Cable commission approves 50% Q4 distributions for general fund and PEG amid revenue decline The Sacramento Metropolitan Cable Television Commission voted to cut quarter-four distributions to channel licensees to 50% for both the general fund and PEG funding, citing declining cable-fee revenue, OPEB/pension liabilities and the need to preserve operating reserves for Metro Cable 14.

Sacramento's cable commission has made a controversial decision to slash fourth-quarter funding to channel licensees by 50%, sparking concerns over the future of community programming and services.

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Report: Russia's national internet system blocks YouTube, WhatsApp, Radio Svoboda and other Western outlets The broadcast reported that Russia's national internet system removed YouTube, Facebook, WhatsApp, Nastoyashchee Vremya, Radio Svoboda (Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty), BBC and Deutsche Welle from access without VPN; WhatsApp said authorities tried to completely block the messenger.

Russia's internet censorship has escalated, blocking major platforms like YouTube and WhatsApp, leaving users in the dark without VPN access.

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#US #CivicFreedoms #CitizenPortal #MediaAccess #DigitalPrivacy

Committee advances bill to extend municipal ordinance publication deadline The Senate Local and County Government Committee advanced SB 1265, which would extend the municipal ordinance publication deadline from 15 days to 30 days, citing the decline of daily newspapers; the measure passed committee 8–0.

Senator Kristina Gillespie's SB 1265 aims to double the publication deadline for municipal ordinances, adapting to the decline of daily newspapers and ensuring local governments can meet their notice requirements.

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Nebraska Public Media asks committee to limit cuts after sudden $4 million federal loss Nebraska Public Media told the Appropriations Committee that a sudden $4 million federal funding cut has already forced reliance on philanthropy and urged the committee to limit state appropriation reductions to no more than 2% for FY26‑27; the agency also asked for a $60,000 spending‑authority rebalance from television to radio.

Nebraska Public Media is facing a critical $4 million funding cut, risking essential services and emergency communications across the state.

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Court releases transcript from closed hearing for man accused of killing Charlie Kirk
#CourtTransparency #HighProfileTrial #MediaAccess
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Press freedom groups condemn Israel’s Gaza journalist access ban, calling for unrestricted foreign media entry and greater transparency #PressFreedom #Gaza #Journalism #MediaAccess #CPJ #ForeignPressAssociation

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Eight Portuguese Districts Face 2026 Newspaper Blackout Amid Financial Crisis A major Portuguese press distributor will cease daily newspaper delivery in eight regional districts starting in 2026, citing financial difficulties and

Eight Portuguese Districts Face 2026 Newspaper Blackout Amid Financial Crisis

#mediaaccess #newspapers #portugal #pressdistribution #VASP

🧨 BREAKING NEWS: Laura Loomer Gets Press Credentials To Cover the Pentagon

Video: youtube.com/shorts/sJRnO...
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Digital Piracy on the Rise: Are Streaming Services Failing Us? Digital piracy is back due to rising streaming costs and ads. Illicit streaming had 216B visits in 2024. The film industry risks repeating the music industry's mistakes if it doesn't improve user expe...

🎬 Streaming fatigue is real—and piracy is creeping back. Are fragmented platforms pushing users away? Dive into the debate: mysocalledgaylife.eu/2025/10/digi...

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Pentagon spokesperson claims rules ensure understanding, not agreement, citing "disruptive press" & national security. Reporters evicted after 4 PM deadline, carting out gear 📦. #NationalSecurity #MediaAccess

Major news orgs 📰 object to new Pentagon press policy! 🏛️ Reporters face restricted movement & must pledge not to obtain unauthorized materials. Deadline to sign is Tuesday! ⏳ #PressFreedom #Pentagon #MediaAccess

TelevisaUnivision & Telemundo aren’t just channels—they connect Latino families to culture, community & trusted news.

YouTube TV dropping them shows why diverse media access matters.

🔗 Full blog: www.httppolicy.org/news/youtube...

#HTTP #LatinoVoices #MediaAccess #CulturalConnection

Public Debate Emerges Over Media Access Restrictions at County Meetings Community members challenge media access policies ahead of October 6 meeting.

Tensions soared at the Douglas County Commission as resident Patrick Kelly passionately defended media freedom, igniting a fierce debate on transparency and public participation.

