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North Dakota’s Prairie Public dodges bill threatening to end state funding

A bill attempting to end state funding for public broadcasting failed to make it out of committee.

In a letter to CEOs of both organizations, Chairman Brendan Carr wrote that some underwriting announcements may “cross the line” into advertising.

As public media’s “meeting place,” Current keeps you up to date on news you need to know — and ideas that inspire or challenge you.

“The value proposition of public radio over the last 50-plus years is at the core of your fundamental challenge.”

Sen. Cruz questioned whether a CPB policy violates the 14th Amendment in light of a Supreme Court decision on affirmative action.

The landmark study was designed “to provide insights into the relationship among programming, audiences and finances that stand the test of time.”

“We’re at a point with technology where if there’s something you want to make or do, all you have to do now is ask.”

Boise State Public Radio will air its music service on the station.

Before joining the organization in 2013, he held roles at Illinois Public Media, KCTS and WXXI.

Silverstein expanded WXXI’s broadcast reach and led the two most profitable capital campaigns in its history.

Capogna has led the station for five years.

Frequent “Fresh Air” co-host Dave Davies will appear on the show less often.