System/Policy
GBH sale of CAI building sparks pushback from community
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CAI staff are expected to remain in the building until a new location is found.
How stations are enhancing statehouse journalism with CPB funding
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With its latest round of funding, CPB has invested $4.9 million in its state government initiative.
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The U.S. public wants more news coverage of climate change, surveys find
As hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and heat waves have intensified over the past decade, public concern about climate change has grown dramatically. Today, 65% of the U.S. public is worried about the issue, up from 52% a decade ago, according to nationally representative surveys conducted by scientists at Yale University and George Mason University.
Obituaries
John Crockett, VP of engineering for South Carolina networks, dies at 69
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“John was a great leader, mentor and a champion for public service,” said Linda O’Bryon, president of SCETV and SC Public Radio.
Development
Collapse of Oregon call center leaves public media in the lurch
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Comnet Marketing Group apparently shut down with little notice and murky explanations.
System/Policy
PBS announces Playtime Pad, a branded tablet for kids
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The PBS Kids multicast channel, launching in January, will also be available on the device.
Programs/Content
North Dakota judge dismisses charge against ‘Democracy Now!’ host Amy Goodman
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Goodman went to North Dakota Monday to surrender to authorities.
System/Policy
Community radio upholds beauty, power of the small
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By persisting against the odds, community radio stations have defied media professionals’ predictions.
Quick Takes
Newest public radio cooking show presents ‘food as a conversation starter’
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“We are not doing a cooking show per se,” host Christopher Kimball said.
Development
Community radio stations prepare coordinated year-end fundraiser
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The National Federation of Community Broadcasters is looking for new ways to increase revenue for community stations.
System/Policy
CPB fields tech survey as stations grapple with purchasing decisions
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Equipment expenses across the system are increasing, according to a financial analysis by CPB.
"The Pub" Podcast
‘The Pub’ #80: New federal overtime rules — what broadcasters need to know
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The changes could be especially disruptive for TV and radio stations.
Programs/Content
Powering up ‘q’: Down-to-earth approach guides show’s revamp
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The CBC show hopes to get its groove back with new host Tom Power and a snappier format starting Oct. 24.