial FM stations to see the full shift in the U.S. radio market.
Check out the latest tallies for AM and commercial FM stations to see the full shift in the U.S. radio market.
FCC Releases Latest Station Count - Radio World
New FCC data confirms the number of noncommercial FM stations has hit an all-time high of 4,730, continuing a multi-year surge.
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November 26, 2025 at 6:07 PM
New FCC data confirms the number of noncommercial FM stations has hit an all-time high of 4,730, continuing a multi-year surge. 🚀
Check out the latest tallies for AM and commercial FM stations to see the full shift in the U.S. radio market.
Check out the latest tallies for AM and commercial FM stations to see the full shift in the U.S. radio market.
From city-wide radiothons to “friendsgiving” concerts to food bank donations, our radio circles have been busy giving back to their communities.
Elle Kehres shares a few heartwarming stories we've come across this Thanksgiving week. 🦃
Elle Kehres shares a few heartwarming stories we've come across this Thanksgiving week. 🦃
Radio Lends a Helping Hand - Radio World
As part of the Thanksgiving holiday, broadcasters across the country have been raising funds to benefit the less fortunate.
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November 26, 2025 at 2:50 PM
From city-wide radiothons to “friendsgiving” concerts to food bank donations, our radio circles have been busy giving back to their communities.
Elle Kehres shares a few heartwarming stories we've come across this Thanksgiving week. 🦃
Elle Kehres shares a few heartwarming stories we've come across this Thanksgiving week. 🦃
The "Media & Entertainment: Best in Market Awards" are back to shine a spotlight on the most innovative and impactful products and services transforming the M&E landscape.
Manufacturers and service providers are invited to nominate their offerings.
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Manufacturers and service providers are invited to nominate their offerings.
https://radio-world.visitlink.me/7yNPSi
November 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The "Media & Entertainment: Best in Market Awards" are back to shine a spotlight on the most innovative and impactful products and services transforming the M&E landscape.
Manufacturers and service providers are invited to nominate their offerings.
https://radio-world.visitlink.me/7yNPSi
Manufacturers and service providers are invited to nominate their offerings.
https://radio-world.visitlink.me/7yNPSi
Radio collaboration is emerging in New York's Hudson Valley. 🤝
"Instead of viewing crosstown operators as competitors, find ways to work together to deliver maximum results using airtime, staff, hardware and other resources you can share," Bud Williamson writes.
"Instead of viewing crosstown operators as competitors, find ways to work together to deliver maximum results using airtime, staff, hardware and other resources you can share," Bud Williamson writes.
Collaboration Not Competition: A New Path for Local Radio - Radio World
WALL Radio, WKZE and “The Low Darts” make beautiful business together.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Radio collaboration is emerging in New York's Hudson Valley. 🤝
"Instead of viewing crosstown operators as competitors, find ways to work together to deliver maximum results using airtime, staff, hardware and other resources you can share," Bud Williamson writes.
"Instead of viewing crosstown operators as competitors, find ways to work together to deliver maximum results using airtime, staff, hardware and other resources you can share," Bud Williamson writes.
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Alex Curley's adoptastation.org — with a boost from John Oliver's @lastweektonight.com — is helping public radio stations in need, including KSKO in remote Alaska, give thanks this week. 🙏
Curley's Semipublic aims to be an online destination to see which public media outlets need help the most.
Curley's Semipublic aims to be an online destination to see which public media outlets need help the most.
How John Oliver and a Data Startup Give Thanks to Public Radio - Radio World
After federal funding cuts, tiny Alaska NPR station KSKO found a lifeline thanks to a John Oliver segment and Alex Curley's Adopt a Station website.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Alex Curley's adoptastation.org — with a boost from John Oliver's @lastweektonight.com — is helping public radio stations in need, including KSKO in remote Alaska, give thanks this week. 🙏
Curley's Semipublic aims to be an online destination to see which public media outlets need help the most.
Curley's Semipublic aims to be an online destination to see which public media outlets need help the most.
Jacqueline Bierhorst, the president of @worlddab.bsky.social, described “another strong year of global growth for DAB+ digital radio."
