Recent FCC filings include one Upper Midwest station going off the air and four others operating at reduced power.
Author: Jon Ellis
New FM Signals Coming On Air in Green Bay, Janesville, Sturgis
Another three FM translators granted as part of the AM revitalization effort have told the FCC they’re ready to sign on.
Townsquare Swaps Formats on Waterloo-Market Signals
Townsquare Media has swapped formats on two of its Waterloo-market stations, sending its Country format to a larger regional signal.
Several New FM Signals On Air in Dakotas, Nebraska
Two new FM signals are on the air along the North Dakota-South Dakota line, and a new FM signal is also on the air in Nebraska’s Tri-Cities.
FCC Monitor: Several FM Translators Leave Air
Items recently crossing through the FCC database include public broadcasters returning translator licenses in Fairmont, MN, and Crosby, ND.
Update: Most Upper Midwest PBS Stations Now Livestreaming Freely
Several more stations have begun streaming their programming through PBS online platforms, with all Upper Midwest PBS stations now freely available online.
FCC Gives Approval for KARE Move to UHF
The FCC has approved KARE 11’s plan to move to a UHF frequency, though the station must first go through the formality of applying for a construction permit.
“Go” Stations Shutting Down, To Be Replaced with National Networks
Staff members of the “Go” duo of radio stations in the Twin Cities are losing their jobs after their owner decided to leave the radio business.
Several More TV Stations Seek Move to UHF
With the FCC spectrum repack now complete, several more Upper Midwest TV stations are seeking to move from VHF to UHF to alleviate reception problems.
FCC Monitor: Several TV Stations Seek Upgrades
Several Upper Midwest TV stations have applied to increase power on their current channels.