System/Policy
CapRadio alleges theft in lawsuit against former GM Jun Reina
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The lawsuit against Reina and other unknown defendants seeks at least $900,000 in damages.
GBH, community group reach tentative agreement on sale of CAI home
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The Woods Hole Community Association plans to close on the GBH-owned building Thursday.
People
Comings and goings: NPR shuffles political teams, KERA appoints executive editor …
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Deepa Shivaram is now a White House correspondent for NPR.
Programs/Content
‘Odd Squad’ abroad: Hit PBS Kids series expands to UK
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Set in Britain and featuring a new cast, the fourth season will bring new twists on oddness and lessons in “maths.”
System/Policy
Rhode Island public broadcasters to merge
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“This is really the opportune moment to bring these two legacy media organizations together.”
Obituaries
Eilee Heikenen-Weiss, producer for WUWM’s ‘Lake Effect,’ dies at 39
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“In her short time with the station, she made an impact.”
System/Policy
Lawmakers OK fresh audit into Arkansas PBS’ purchases, procedures as far back as July 2021
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A fiscal 2022 audit of the station raised questions of whether administrators deliberately sidestepped or broke state procurement law.
People
Comings and goings: WITF SVP departs for Congress run, APTS hires general counsel …
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Blake Lynch left his position at WITF to run for Congress in Pennsylvania.
Programs/Content
Pipeline 2024: Our annual survey of shows coming to public TV
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Our annual look at national programs coming to public television includes 142 series and specials.
About Current
How you can help Current tell public media’s stories
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Current has been able to thrive because of public media leaders and funders who see unique value in what we do.
System/Policy
More stations and universities should partner to realize ‘win-win-win’ potential, report says
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The report from the Center for Community News found that 91% of stations surveyed said they want to collaborate more with local universities.