Legal News
California passes unenforceable law on loud streaming TV ads
The measure, which was inspired by the federal CALM Act, included no penalties for streamers who violate the law.
Groups accuse FCC Chairman Carr of weaponizing agency
Nearly two dozen civil rights and media advocacy groups have accused FCC Chairman Brendan Carr of violating the First Amendment by interfering in news operations.
Proposed FCC rule will let broadcasters choose ATSC 1.0 shutoff date
A proposal to transition America's television broadcasters from the current digital standard to NextGen TV would allow television stations to decide when to shut off their current digital signals.
FCC chairman says vote coming on NextGen TV
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is ready to discuss a possible switch from digital TV to NextGen TV, but there are more questions than answers about what this will mean for consumers.
Thai police dismantle large pirate streaming TV operation
Police in Thailand have dismantled a pirate streaming TV operation that illegally sold access to non-licensed movies, TV shows and sports channels for $10 per month.
Fox’s Mark Sanchez arrested after bar fight, stabbing in Indianapolis
Police in Indianapolis have arrested Fox Sports commentator Mark Sanchez following a bar fight in that city early Saturday morning.
FCC Commissioner Gomez: Time for firm “public interest” definition
Speaking at an event on Thursday, FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez called on the agency to issue a rule that defines a broadcaster's public interest obligation.
Lawmakers demand answers from Nexstar, Sinclair over Jimmy Kimmel suspension
Four U.S. Senators have demanded answers from the CEOs of Nexstar and Sinclair about their decision to pull Jimmy Kimmel's late night program from their ABC affiliates in September.
FCC Chairman Carr to testify on Jimmy Kimmel suspension
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr will testify before a Senate committee on his criticism of ABC and its late night talk show "Jimmy Kimmel Live."
FCC furloughs 1,000 employees amid government shutdown
The FCC has placed more than 1,000 workers on unpaid, temporary leave as a government shutdown affects many of the agency's operations.
NAB criticizes YouTube as organization pushes for broadcast consolidation
A spokesperson said YouTube TV's decision to exercise its rights in a free market is proof that broadcasters should be allowed to grow larger.
Hispanic groups push YouTube TV to make deal for Univision, Telemundo
Several Hispanic advocacy groups are urging Google to get back to the negotiating table and make a deal to keep Univision and Telemundo on YouTube TV.
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