A filing indicates a silent FM radio station in Independence, Iowa, could return within weeks. Meanwhile, two Wisconsin FM stations continue transmitter repairs.
Fundraiser’s Minnesota Drama Highlights YouTube’s Success
In an era when we’re concerned about spending too much time on social media, Ryan Trahan is turning social media back into real life.
NRG Media Spins Off Omaha AM and FM Translator
NRG Media is selling its Spanish-language radio station in the Omaha market.
Weekly Log: Two Milwaukee Radio Vets Return
Two Milwaukee radio hosts let go from their previous stations have found new homes on the dial. Elsewhere, Spirit Catholic Radio is planning to expand outside of Nebraska.
American Family Radio Buys Des Moines FM Station
The parent organization of American Family Radio is buying an FM station in Des Moines.
Why the 39% TV Ownership Cap Is Really Already 78%
Discussion of raising the 39% ownership cap ignores the fact that it’s really already 78%.
Townsquare Returns Licenses of Davenport AM, FM Translator
Three months after taking them off the air, Townsquare Media has returned the licenses of KBOB/1170 (Davenport) and FM translator K281DB/104.1 (Davenport).
FCC Monitor: Storm Rotates Antenna Atop IDS Center
A storm has moved an antenna atop the IDS Center in Minneapolis, forcing an FM translator to reduce power. Elsewhere, an AM station has gone silent and two FM stations are at reduced power.
Weekly Log: Numerous Radio, TV People Moves
A longtime Iowa radio voice is retiring, there’s a new news director in the Upper Peninsula, and Milwaukee has one TV anchor arriving while another departs.
Data Dump: The Number of U.S. Stations on Each AM Frequency (Corrected)
Some broadcasters say that the AM band is too crowded, causing stations to interfere with each other at night. So, which frequencies are the least and most crowded?