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BBC, AP, AFP and Reuters Release Film Urging Media Access to Gaza

BBC, AP, AFP and Reuters have released a two‑minute film calling for unrestricted international media access to Gaza, narrated by veteran BBC presenter David Dimbleby. Read more: getnews.me/bbc-ap-afp-and-reuters-r... #mediaaccess #gaza #journalism

KNCC Board Explores Local Broadcasting Enhancements for Elko and Eureka Communities KNCC aims to improve local news coverage by enhancing broadcasting options in Elko and Eureka.

Elko County's TV District is on a mission to revolutionize local broadcasting, ensuring residents get the news they crave while strengthening community connections.

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#ElkoCounty #NV #CitizenPortal #CommunityEngagement #LocalBroadcasting #MediaAccess

TV District Denies $87K Funding Request for KUNR and KNCC Relocation Costs TV District votes to deny funding for KUNR and KNCC, explores streaming options.

Elko County's TV District just denied a hefty $87,000 funding request, but they're setting their sights on innovative streaming solutions to keep local news alive!

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#ElkoCounty #NV #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #ElkoCountyBroadcasting #CommunityEngagement #MediaAccess

9/13 Israel has imposed an unprecedented ban preventing international media from covering the 22-month conflict.

Palestinian journalists working with global outlets face starvation and death while carrying out their duties inside Gaza.
#MediaAccess #Gaza

HTTP Calls on FCC to Protect Broadcast Ownership Rules — /http/ HTTP advocates FCC action to maintain broadcast ownership limits to safeguard local voices, fair competition, and authentic news coverage for diverse communities.

/http/ advocates to keep broadcast rules strong, so local voices stay heard!

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#FCC #MediaAccess #LocalVoices

3/13 Following 7 October attacks, Israel barred foreign journalists from entering Gaza — "an unprecedented move in modern conflict history."

One of the rare moments reporters have been denied access to an active war zone.
#MediaAccess #PressFreedom

In a world where the information we get shapes how we see things, limiting media access to Gaza only lets misinformation grow

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Utah State Correctional Facility outlines media witness guidelines for upcoming execution Media center opens September 4 with application deadline for witnesses set for September 5

Utah prepares for a highly publicized execution, unveiling crucial details about media access and witness protocols at a press conference.

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President Donald Trump's Unconventional Media Access Defies Traditional Norms | AI News Brew In an unprecedented break from traditional presidential media interactions, President Donald Trump has been frequently answering phone calls directly from reporters, providing them with immediate acce

President Donald Trump's Unconventional Media Access Defies Traditional Norms
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#TrumpMedia, #PresidentialCommunication, #MediaAccess, #PoliticalNews, #Transparency

Legislation expands media access for incarcerated individuals in Massachusetts correctional facilities New section mandates unimpeded media communication rights for incarcerated persons in Massachusetts

Massachusetts is paving the way for justice by granting incarcerated individuals unprecedented media communication rights!

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#MA #CitizenPortal #PrisonReform #MediaAccess

Oregon bill defines terms for online content access and digital journalism providers Bill establishes definitions for access, advertisers, journalists, and digital platforms in Oregon

Oregon is redefining the digital landscape by establishing clear terms for access, advertisers, and journalists in a groundbreaking new bill.

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#OR #CivicEngagement #DigitalTransparency #MediaAccess

Oregon sets compensation rules for digital journalism content access agreements Legislation mandates written agreements and compensation for accessing digital journalism content in Oregon

Oregon is paving the way for digital journalism by requiring written agreements and compensation for content access—could this be the future of fair media practices?

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#OR #CivicAccountability #MediaAccess

I'd much prefer to pay per article or for some kind of token system. Let me make a one-time payment for 5 tokens that I have to redeem in 6 mos (or whatever).

Hitting a paywall that I can access only thru a monthly/annual subscription simply means I'll try to get the info elsewhere #MediaAccess

Appeals Court Sides with Trump in AP’s Fight Over Press Access Appeals Court Deals Another Setback to AP in Battle Over Trump Event Access In a closely watched legal fight over

Appeals Court Rules Against AP in Trump Press Access Dispute

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“No Room for the Wires”: Why It Matters That AP, Reuters & Bloomberg Were Barred from Air Force One The exclusion of wire services like AP and Reuters isn’t just a media story—it’s a media literacy wake-up call.

For the first time in modern history, AP, Reuters, and Bloomberg were excluded from Air Force One.

What does this mean for transparency and press freedom?

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#PressFreedom #WhiteHouse #MediaAccess