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Detroit TV and Sports Radio icon Ron Cameron Dies at 79
The Detroit News reports that Ron Cameron, a longtime voice of numerous Detroit radio stations over the past 40 years and a face on TV stations died Tuesday (2/20) at 79.
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Reinstating FCC Form 395-B Reporting on the Race and Gender of Broadcast Employees – What the Action Means for Broadcasters
On February 22, the FCC released an Order reinstating the requirement for radio and television broadcasters, commercial and noncommercial, to annually file an FCC Form 395-B. All station employment groups with 5 or more full-time employees would need to classify all station employees, both full-time and part-time, by race or ethnicity and gender, as well as by the type of job they perform at the station.
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FCC Proposes New EAS Event Code and Adding 13 Additional Languages to Alerts
In the past week, the FCC has proposed some updates to the current EAS system. On Wednesday (2/21), Radio World reported that FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel is proposing adding a new event code to the EAS system for missing and endangered persons. This would be those who would not qualify for an Amber Alert.
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MAB Member Benefit Spotlight
Mark Your Calendar
The MAB hosts events for all Michigan broadcasters throughout the year both in-person and online. Along with the continuing education opportunities, the MAB connects broadcasters with chances to network and celebrate during awards ceremonies. Keep track of the MAB opportunities on the events calendar.
MAB Capitol Summit: Policy and the Local Press
A new, next-generation convening designed to strengthen relationships between Michigan broadcasters and state leaders, while delivering timely programming that helps stations prepare for the year ahead. The day blends small-group meetings with local lawmakers, insightful political and policy-focused sessions, and a legislative reception built for real conversation.
