This Week In Regulation for Broadcasters: April 20-24, 2026
This Week in Regulation for Broadcasters: April 20, 2026 to April 24, 2026 Here are some of the regulatory developments of significance to broadcasters from the past week, with links
Spectrum News Acquires NECN
Spectrum News announced an agreement with New England Cable News and NBCUniversal to acquire substantially all of NECN’s assets, including its existing distribution agreements throughout New England. The transaction expands Spectrum News’ local journalism reach to viewers
Hot Radio Maine Launches “Hot Cause For Paws”!
Hot Radio Maine and Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland Launch Inaugural “Hot Cause for Paws” Pet Food Drive SCARBOROUGH, ME — Hot Radio Maine, the Law Offices of Joe Bornstein
The Career of George Hale Celebrated at Maine Statehouse
COURTESY OF WABI-TV——AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) – Words like legend and icon were heard a lot at the State House Thursday as Maine lawmakers honored longtime broadcaster George Hale. “Your voice FCC To Cut 100 Jobs
The United States Federal Communications Commission has proposed cutting around $17.8 million from its annual budget. The budget, which was submitted to Congress, is for $398.3 million in funding for the 2027
NAB Statement Regarding NexGen TV
Washington, D.C. — The following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt: “NAB applauds the 91 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, led by the bipartisan
NAB Show In Las Vegas To Showcase “Survivor”
The 2026 NAB Show will open with a celebration of the 50th season of “Survivor,” which will receive the NAB Spirit of Broadcasting Award during the event’s opening session April 20 in
CBS Radio News Shuts Down
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting. The company cited “challenging economic realities” and a shift in
WMTW-TV’s Dave Abel Among Those Honored As Maine Terrific Ten Broadcasters!
David Abel has been selected a 2026 Maine Terrific Ten Broadcaster in honor of his community service by Spirit of America Foundation’s Maine Chapter. Abel is the president and general