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.
System/Policy
Host fired by South Dakota Public Broadcasting appeals dismissal
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Stel Kline, a transgender journalist who began hosting “Morning Edition” at SDPB last fall, was told they were “not objective” and had “a problem with authority.”
System/Policy
KERA, Fort Worth news outlet agree to journalism collaboration
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The two outlets will share content and plan to co-host events.
Programs/Content
NEA grants boost public media groups, filmmakers
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The endowment provided nearly $880,000 to public media organizations and other nonprofits that create or support media projects centered on the arts.
System/Policy
KERA awaits city council approval to manage classical station
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Under the proposed contract, KERA would take over management of 100-year-old WRR and convert it to a noncommercial license.
Development
Public TV fundraisers weigh future of on-air pledge as shift to streaming accelerates
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After a difficult March drive, stations look for ways to head off a “glide path downward.”
Obituaries
David Liroff, former VP and CTO for GBH, dies at 77
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Liroff worked for GBH for nearly 30 years.
System/Policy
How public media can make good on its commitment to diversity
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The seminal research initiative Audience 88 shaped programming for more than 30 years. It’s time for a new vision.
Tech
New tech promises better signals, more interactivity and data options for pubcasters
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At the NAB Show, broadcast tech companies rolled out FM boosters that enable “zonecasting” and previewed the next-generation capabilities they’re developing for HD Radio.
People
Comings and goings: Catherine Levene joins NPR’s board as public director, PBS announces 10 contestants in ‘The Great American Recipe’ …
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Levene most recently worked as president of the National Media Group at Meredith Corporation.
Programs/Content
Governor’s decision gives ‘Ear Hustle’ host a chance at freedom
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Rahsaan “New York” Thomas’ appointment with a parole board could bring him an early release from prison.