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U.S. sanctions force Sputnik Radio off the air
The sanctions made it difficult for Sputnik to continue buying time on radio stations for its programs; some shows are closing up, while others are going on an indefinite hiatus.
FCC launches probe into broadband Internet data caps
The FCC is probing whether broadband data caps are harmful to consumers and small businesses by limiting the amount of data that a reasonable person might use.
FCC expands phone, Internet service discount to Hurricane Milton victims
The FCC is waiving certain eligibility requirements to allow Hurricane Milton survivors to enroll in the Lifeline program.
Deadspin loses effort to have defamation case tossed
A judge overseeing the case said the website crossed a line when it suggested a 9-year-old football fan was racist for painting his face.
Infowars trademark, websites now up for auction
The auction is connected to a bankruptcy case involving Free Speech Systems founder Alex Jones.
Cleveland TV reporter injured in shooting, suspect dead
A television reporter is recovering in the hospital after she was shot during a domestic violence incident this week.
DirecTV says still no agreement with Disney on “clean slate” term
The company is moving forward with its complaint at the FCC, even though the channels have been restored to DirecTV.
Gray Media fires Phoenix cameraman over pro-Palestine protest
The photographer, Samuel Mena, Jr., attempts to self-immolate near the White House on Saturday.
Criminal trial delayed for journalist who leaked Fox News clips
Former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke is now scheduled to go to trial in January 2025, according to sources and court records reviewed by The Desk.
Sinclair CEO: Current FCC not doing its job
A Republican-led FCC would be better for broadcast deregulation, Sinclair's Chris Ripley said in an interview.
Newsom blocks measure requiring online public notices from newspapers
In his veto message, California's governor said he was concerned that the proposal would create financial burdens on smaller newspapers.
California governor vetoes bill expanding media access to prisons
The governor said removing a prison's discretion in awarding news interviews with inmates had the potential to turn criminals into social media stars.