System/Policy
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.
LAist expands news coverage through CBS Los Angeles partnership
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The partnership gives LAist access to CBS Los Angeles’ live newscasts, online livestreams and press conference coverage.
People
Pam Johnston named CEO of merged Rhode Island pubcaster
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Johnston most recently worked as GM for the news division at GBH in Boston.
Programs/Content
Colorado’s Denverite takes on loneliness epidemic with new classified ads
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Colorado Public Radio’s new way to foster friendships in Denver mixes new and old media.
Development
June CDP Index: Overall revenue declines as high-dollar giving cools
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New donor challenges are having obvious impacts on both overall sustainers and even high-dollar gifts for radio.
People
Univision Los Angeles exec Alejandra Santamaria to lead LAist, Southern California Public Radio
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Santamaria takes the helm this month at SCPR, which operates LAist, and replaces CEO Herb Scannell, whose retirement was announced in September.
Programs/Content
How to get started with a gun violence prevention beat
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“My hope now is to help other journalists approach gun violence coverage from a slower and more intentional place.”
System/Policy
Time is running out to solve the digital revenue puzzle
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Stations are beginning to see “green shoots” in raising money from on-demand audiences. We need to grow them, and quickly.
Development
Press Forward director advises public media on priorities for funding local news
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“We don’t have room for any more egos,” said Dale Anglin, inaugural director of the $500 million philanthropic initiative.
System/Policy
LAist cuts 28 positions with buyouts, layoffs
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The station offered the voluntary buyouts in May, with CCO Kristen Muller saying at the time the organization faced a budget shortfall over the next two years.
Programs/Content
Current Crossword: ‘On the Air’
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Test your knowledge of classic public TV with our latest puzzle.
System/Policy
Public media’s pivot to local news requires deep change, Wyncote Foundation report finds
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Public media’s response to the problems facing local news has not been “commensurate” with the crisis, the report said.