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NAB says SiliconDust’s concerns about scheduled EAS test are overblown
The NAB said the upcoming emergency test is meant to gauge how encrypted TV stations deliver those alerts to viewers.
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NAB announces 2026 Marconi Radio Award winners at New York ceremony
The annual awards ceremony was held ahead of NAB Show New York, which opens Wednesday at the Javits Center.
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NAB Legal Chief Rick Kaplan to step down in January
Shawn Donilon, currently Executive Vice President of Government Relations, will lead the combined operation as Chief Advocacy Officer.
NAB urges FCC to ignore cable TV’s request to restore ownership cap
Ten state and regional cable and broadband trade associations want the FCC to put the decision on hold while courts review whether the agency has the authority to eliminate the cap.
House schedules vote on bill requiring AM radio in new vehicles
Broadcasters argue AM radio remains important for emergency alerts, news and local information; critics say a legal mandate will cause car prices to rise even more.
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FCC votes to end broadcast TV ownership cap
By a 2-1 vote cast along party lines, the FCC adopted a proposal that eliminates the 39 percent ownership cap on broadcast TV stations, inviting possible legal challenges.
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Nexstar activates NextGen TV signals in Cleveland market
The market's CW Network station is serving as the "lighthouse" for other major network affiliates.
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NAB urges FCC to open AM radio band to more stations
The proposal would allow more broadcasters to apply for licenses in the extended AM radio ban, possibly supporting new community and foreign language outlets.
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House hearing explores sports broadcast deals in streaming era
The hearing highlighted partisan divides, with Republicans criticizing streaming exclusivity and Democrats focusing on media consolidation and rising consumer costs.
FCC proposes new cybersecurity mandates for Emergency Alert System messages
The proposal would require broadcasters and other participants to implement safeguards such as stronger passwords, software updates and network protections for EAS equipment.
NAB pushes back against FCC public interest reminder
The NAB said broadcasters are already carrying out their public interest obligations on a daily basis; it is the second time in recent weeks the group has pushed back against FCC action.
TV groups to FCC: Current parental ratings system works fine
A consortium of industry groups have urged the FCC to maintain the existing parental ratings system for TV shows, saying the current model works fine.
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