System/Policy
In FCC proceeding, APTS makes case for aiding FirstNet
“To leave public television stations … on the sidelines of the FirstNet infrastructure is to ignore a robust, reliable and ubiquitous partner ...Miami school board postpones vote on management of WLRN
A bid from South Florida PBS was challenged by fundraising group Friends of WLRN.University of Memphis approves transfer of WUMR license
The new owner is a collaboration between two local organizations.Current Crossword: ‘Giving Up’
Pledge to finish our latest crossword as soon as possible.Why the Public Broadcasting Act needs an update to save local public media journalism
A former CPB board member argues that the funder's Regional Journalism Collaboratives "are based on priorities set by Washington, not localities."NPR Illinois appeals to university trustees for exemption from confidentiality policy
Trustees said they are "committed to working on a solution" to the standoff over how to handle tips about sexual harassment on ...University may spin off Memphis’ WUMR to new nonprofit
A collaboration with local nonprofits would expand the station's news, music and cultural programming.Pacifica considers appeal of decision that restored WBAI to the air
A New York state judge ruled last week that local hosts and producers could resume their shows.American Public Media Group eliminates jobs in restructuring
President Jon McTaggart also announced leadership changes intended to make the company more agile.Four stations hope to stay competitive, retain staff with new workforce collaborative
WNED, WQED, ideastream and Detroit Public Television will share job listings, best practices and training opportunities.PBS begins rollout of electric-blue brand refresh
The rebranding will bring uniformity to PBS' brand identity on screens of every size.PRX drops PRI from branding
The organization had previously used dual branding with PRI and PRX.NPR Illinois clashes with university licensee over coverage of harassment on campus
Journalists at the station are challenging the university's use of Title IX rules to bar them from protecting anonymous sources.WHYY workers vote to join union
Approval of joining SAG-AFTRA was nearly unanimous.FCC proposal to end Channel 6 protections draws conflicting responses from NPR, KKJZ
In comments filed this month, the California station raised concerns about TV channels interfering with radio broadcasts.
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