System/Policy
Operator of St. Louis’ KDHX files for bankruptcy
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Double Helix Corp. said it will continue to operate while it negotiates a “restructuring and/or repayment plan” with creditors.
KWBU faces budget shortfall after licensee announces end to financial support
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The decision will result in a $200,000 shortfall for the station.
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People
Comings and goings: KSPS appoints station manager, KUOW hires COO …
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Dawn Wiley Bayman became station manager for KSPS in Spokane, Wash.
Programs/Content
Current Crossword: ‘Straight Ahead’
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New year, new public media–themed crossword puzzle — so get solving!
About Current
Announcing the Public Media Honor Roll of 2022
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Find out who our donors named to the Public Media Honor Roll and why.
System/Policy
Federal budget gives CPB $535M for FY2025, boosts interconnection and Next Gen Warning System
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CPB will receive an additional $10 million in its base appropriation, and public media’s FEMA grant program gets a $16 million boost.
Programs/Content
Study finds greater racial diversity in public TV documentaries, both on screen and behind the scenes
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Commercial media outlets are “much more likely” than their public media counterparts to distribute documentaries directed by men and white filmmakers, according to a study by the Center for Media & Social Impact at American University’s School of Communication.
Programs/Content
As kids move on, PBS and stations revamp afternoon schedules to attract adults
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An overhaul of PBS’ weekday schedule opens a window for older viewers to spend a lot more time with public TV.
People
Justin Shoman named president of Alaska’s KTOO
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Shoman succeeds Bill Legere, who has worked for the organization for more than three decades.
Development
Rollout of NPR Network donations tests more than the public radio giving experience
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As NPR and stations team up to build membership through digital channels, a growing sense of urgency about fundraising confronts concerns about trust and transparency.
System/Policy
Senate confirms three nominees to CPB’s board of directors
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Kathy Im, whose nomination had been pending since last year, was confirmed alongside Ruby Calvert and Diane Kaplan.
Programs/Content
Ahoy, Story Pirates! ‘SPTV’ brings creative storytelling to broadcast TV
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The public TV sibling of the popular kids podcast debuted in 2020 on KLCS in Los Angeles.