More Comments on Indecency Filed

6-21-13

Broadcasters are getting their comments on file with the FCC as the Commission prepares to consider possible changes to indecency law. Yesterday, the NAB submitted documents asking the commission to redefine the ancient rules on the books. Today, two more filings include overhauling the rules completely, prompt processing and chilled speech. Greater Media, Journal, Lincoln, Beasley, Entercom and Galaxy join together in a filing HERE. Emmis and Radio One join others in a filing HERE

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Lawsuit Filed Over Journal Knoxsville Purchase

12-26-2012

As we reported last week, Journal announced it had purchased WNOX in Knoxville, giving it a 4th FM in that market. As soon as the deal was announced, the owner of M&M Broadcasting filed a lawsuit against Johnny Pirkle, the owner of WNOX. M&M claims that it had a deal to buy the station but says "in the final days Journal intervened and got the deal." The sale still must be approved bf the FCC.

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