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Costs of livestreaming add wrinkle to stations’ arrival on YouTube TV
High-fives over PBS' deal with the streaming service paused in midair when smaller stations learned that they may have to scramble for cash. → Read More
PBS forges deal with YouTube TV for localized live streams
Live linear streams of PBS member stations are scheduled to launch in November. → Read More
Gates’ four-hour series on Reconstruction uncovers ‘a history that needs to be told’
The arc of “Reconstruction: America After the Civil War,” slated to air next April in two installments, mirrors race relations in the U.S. today. → Read More
Consultant advises radio stations to step up promotion, keep eye on morning talent
“During drive time, if you can communicate that you are live and doing things locally, you will stand out,” Jeff Rowe told attendees at the Public Radio Program Directors conference. → Read More
As more Native media-makers tell stories of their people, public TV’s pipeline flourishes
Longstanding efforts to support Native filmmakers has opened a new window for authentic storytelling. → Read More
KCETLink, PBS SoCal merger ‘opens new future’ for public TV in L.A. market
The longtime rival stations now aim to become a hub for original public media content. → Read More
Hoppe’s PBS legacy includes ratings jump, innovative production deals
The chief programmer’s achievements include a co-production deal with the BBC. → Read More
Vermont PBS bets on local pride with ‘Made Here’ slate of films
The station’s promotion of local filmmakers has drawn younger viewers and fueled pledge-drive success. → Read More
With new special, pledge producer TJ Lubinsky wants to refresh doo-wop genre
The upcoming “Next Doo Wop Star” aims to appeal to younger public TV viewers while bringing along older fans of Lubinsky’s nostalgic programs. → Read More
Unexpected funding cut raises stakes for WDET’s fall drive
The Detroit station aims to raise double what it brought in during last fall’s drive to make up revenue it is losing from its licensee. → Read More
Alongside ‘Vietnam’, stations bring many voices to national conversation
Stations are staging local events and creating original content tied to the 18-hour Ken Burns series, debuting Sep. 17. → Read More
WNET finds benefits in curtailing campaign-style pledge drives
The New York public TV station charted growth in viewership and membership revenues after confining on-air fundraising to dedicated time slots. → Read More
California’s KVCR fast-tracks expansion of local production slate
A revamp of the Los Angeles region’s smallest public TV station includes original shows for underserved communities. → Read More
Spectrum auction proceeds will back reboot of Native TV network
First Nations Experience will become a beneficiary of auction proceeds through parent station KVCR in San Bernardino, Calif. → Read More
Orlando pubcasters remember tragedy that redefined their city
Stations have launched podcasts and developed toolkits to help others respond to crises. → Read More
Preparing to expand news, KCET refines model for digital content
Winnings from the FCC spectrum auction will allow the Los Angeles station to “accelerate investment in the community.” → Read More
Channel-share agreements bring Connecticut station $32.6M in spectrum auction
Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network is holding on to its stations in Bridgeport and Hartford-New Haven. → Read More
Channel-share agreements bring Connecticut station $32.6M in spectrum auction
Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network is holding on to its stations in Bridgeport and Hartford-New Haven. → Read More
For Los Angeles’ KLCS, spectrum auction proceeds will relieve licensee of financial burden
The school board–owned station may not see much of a bump to its annual budget. → Read More
Los Angeles’ KOCE will earn $49M from channel-sharing deal in FCC spectrum auction
The Los Angeles station will restructure its debt and set up an investment fund to support service expansions. → Read More