As we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month, local broadcasters are shining a light on diversity, equity and inclusion issues that are relevant …
The (Hot) Airband Initiative
In 2017, in an effort to secure guaranteed access to free nationwide spectrum, Microsoft announced the “Airband Initiative,” hyped as a plan to address the …
Young Americans Trust Local News the Most
According to a recent poll from Harvard University, when it comes to news, young Americans age 18-29 list local TV as among the most trustworthy …
Vaccine Education Spotlight: Ad Council’s “It’s Up to You” Campaign
Local radio and television broadcasters have played a critical role in providing factual vaccine information in their communities, supporting and engaging in public service campaign …
Broadcast News Hits High-Water Mark During Year of Upheaval
Over the past year, Americans have been glued to their TVs and radios, soaking up information about the pandemic, civil unrest and elections, and broadcasters …
Broadcasters Gather Virtually for 2021 State Leadership Conference
Broadcasters from around the country met virtually this week as part of the 2021 State Leadership Conference (SLC), held online for the first time in …
Is Big Tech Killing Local Journalism?
Local journalism produced by broadcast radio and TV stations continues to be the most trusted, highly consumed and valued news source for the American public. …
Bipartisan Congressional Coalition Stands with Local Radio Against Performance Royalty
Signaling their support for hometown radio stations and their listeners, a bipartisan group of policymakers recently reintroduced the Local Radio Freedom Act (LRFA). This congressional …
The Safety of Journalists is Essential to our Democracy
Broadcast journalists play an essential role in documenting the pivotal moments that shape our nation and our world. Reporting from the front lines, they deliver …
Local Broadcasters Providing Trusted Information on the COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout to Diverse and Rural Communities
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, local television and radio broadcasters have played a critical role in keeping their communities informed about the virus, hospitalization and infection …