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FCC clears new foreign investors for iHeartMedia.

The Federal Communications Commission has granted a petition by iHeartMedia to increase its allowed level of foreign ownership. Under the new ruling, the broadcaster can welcome new investments tied to Global, which operates as the largest commercial radio operator in…

SCOTUS ruling increases lowest unit charge ad buys.

A recent decision by the Supreme Court combined with recent federal regulatory guidance is poised to significantly impact commercial radio station ad revenue during upcoming election cycles. The high court ruled in National Republican Senatorial Committee v. Federal Election Commissionthat…

FCC delays noncommercial translator filing window.

The FCC Media Bureau officially rescheduled the upcoming filing window for new noncommercial educational reserved band FM translator station construction permits. Originally planned for late summer, the application window will now open on November 4, 2026, and close on November…