Author: Francisco Rodriguez
Francisco is Current’s fall 2025 editorial intern. He has written for outlets such as Solitary Watch, Hola Cultura and AWOL, a student-run magazine at American University. He has also had his work featured in the Washington City Paper. When he’s not working, Francisco is likely reading, playing music or in the company of his friends.
Maryland governor vetoes advertising set-aside legislation that could benefit pubcasters
The bill’s advocates are seeking a path forward for the bill because “failure is not an option,” said Rebecca Snyder, executive director ...June 4, 2026Rural News Fund seeks to reinforce Appalachia’s public broadcasters, local news outlets
Through a collaborative multiyear cohort that includes a grant, mentorship and a loan, the Appalachia Funders Network hopes to stimulate civic engagement ...June 3, 2026David Reyes Vázquez named president of Puerto Rican Public Broadcasting Corp.
Reyes Vázquez has served as VP of the organization since April 2025.June 1, 2026KCUR employs all-out approach for World Cup coverage
With the World Cup less than a month away, the station has launched a newsletter, created special podcast episodes and enlisted its ...May 27, 2026Texas Public Radio to merge operations with nonprofit San Antonio Report
The San Antonio broadcaster and the local newsroom will team up to better serve the region.May 18, 2026OPB, KMHD content staff union reaches first contract with management
The contract raises salary minimums, guarantees annual pay increases and introduces protections regarding the use of AI.May 11, 2026Maryland legislature passes advertising set-aside legislation for state news outlets
Once in effect, the legislation will require state agencies to spend at least 50% of their advertising budgets on Maryland public media, ...April 29, 2026PBS SoCal steers hip-hop series towards crossroads of music and local communities
Outside the Lyrics, a digital series that launched in 2024, now looks at how music connects people and fuels creativity.April 24, 2026WBUR Festival heads into second year, building buzz and a blueprint for other stations
The Boston station aims to build on the success of last year’s debut fest and is prompting other outlets to stage similar ...April 8, 2026‘Reveal’ finds new footing with faster, timely reporting
Timelier coverage, a new weekly podcast and a merger with Mother Jones have breathed new life into the show following a rough few years.April 6, 2026David Brancaccio to move into correspondent role at ‘Marketplace’
The host of Marketplace Morning Report will begin reporting on the future effects of economic decisions.April 1, 2026APMG partners with tech company to streamline distribution of ‘Marketplace’ digital content
The partnership utilizes Distributed Media Lab’s technology to integrate curated collections of Marketplace content into stations’ websites.March 24, 2026‘Wowsabout’ PBS special seeks to inspire awe in preschoolers
The 22-minute live-action special follows puppets Roxy the hedgehog and Ronald the pig as they explore Sequoia National Park.March 16, 2026NPR underscores mission with national advertising campaign
The multimedia campaign reimagines NPR’s iconic logo in several phases that will roll out over the coming weeks.March 12, 2026How four public media workers are navigating life after layoffs
Losing a job is “all the emotions you could possibly feel, and you’ve got to work through it and get through it ...March 9, 2026















