California Public Utilities Judge Seeks Diversity Goals in Verizon Merger

An administrative judge at the CPUC recommended approval, but only with extra DEI requirements.

House Lawmakers Push for Upgraded 911 Networks

Bills propose federal grants for next-gen 911, enhanced satellite alerts, and improved FCC reporting

Universal Service Fund Contribution Factor Projected at 37.6% in 2026

Believe it or not, that 37.6 percent is down from the current 38.1 percent.

Budget Law’s Spectrum Auction Mandate Raises Stakes for Wi-Fi, CBRS

The legislation would task the NTIA with finding about 500 megahertz and the FCC with finding another 300 megahertz for auction.

America Loses Dish, a National Wireless Carrier, in 2025

Is the EchoStar saga a success story for spectrum entrepreneurship, or cautionary tale about consolidation in wireless?

Exclusive Interview with Nexstar Chairman and CEO Perry Sook

Sook says local TV stations need regulatory freedom enjoyed by Big Tech and legacy media giants: ‘It’s going to be necessary to have consolidation to survive.'

American Tower: Dish Not Forced to Sell Spectrum

The tower company is asking a judge to prevent Dish from exiting its lease after major spectrum sales.

FCC Chairman Faces Scrutiny Ahead of Wednesday Senate Oversight Hearing

Groups call on senators to probe Brendan Carr’s use of public interest and news distortion policies

Militant Groups Are Experimenting With AI, Risks Expected to Grow

Washington has responded with calls to investigate how militant groups are using AI and encourage tech companies to share more about how products are potentially being misused.

CTIA, Chamber of Commerce Want FCC Forfeiture Process Struck Down

The Supreme Court will deliberate Jan. 9 on whether to weigh in on the issue.

FCC’s Order Raising Inmate Call Rates Faces Federal Court Appeals

Prison advocacy group asks Third Circuit to overturn rate changes

2025 Was a Year of More BEAD Turmoil

Based on tentative results, about 65% of BEAD locations are in line for fiber. Another 22% will get satellite, and 10% will get fixed wireless.