System/Policy
Changes to FCC licensing standards lay groundwork for new radio filing windows
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Based on staff workloads and other FCC deadlines, a window for new noncommercial educational stations could open as early as next summer.
FCC
FCC gives green light to revising rules governing LPFMs, other noncoms
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“We’re aiming to provide greater clarity to broadcast applicants and thus make the process easier for them, deliver more new services to the listening public, and reduce appeals of our comparative licensing decisions,” said FCC Chairman Ajit Pai.
Quick Takes
Las Vegas LPFM sues CPB over denial of grant
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The president of Las Vegas Public Radio is asking for punitive damages of $1.7 million as well as other monetary damages.
System/Policy
Coloradan seeks to serve fellow immigrants with low-power FM station
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KETO will broadcast in a variety of languages, aiming to help newcomers assimilate to life in their new country.
Programs/Content
Southern nonprofit looks to start news outlet for social justice coverage
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Development is in early stages for the project, which will involve community radio stations in the region.
System/Policy
New low-power stations prepare for launch in D.C. area
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They’re just two of many stations preparing to sign on across the country.
Roundups
Weekly roundup: Infinite Dial, low-power FM, native advertising
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And more links and news you might have missed this week.
FCC
Former Nashville radio station finds new life as low-power FM
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A forthcoming low-power FM station in Nashville, Tenn., aims to revive the spirit of a Vanderbilt University student-run station.
Quick Takes
Wednesday roundup: WDET gets Knight support; Garfield interviews geniuses
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Plus: A Phoenix LPFM changes format; advice for community radio stations.