California
California Fire Chiefs Withdraw Initial Support for NextNav
The fire chiefs voiced strong support in May 2025 for NextNav’s new technology, before shifting gears just last month.
Kelcie Lee
Reporter Kelcie Lee studied history, sociology and journalism at the University of California, Berkeley. She has reported for The Daily Californian, EdSource and the Richmond Review/Sunset Beacon.
California
Newsom Appoints John Reynolds to Head California PUC
Christine Harada also joins as newest commissioner, while current CPUC President Alice Reynolds steps down.
California
Research Experts Claim CPUC Broadband Competition Report to be Misleading
The CPUC’s claim that increased broadband competition could save Californians $1 billion is facing pushback.
New Mexico
New Mexico Broadband Office Approves $6.7M in Public Wi-Fi Grants
Six grants will expand and implement Wi-Fi in public plazas, parks and municipal buildings.
Rip and Replace
Telecommunications Providers Struggle to Meet May Rip-and-Replace Deadline
Carriers worry permitting delays and labor shortages could lead to connectivity loss in rural communities.
NTIA
Arielle Roth Says NTIA Won’t Allow State Rules to Undermine BEAD Success
NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth was also questioned on screen time use in schools.
Earnings
Optimum Down 62,000 Subscribers, But Earnings Growth Returns
The network said it reached goals in fiber, mobile and video subscribers, while continuing to face debt challenges.
Earnings
T-Mobile Launches AI-Powered Live Translate Built Into Calls
T-Mobile is expecting 15 million fixed wireless broadband customers by 2030. It had 558,000 net broadband additions in Q4.
AI
Author of California AI Legislation Calls Trump Executive Order 'Outrageous'
Wiener explains that his landmark state AI legislation faced backlash and roadblocks, but ultimately is a win for AI regulation.
NTIA
FirstNet Reauthorization Bill Passes House Committee Unanimously
The bipartisan bill will now move to the full House Energy and Commerce Committee.
April McClain-Delaney
Rep. April McClain Delaney Hopes to Pass New Quantum, AI Measures
McClain Delaney talked social media age verification, BEAD program and rural broadband access.
permitting
Federal Permitting Council Introduces Faster Data Center Permitting Process
In alignment with President Trump’s goals, the council is working on new data center projects through a streamlined process.
INCOMPAS
New 'Data Center Excellence' Standard From Telecom Trade Group
In the AI race with China, data centers need quality standards for a streamlined process, the trade groups said.
Infrastructure
Sen. Ben Ray Luján Expressed Frustration, Dedication to Federal Permitting Reform
Despite partisan challenges, Luján said moving past them was necessary for the U.S. to become a world leader.
INCOMPAS
Fixed Wireless Providers Applaud Trump-Era BEAD Changes
Tarana and Nextlink emphasized opportunities they now have to provide fixed wireless connectivity to underserved communities.
AI
Panel Discusses Responsible AI Implementation in Local Government
Hosted by the CDT, representatives discussed recommendations and examples in state and local government use of AI.
