Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is the public utility regulatory arm of the United States federal government. Among other sectors, the FCC regulates broadcast television, broadcast radio, telecommunications companies and other utilities. The FCC is based in Washington, D.C.
Trump says Brendan Carr will lead FCC next year
Since his appointment in 2017, Carr's positions have largely favored corporate broadcasters and telecommunications providers over consumer advocacy groups.
FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel releases podcast
FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel is the host of a nine-part, interview-style podcast called "First Conversations."
Broadcasters, telecoms get major win with apparent Trump victory
When it comes to regulation, broadcasters and telecoms feel their odds are better with a Republican in the White House.
FCC proposes $147,000 fine against ESPN over EAS tones
The FCC has proposed a $147,000 fine against the Walt Disney Company's ESPN for utilizing emergency alert tones in promotional spots last year.
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.
Hurricane Milton knocks out TV, radio stations
Hurricane Milton caused three TV stations and 14 radio stations to go offline, mostly attributed to power outages.
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.
Congress should force AM radio broadcasters to serve the public interest
If lawmakers are going to require automakers to install AM radio receivers as a "safety feature," they also need to ensure AM radio broadcasters are undertaking the responsibilities of their license.
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Matthew Jordan
Radio stations start to come back online after Hurricane Helene
Broadcast radio and TV stations continue to return to the airwaves, about a week after Hurricane Helene made landfall as a Category 4 storm.
Radio station outages increase days after Hurricane Helene
Dozens of radio stations remain offline several days after Hurricane Helene impacted a multi-state area as a Category 4 storm.
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.