Community Media Navigating the Airwaves: FCC Issues Tentative Selectees for New LPFM Licenses Amidst Competitive Landscape July 24, 2026 Layla Zulfa WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move that signals a transformative era for community broadcasting, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a pivotal Public Notice on October 16, 2024, identifying the…
Community Media Navigating the Airwaves: The Critical Role of ETRS Form One in National Emergency Preparedness July 21, 2026 rifanmuazin In the complex landscape of federal communications regulation, few requirements are as foundational yet frequently overlooked by smaller broadcasters as the Emergency Alert System (EAS) Test Reporting System (ETRS). For…
Community Media FCC Announces Five-Week Extension for LPFM Filing Window: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Regulatory Shift and Its Impact on Community Media July 21, 2026 Layla Zulfa In a significant move for the landscape of grassroots broadcasting, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has officially released a public notice announcing a five-week delay for the upcoming Low Power…
Community Media The Decennial Opening: FCC Unveils Rare Opportunity for Community Voices via LPFM Licensing Window July 20, 2026 Laily UPN Introduction In an era dominated by global streaming giants and consolidated media conglomerates, the battle for the "hyper-local" airwaves is entering a critical juncture. For the first time in over…
Community Media Expanding the Airwaves: FCC Grants Critical Extension for Low Power FM Application Window July 20, 2026 Jia Lissa In a move widely celebrated by community broadcasters and media activists, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has officially extended the application window for new Low Power FM (LPFM) radio station…
Community Media A New Frontier for Community Airwaves: FCC Opens First-Ever Translator Window for LPFM Stations July 19, 2026 Dwi Wanna WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move that signals a paradigm shift in the American media landscape, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a historic opportunity for low-power FM (LPFM)…
Community Media Navigating the LPFM Post-Application Landscape: A Comprehensive Guide to FCC Procedures and Next Steps July 19, 2026 Iffa Jayyana The landscape of community broadcasting in the United States is currently undergoing its most significant transformation in a decade. Following the closure of the recent filing window for new Low…
Community Media Navigating the LPFM "Accepted for Filing" Phase: A Comprehensive Guide for Community Broadcasters July 18, 2026 Lina Irawan The landscape of community media is currently undergoing a significant transformation as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) begins processing the latest wave of Low Power FM (LPFM) radio applications. Following…
Community Media Navigating the Regulatory Labyrinth: The FCC’s 2023 LPFM Application and the Path to Resolution July 18, 2026 Pevita Pearce WASHINGTON, D.C. — The landscape of community broadcasting is currently navigating a critical juncture as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) begins the arduous task of untangling hundreds of applications from…
Community Media From Blueprint to Broadcast: Navigating the Complex Path of LPFM Construction and Compliance July 18, 2026 Lina Hope The landscape of community media is shifting. For dozens of non-profit organizations, schools, and local groups across the United States, the long-awaited transition from "applicant" to "permittee" has finally arrived.…
