System/Policy
North Dakota’s Prairie Public dodges bill threatening to end state funding
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A bill attempting to end state funding for public broadcasting failed to make it out of committee.
FCC chair requests investigation into NPR, PBS underwriting
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In a letter to CEOs of both organizations, Chairman Brendan Carr wrote that some underwriting announcements may “cross the line” into advertising.
People
Let’s celebrate — and listen to — public media’s Rising Stars
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You’ll be inspired by how these young professionals embrace and amplify public media’s mission.
People
35 Rising Stars making their mark in public media
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Current’s 2024 Rising Stars contribute creatively to public media in many ways, making big differences in their workplaces and communities.
Programs/Content
Sesame Workshop music videos widen PBS Kids’ focus on civics
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“Together We Can” sets lessons on civic responsibility, rules and the Constitution to song.
Programs/Content
PRX to distribute special episodes of WABE program
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“Closer Look with Rose Scott” will explore how issues affecting the city of Atlanta play out nationally.
People
Laura Archbold named station manager for KSMQ
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Archbold previously worked in marketing for Mayo Clinic.
System/Policy
Forensic report on CapRadio finds ‘unsupported payments’
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Names were redacted in the report due to an “ongoing law enforcement investigation and privacy.”
Programs/Content
How students are bringing new perspectives to 2024 election coverage
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“On Our Minds: Election 2024,” a special podcast from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs, spotlights young people’s views on issues that impact their lives — and the nation’s future.
People
Comings and goings: APTS EVP/COO Lonna Thompson retiring, Classical Music Indy announces host changes …
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Thompson joined APTS in 1994.
Obituaries
NPR correspondent Ina Jaffe dies at 75
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Jaffe, a former actor, reported for NPR from 1985 to 2022.
System/Policy
Senate Appropriations Committee recommends level funding for CPB
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The committee splits from the House proposal to zero out public media’s funding.