Willmar, Minnesota Moves Forward With Open Access Fiber Network

The city promises options ranging from symmetrical 300 megabits per second to symmetrical 1 gigabit per second.

Jessica Dine: So You Want BEAD to Be Tech Neutral?

BEAD should use all technologies, but not all technologies are equal.

T-Mobile Supports Petitions Against 5G Fund, Verizon Opposes

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr opposed moving forward with the $9 billion fund as a commissioner.

California’s $15 Broadband Proposal Could Save Households $1B Annually, State Report Finds

New report finds affordability mandate would cut less than 1% from top ISPs’ revenues.

Industry and Tribes at Odds on Tribal Priority Window

The FCC took comment on boosting Tribal access to spectrum ahead of an upcoming auction.

Minnesota: Keep BEAD Fast and Grounded in Local Expertise

State seeks shot clock for federal reviews and greater trust in state-led broadband plans.

Wireless Association: Exempt Deployments from Environmental Policy Act

The Federal Communications Commission is seeking comment on the proposal.

House and Senate Democrats Demand Answers from Carr Over Media Investigations

The efforts are not termed ‘investigations,’ but - signed only by Democrats - demand answers from Carr.

GoNetspeed Blasts Massachusetts for Broadband Delays Caused by Outdated Pole Attachment Rules

Regional ISP urged regulators to adopt reforms modeled on federal rules.

Iowa Urged to Prioritize Fiber Ahead of Arrival of $415 Million in BEAD Money

Wulfsen argued that fiber is a better long-term investment than satellite.

Congress Accelerates Tech Agenda with House Markup of Key Bills

House panel revives broadband, cybersecurity, and supply chain bills.

T-Mobile, Swedish Investor EQT Close Lumos Purchase

T-Mobile is aiming to reach 3.5 million passings with the joint venture by 2029.