But at the WorldDAB annual summit, she cautioned that FM radio reception is disappearing from some car models. 🚘
But at the WorldDAB annual summit, she cautioned that FM radio reception is disappearing from some car models. 🚘
EU Should Mandate Radio in New Cars, Bierhorst Says - Radio World
The president of WorldDAB called on the EU to require that broadcast radio be included in all new vehicles,
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November 24, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Jacqueline Bierhorst, the president of @worlddab.bsky.social, described “another strong year of global growth for DAB+ digital radio."
But at the WorldDAB annual summit, she cautioned that FM radio reception is disappearing from some car models. 🚘
But at the WorldDAB annual summit, she cautioned that FM radio reception is disappearing from some car models. 🚘
In our latest free ebook, we asked a half-dozen experts including engineer Cris Alexander to discuss budget planning and how they find operational efficiencies for their infrastructure. 📈
Radio Operations on a Budget: A New Ebook - Radio World
Radio technology managers can control how efficiently they manage their plant.
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November 22, 2025 at 6:17 PM
In our latest free ebook, we asked a half-dozen experts including engineer Cris Alexander to discuss budget planning and how they find operational efficiencies for their infrastructure. 📈
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Thousands of pieces of broadcast, audio, video and computer equipment used by Radio Free Asia in Washington, D.C., are being auctioned through Dec. 1.
There are consoles, microphones (lots) and recorders. Plenty of networking equipment, too.
Someone might be getting some good deals. 👀
There are consoles, microphones (lots) and recorders. Plenty of networking equipment, too.
Someone might be getting some good deals. 👀
Four Floors of Broadcast Gear Up for Auction in D.C. - Radio World
A wide array of broadcast, audio, video and computer equipment is up for grabs in an auction at the site of the headquarters of Radio Free Asia.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Thousands of pieces of broadcast, audio, video and computer equipment used by Radio Free Asia in Washington, D.C., are being auctioned through Dec. 1.
There are consoles, microphones (lots) and recorders. Plenty of networking equipment, too.
Someone might be getting some good deals. 👀
There are consoles, microphones (lots) and recorders. Plenty of networking equipment, too.
Someone might be getting some good deals. 👀
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A radio studio in Lewiston, Idaho, the home for KRLC(AM) for nearly 80 years, was burned down Thursday as part of a fire training exercise. 🧯
Until 2023, it was the home for KMOK(FM), KVTY(FM) and the now silent KRLC.
My story @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
Until 2023, it was the home for KMOK(FM), KVTY(FM) and the now silent KRLC.
My story @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
Longtime Idaho Radio Studio Burned Down in Training Exercise - Radio World
A radio studio in Lewiston, Idaho, that stood for nearly 80 years was burned down Thursday as part of a fire training exercise.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:06 PM
A radio studio in Lewiston, Idaho, the home for KRLC(AM) for nearly 80 years, was burned down Thursday as part of a fire training exercise. 🧯
Until 2023, it was the home for KMOK(FM), KVTY(FM) and the now silent KRLC.
My story @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
Until 2023, it was the home for KMOK(FM), KVTY(FM) and the now silent KRLC.
My story @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
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In my latest @radio-world.bsky.social Signal Spot, I tackle one of the fundamental aspects of radio long-distance signal chasing, or DXing — the logbook! 🗃️
I also dive into what, exactly, is the criteria for counting a station log.
Is a playlist match good enough? 🎶
I also dive into what, exactly, is the criteria for counting a station log.
Is a playlist match good enough? 🎶
To Log, or Not to Log? - Radio World
For long-distance radio enthusiasts, a logbook is a quintessential part of the hobby, Nick Langan writes. But what exactly goes into counting stations?
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November 21, 2025 at 2:43 PM
In my latest @radio-world.bsky.social Signal Spot, I tackle one of the fundamental aspects of radio long-distance signal chasing, or DXing — the logbook! 🗃️
I also dive into what, exactly, is the criteria for counting a station log.
Is a playlist match good enough? 🎶
I also dive into what, exactly, is the criteria for counting a station log.
Is a playlist match good enough? 🎶
The FCC unanimously voted to advance its proposal to reallocate spectrum in the upper C-band at its open meeting.
