System/Policy
Alaska Public Media to expand broadcast reach through acquisition of TV station
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The station, previously a CBS affiliate, reaches more than 85,000 viewers in southern Anchorage.
StoryCorps’ union rallies for reversal of layoffs
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The CWA unit representing StoryCorps workers is challenging how management handled recent layoffs, alleging retaliation.
Programs/Content
‘Nova’ marks 50 years with blend of new and old programming about engineering, space
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A new interactive project will include creating an escape room at GBH’s studios in Boston.
People
Oregon Public Broadcasting taps CNN’s Rachel Smolkin as CEO
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Smolkin will succeed longtime leader Steve Bass, who announced plans to step down last year.
System/Policy
SAG-AFTRA files unfair labor practice charge against Chicago Public Media
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SAG-AFTRA claims CPM has “failed and refused to provide information demanded” by the union.
Classical music
Three years in, the Recording Inclusivity Initiative is still fighting to diversify classical radio
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All Classical Radio’s marquee project has encountered a few hiccups, but it’s pushing forward — and expanding.
System/Policy
House subcommittee recommends more funding for Next Generation Warning System
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If approved, it would be the third large infusion of funding for the Federal Emergency Management Agency–backed program.
System/Policy
CPB’s first post-pandemic analysis of stations finds stagnating radio revenue, drop in TV income
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The latest State of the System report was shared during the Public Media Business Association’s annual conference.
Obituaries
Jac Venza, founder of public TV’s ‘Great Performances,’ dies at 97
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Venza founded the series in 1972 and retired from public media in 2004.
Development
Detroit PBS lands $7.5M matching gift as it plans new campus
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Detroit PBS revealed May 30 the Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation will match up to $7.5 million as the station raises money for its new campus.
People
Comings and goings: Dan Lothian named editor of GBH newsroom, NPR appoints deputy managing editor of digital …
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Dan Lothian became editor-in-chief of GBH’s newsroom and “The World.”
System/Policy
Louisville Public Media lays off eight staff amid budget shortfall
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The station is facing a budget deficit of more than $750,000.