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.
Biden nominates Anna Gomez to fill vacant FCC spot
President Joe Biden on Monday formally announced the nomination of Anna Gomez to fill a vacancy at the FCC.
Lawmakers introduce bill to keep AM radio in cars
The proposal would require new vehicles, including electric cars, to have AM tuners or otherwise provide access to AM broadcast stations.
President Biden considering NTIA’s Anna Gomez for FCC slot
President Biden could nominate NTIA Deputy Administrator Anna Gomez to fill a vacancy at the FCC as soon as this week, according to a report.
FCC inadequately upholds environmental protections, report says
A ProPublica report reveals the FCC often doesn't protect environmental interests when approving the installation of new infrastructure, including wireless phone towers.
By:
Peter Elkind, ProPublica
FCC judge won’t review Standard General deal for TEGNA
The judge's decision will effectively kill Standard General's deal to acquire TEGNA.
FCC warns pirate radio operators in New York, New Jersey
The warnings are part of the FCC's broad enforcement actions available under the PIRATE Act.
Court won’t force FCC to make “swift” vote on TEGNA deal
A federal appeals court denied a petition from Standard General that would have forced the FCC to vote on its proposed merger with broadcaster TEGNA. [Fierce Video]
FCC updates Emergency Alert System handbook for broadcasters
The FCC has issued an updated version of its Emergency Alert System manual, which must be kept in EAS-receiving facilities.
FCC revokes radio owner’s broadcast license amid nude photo scandal
The owner of Pennsylvania's WQZS-FM was convicted of illegal surveillance, evidence tampering and other offenses nearly three years ago.
Number of licensed radio stations drop, TV remains unchanged
More than 100 commercial AM and FM radio stations went off the air over the last 12 months, according to the latest FCC report.
FCC targets Oregon church over illegal FM station
The FCC has sent a warning letter to an Oregon church accused of operating a pirate radio station.
FCC targets Oregon church over illegal FM station
The FCC has sent a warning letter to an Oregon church accused of operating a pirate radio station.