As Elle Kehres explains, it now seeks comment on how to accommodate incumbent satellite users, as well as radio and TV stations using the spectrum for satellite distribution. 🛰️
As Elle Kehres explains, it now seeks comment on how to accommodate incumbent satellite users, as well as radio and TV stations using the spectrum for satellite distribution. 🛰️
FCC Advances Proposal to Repurpose Upper C-Band - Radio World
The FCC unanimously voted to move forward with its plan to reallocate spectrum in the upper C-band (3.98 GHz to 4.2 GHz) in the U.S.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:29 PM
The FCC unanimously voted to advance its proposal to reallocate spectrum in the upper C-band at its open meeting.
As Elle Kehres explains, it now seeks comment on how to accommodate incumbent satellite users, as well as radio and TV stations using the spectrum for satellite distribution. 🛰️
As Elle Kehres explains, it now seeks comment on how to accommodate incumbent satellite users, as well as radio and TV stations using the spectrum for satellite distribution. 🛰️
The FCC meets today to discuss repurposing more of the C-Band spectrum that radio and TV stations use for downlinks.
It comes 5 years after the bottom half of the C-Band was reallocated for wireless use. 📡
It comes 5 years after the bottom half of the C-Band was reallocated for wireless use. 📡
Battle Over the Upper C-Band Takes Shape This Week - Radio World
The ongoing debate over the FCC’s reallocation plans for the upper C-band will come into sharper focus this week.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:51 PM
The FCC meets today to discuss repurposing more of the C-Band spectrum that radio and TV stations use for downlinks.
It comes 5 years after the bottom half of the C-Band was reallocated for wireless use. 📡
It comes 5 years after the bottom half of the C-Band was reallocated for wireless use. 📡
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By Dec. 31, Spain’s Radio Nacional de España will stop broadcasting its RNE and @radio5rne.rtve.es networks on its approximately 32 AM radio frequencies. 🇪🇸
Spain's public broadcaster seeks to expand its digital radio DAB+ footprint.
My story for @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
Spain's public broadcaster seeks to expand its digital radio DAB+ footprint.
My story for @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
Spain's RNE to Shut Down AM Transmitters - Radio World
After 88 years, Spain's Radio Nacional de España will stop broadcasting its RNE and Radio 5 networks on medium-wave AM radio.
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November 19, 2025 at 7:06 PM
By Dec. 31, Spain’s Radio Nacional de España will stop broadcasting its RNE and @radio5rne.rtve.es networks on its approximately 32 AM radio frequencies. 🇪🇸
Spain's public broadcaster seeks to expand its digital radio DAB+ footprint.
My story for @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
Spain's public broadcaster seeks to expand its digital radio DAB+ footprint.
My story for @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
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The Corporation for Public Broadcasting and @npr.org reached a settlement late Monday evening in a dispute over public media distribution.
While each side got something they wanted, tensions linger. CEO Patricia Harrison pushed back on accusations that CPB “kowtowed” to the Trump administration.
While each side got something they wanted, tensions linger. CEO Patricia Harrison pushed back on accusations that CPB “kowtowed” to the Trump administration.
NPR, CPB Settle Suit, but Public Media Wounds Are Evident - Radio World
After a contentious battle for the future pf public media distribution in court, NPR and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting reached a settlement.
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November 19, 2025 at 3:10 PM
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting and @npr.org reached a settlement late Monday evening in a dispute over public media distribution.
While each side got something they wanted, tensions linger. CEO Patricia Harrison pushed back on accusations that CPB “kowtowed” to the Trump administration.
While each side got something they wanted, tensions linger. CEO Patricia Harrison pushed back on accusations that CPB “kowtowed” to the Trump administration.
The FCC's LMS, ULS and OPIF databases have opened as of today, giving stations a chance to make filings that were missed during the government shutdown. 🗄️
The FCC also established several new deadlines, including for station political programming filings.
The FCC also established several new deadlines, including for station political programming filings.
FCC Reveals New Deadlines With Databases Returning - Radio World
The FCC is ready to reactivate the online databases broadcasters need to make the critical filings that were missed during the 43-day government shutdown.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:28 PM
The FCC's LMS, ULS and OPIF databases have opened as of today, giving stations a chance to make filings that were missed during the government shutdown. 🗄️
The FCC also established several new deadlines, including for station political programming filings.
The FCC also established several new deadlines, including for station political programming filings.