Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters

08/14/2026

EPISODE 15 - FCC Decision on TV Ownership Cap

This week’s "AirTime" looks at the FCC’s decision to eliminate the outdated 39% national television ownership cap and what it means for local broadcasters. NAB Radio Board Chair Chris Ornelas explains why modernizing local radio ownership rules is also critical to helping stations compete, invest and serve their communities.

NAB's weekly podcast, AirTime, helps you stay informed and stay ahead of policy and regulatory developments impacting broadcasting.

08/13/2026

Radio Set To Capture $945 Million In 2026 Political Advertising

https://www.insideradio.com/free/radio-set-to-capture-945-million-in-2026-political-advertising/article_7c9b07f4-529f-4438-9f8b-339a71eeda26.html

08/12/2026

Access FCC/Legal Guides from PA Association of Broadcasters to stay informed about regulatory updates and important legal developments affecting radio and television broadcasting in Harrisburg and throughout Pennsylvania.

https://www.pab.org/fcc-legal-guides/

08/12/2026

Philadelphia philanthropist Janet Klein dies at 96

Philanthropist Janet Klein has died. The Philadelphia native was 96 years old. Klein devoted decades to preserving local history through her work on the Fairmount Park and Philadelphia Historical Commissions. The Girls High and Penn grad also led the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission....

08/12/2026

KDKA Debuts AR/VR News Studio

CBS Pittsburgh (KDKA-TV) successfully debuted the region’s first state-of-the-art augmented reality and virtual reality (AR/VR) news studio during its 4 p.m. newscast with anchor Kristine Sorensen, and meteorologists Mary Ours and Ray Petelin,  bringing a new generation of immersive storytelling ...

08/10/2026

Judges Press FCC Over Delay In Political Ad Rate Fight

Fourth Circuit judges sharply questioned the FCC over its refusal to act on disputed political advertising guidance before broadcasters enter the Sept. 4 lowest unit rate window. During an hourlong

08/10/2026

NAB, Warshaw Weigh In On Radio’s Ownership Dereg Outlook

The NAB and Connoisseur CEO Jeff Warshaw are optimistic the FCC's TV cap repeal could open the door to radio ownership reform next.

08/07/2026

EPISODE 14 - Building Relationships with Lawmakers

Congress is home for August recess, making now the perfect time for broadcasters to strengthen relationships with lawmakers. This week on "AirTime," NAB's Sue Keenom shares how station visits can advance key policy priorities, and NAB's Tobi Hall previews the 2026 Marconi Radio Awards and what makes radio's biggest night so special.

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08/07/2026

FCC Rolls Back National TV Ownership Cap

The FCC has taken its first major step toward rewriting broadcast ownership rules, voting to eliminate the 39% national television ownership cap in favor of case-by-case reviews of station mergers.

08/06/2026

Today’s action is a major step toward a level playing field. Eliminating the national TV ownership cap gives local broadcasters a better opportunity to compete in today’s media marketplace while continuing to serve viewers with trusted local news and programming.