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.
FCC Chairman Carr seeks to designate NBC equal time issue for hearing
The matter is rooted in an appearance by former Vice President Kamala Harris on "Saturday Night Live" last year.
FCC engages Paramount on remedies leading to Skydance Merger
Officials at the federal agency are discussing Paramount's diversity and equity initiatives, as well as a news distortion complaint lodged against its New York TV station.
Report: Nexstar fired reporter to avoid Trump defamation lawsuit
The dismissal was tied to an errant report on financial documents associated with Trump's social media company Truth Social, which triggered a deamation lawsuit.
Nexstar asks local TV station executives to support media deregulation
Dozens of local TV station general managers wrote letters that Nexstar filed with the FCC encouraging the agency to eliminate broadcast ownership caps.
Group linked to law firm challenges sale of Sinclair TV stations
A group called Frequency Forward has filed a petition with the FCC challenging Sinclair's planned divestiture of certain local TV assets to a former Bally Sports executive.
Viewpoint: When Nexstar and Network cross paths
Nexstar's demand that its local news stations run segments promoting media deregulation feels a bit like the 1970s-era film "Network" come to life, writes Kirk Varner.
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FCC’s Anna Gomez: Trump, Carr engaging in “harassment” against broadcasters
The Democratic regulator said the FCC's probes into CBS and Disney amounted to "harassment" at the direction of the Trump administration.
Nexstar orders stations to run news stories about FCC deregulation efforts
Nexstar is encouraging news viewers to visit a website that includes pre-written comments directed at the FCC that lobby for broadcast ownership deregulation.
Senate committee to weigh Olivia Trusty’s nomination to FCC
The Senate Commerce Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on Olivia Trusty's nomination to the FCC.
NAB renews call for FCC to eliminate broadcast ownership cap
The NAB has sent a letter to the FCC urging the agency to eliminate federal ownership caps for radio and TV station owners.
Lawmakers accuse FCC Chairman Carr of weaponizing agency
The Chairman is accused of targeting certain broadcasters and other organizations at the behest of President Trump and Elon Musk.
Comcast, YES Network reach last-minute distribution deal
Comcast and Xfinity TV will continue to offer the YES Network for a little while longer, according to a short statement from both companies on Monday.