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SPJ Detroit Announces Winners for its 2022 Excellence in Journalism Awards
“The Excellence in Journalism competition is a celebration of the best in Michigan journalism, and the quality of the entries we received from our colleagues across the state made us proud of our profession,” said Marty Fischhoff, SPJ Detroit president.
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WXMI Announces New Initiative to Combat a Rise in Youth Crime
In response to the pressing issue of youth crime, Scripps Media’s WXMI-TV/FOX 17 (Grand Rapids) is taking a proactive approach by spearheading A Path Forward. Rather than simply reporting on the increase in youth crime, this initiative aims to be part of a broader solution. By uplifting young people, FOX 17 seeks to connect families with crucial resources, address obstacles, celebrate successes, and create lasting change.
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FCC Seeks Comments on Proposed Annual Regulatory Fees – Proposal Includes a Decrease in Fees To Be Paid By Broadcasters
In recent years, there has been significant debate over the amount of fees paid by broadcasters, with broadcast interests arguing that the FCC’s allocation of its workforce overestimated the number of employees working on broadcast matters. In the proposal released this week, the FCC appeared to agree, allocating to other industries the work done by certain employees who were at least partially counted against broadcasters in the past.
Read MoreMichigan Association of Broadcasters Launches
Comprehensive Industry Recruitment Campaign
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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.
Leading Change: The Pros & Cons of AI in Recruiting
Thursday, March 19, 2026
1:00 p.m. EST
Explore how Artificial Intelligence is changing the way broadcasters recruit and retain talent, from candidate sourcing to screening and onboarding. Learn where AI-driven tools can save time, improve quality-of-hire, and reduce manual workload, as well as where caution is required around bias, compliance, and evaluating human skills. Gain practical guidance to help you use AI thoughtfully in hiring, balancing efficiency with fairness, culture, and the realities of building strong teams in today’s workplace.
