ABC stations call FCC’s early call for license renewal ‘unconstitutional’
In a statement, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said “broadcast licensees have a unique obligation to operate in the public interest.”
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Former White House staffers, journalists opine on state of media
The Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site event came 12 hours after Tuesday’s primary elections.
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Tech, ag leader Mitch Frazier named president of IBJ Media
Owner Nate Feltman will remain CEO of the company and publisher of Indianapolis Business Journal, The Indiana Lawyer and Inside INdiana Business but will relinquish day-to-day business operations to Frazier, outgoing CEO of AgriNovus Indiana.
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How journalists and the court are navigating media coverage of the Delphi trial
In this case, even the use of cameras outside the courthouse has caused a stir.
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Nate Feltman becomes sole owner of IBJ Media
IBJ Media CEO and Publisher Nate Feltman purchased the shares of Indianapolis businessmen Mickey Maurer and Bob Schloss this month.
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FBI Director Kash Patel sues the Atlantic for $250M, alleging defamation
The Atlantic’s article contained extensive reporting — attributed to anonymous individuals — alleging Patel engaged in “excessive drinking” and “unexplained absences” while leading the FBI.
Federal judge blocks Nexstar-Tegna TV station merger until antitrust lawsuit is settled
In the emergency temporary restraining order, the judge noted the merger would make Nexstar the owner of two or even three of the “Big Four” local affiliates in at least 30 local television markets — including Indianapolis.
Federal judge extends restraining order on $6.2B merger of local TV giants Nexstar and Tegna
Eight state attorneys general and DirecTV sued to block the merger between the local television giants, arguing that it would raise consumer prices and harm local journalism.
Justice Department opens antitrust probe into NFL broadcasting deals
The investigation is looking into whether the National Football League has engaged in anticompetitive practices, amid growing frustration from fans over the league’s increasing shift toward airing games on subscription TV services,
Citing First Amendment, federal judge blocks Trump order to end funding for NPR and PBS
The operational impact of the decision was not immediately clear — both because it will likely be appealed and because too much damage to the public-broadcasting system has already been done.
Supreme Court won’t reconsider ‘Tiger King’ murder-for-hire conviction
The decision means Joseph Maldonado-Passage’s conviction will stand.
FCC green lights merger of TV station rivals; local station will be divested
As part of the merger, Nexstar is expected to divest six TV stations, including one in Indianapolis.
DirecTV sues Nexstar, Tegna over their proposed $6.2 billion merger
DirecTV said in a press release the merger would create a triopoly in Indianapolis, affecting more than 1.2 million “TV homes.”
Trump backs FCC chief’s threat to broadcasters, criticizing Iran war coverage
Carr, in his Saturday post on X, warned he would deny or revoke government-issued licenses if broadcasters run what the agency deems “fake news.”
Google settles with Epic Games with offer to lower its app store commissions
Epic’s attack against Google’s Play Store coincided with a similar crusade against Apple’s iPhone app store that still remains entangled in some legal disputes about how alternative payment systems can be managed.
Judge grants summary judgment to Indiana Capital Chronicle in execution drug costs case
Ruling finds DOC failed to respond in a reasonable time and improperly withheld public records.
FCC clears way for WISH-TV owner to acquire ABC affiliate WRTV
The federal regulatory agency said that Circle City Broadcasting’s ownership of three stations would not harm competition and could, in fact, bolster it.
Amazon scraps partnership with surveillance company after Super Bowl ad backlash
Ring and Flock said last year they were planning on working together to give Ring camera owners the option to share their video footage in response to law enforcement requests.
FBI searches home of Washington Post reporter in classified documents probe, newspaper says
While classified documents investigations aren’t unusual, the search of a reporter’s home marks an escalation in the government’s efforts to crack down on leaks.
The Indiana Lawyer to become weekly supplement in IBJ’s print edition
The Indiana Lawyer’s non-print coverage—which includes a podcast, email newsletters and website—will continue.
The New York Times sues the Pentagon over Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s media rules
The newspaper said the rules violate the Constitution’s freedom of speech and due process provisions, since they give Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth the power to determine on his own whether a reporter should be banned.
Indianapolis-based Audio Chuck facing lawsuit from podcast creator
The creators of the “Anatomy of Murder” podcast accuse the Indianapolis-based media company of shorting them millions in advertising revenue and failing to do enough to promote the show.
AP and Trump administration argue access case before federal appeals court
President Donald Trump restricted the AP’s access to events in smaller spaces like the Oval Office and Air Force One, leading the news outlet to sue.
Journalists turn in access badges, exit Pentagon rather than agree to new reporting rules
News outlets were nearly unanimous in rejecting new rules imposed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that would leave journalists vulnerable to expulsion if they sought to report on information — classified or otherwise — that had not been approved by Hegseth for release.