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Policy-related stories involving the broadcasting, streaming, advertising, measurement and journalism industries. Includes public service journalism on press freedom issues, government agencies and international affairs.
Press advocacy group seeks disbarment of FCC Chairman Brendan Carr
The Freedom of Press Foundation says Carr, a licensed lawyer, engaged in "egregious misconduct" against broadcasters.
Gunman in New York City shooting spree was targeting NFL
A gunman who fatally shot four people at a New York City skyscraper on Monday was targeting the administrative offices of the NFL.
Paramount says Skydance Media merger will close on August 7
Paramount Global says its $8 billion merger with Skydance Media will close on August 7, subject to customary closing conditions.
FCC could undo long-term, Gig-speed broadband goal
The FCC next month could unwind a long-term goal to support Gig-speed broadband service for every American over the next few years.
Televisa-Univision to pay $300,000 to resolve complaint over children’s advertising
Televisa-Univision has agreed to pay $300,000 to settle claims that it violated federal children's advertising laws on some of its U.S. broadcast stations several years ago.
La Liga streaming piracy cartel busted in Argentina
An action coordinated by La Liga and an anti-piracy group resulted in several raids and arrests linked to online streaming piracy in Argentina.
FCC approves Paramount Global’s merger with Skydance
The FCC has approved Paramount's request to transfer CBS-held broadcast licenses to Skydance, clearing the last remaining hurdle before their merger closes.
NPR, PBS members see record donations after Congress cuts funding
The $20 million in annual added value flowing from donations to stations is a fraction of the $550 million in lapsed federal grants.
Newsmax CEO urges FCC to preserve national TV ownership cap
Christopher Ruddy urged the FCC to keep the national TV ownership cap, warning that lifting it would harm local journalism and let major networks dominate more TV markets.
Appeals court issues mixed ruling on FCC’s broadcast ownership rules
The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the FCC's ability to impose most of its limitations on direct broadcast radio and TV ownership, but said the agency failed to justify a limitation on "top four" stations in most markets.
Microsoft warns of security issue affecting SharePoint servers
The SharePoint software is used by thousands of government agencies, universities and private businesses around the world; at least one telecom has been targeted by hackers.
Former Voice of America worker indicted for threatening lawmaker
Seth Jason is accused of making numerous threats to assault and kill Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, according to police.