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AM Radio Is Headed to the House Floor!
After years of advocacy, hundreds of congressional co-sponsors, and a whole lot of persistence, the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act is officially getting its moment on the House floor!
With 370+ House and Senate co-sponsors, the bipartisan momentum behind AM radio is strong, and broadcasters have played a huge role in getting us here.
Now it’s time to finish the job!
A few tips for keeping the momentum:
1. Have every employee text AM to 39179 to urge their members of Congress to support the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act.
2. Air the AM4EVA spots in heavy rotation.
3. Post messages across social media platforms urging listeners to text AM to 39179. |
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Early Bird Pricing Ends September 25th!
Consider this your sign to stop thinking about buying your Hall of Fame tickets and PURCHASE THEM! 😉
Early Bird pricing ends 9/25!
Join us Friday, October 23, at The Dome at AMG in Greenwood Village for a night celebrating the 2026 CBA Hall of Fame Class. Heavy appetizers, prize drawings, catching up with industry friends, and lots of reasons to celebrate.
Proceeds support the CBA Broadcast Education & Development Scholarship Fund!
The clock is ticking!
Grab your tickets now before prices go up!! |
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CBA Member's Only - New Seller Academy |
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The next LBS New Seller Academy begins October 5th and is FREE to CBA member stations! Online learning with live instruction to help sellers build confidence, sharpen fundamentals and develop the skills and discipline needed to make stronger sales calls and close more business. While designed to accelerate the success of new sellers, stations are also enrolling veteran sellers and even entire sales teams to refresh fundamentals and elevate performance.
FREE for CBA member stations and staff (LBS account required)
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Creating Breakthrough Content |
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September 17th 11:00 a.m. (MT)
Why does so much of our radio, TV and digital content look and sound the same? In this session, we’ll discover why we leave so much of our best content on the cutting room floor and discuss a creative process for capturing and presenting more compelling, relatable stories and topics. Exclusive, local content is available to us…if we know how to identify and create it. This session is perfect for anyone involved in content creation in your stations.
This webinar is free for CBA Members. Non-Members can purchase access for $100.
Registration deadline 9/15/2026 at 5:00 p.m.
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Taking Storytelling to the Next Level |
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Congrats to Marina of KRDO, who was awarded $875.00 from the CBA's Broadcast Education & Development scholarship fund to attend the NPPA - Advanced Storytelling Workshop.
Marina had this to say about receiving a scholarship, "Being so early on in my career, receiving this scholarship is truly a dream come true. Attending the Advanced Storytelling Workshop puts me in a unique environment in which I will learn how to elevate my storytelling, among other key skills. I can't wait to bring back what I learn and share everything with my colleagues!
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Don't Wait for the Awards
Nominate a Broadcaster Today! |
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No longer must you wait for awards season to recognize an incredible Colorado broadcaster! Nominations for two of the CBA’s most popular special recognition awards can now be submitted year-round.
The Harry W. Hoth Public Service Award recognizes a current or former Colorado broadcaster who has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to public service in their community, state, and industry.
The Rex Howell Broadcaster of the Year Award honors an active Colorado broadcaster whose leadership, skill, and dedication are helping advance the broadcast industry.
Don’t wait to tell us about them! Nominations submitted by January 15, 2027 will be considered for the 2026 awards contest.
Use the button below to learn more and submit a nomination today! |
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Understanding Media Liability Insurance |
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September 22nd 12:00 p.m. (MT)
Understanding Media Liability Insurance for Today’s Content and Communications Risks provides media finance leaders with a practical look at one of the industry’s most important risk management tools. Attendees will gain practical guidance on selecting appropriate policy limits, retention levels, and insurance program structures that align with their organization’s risk tolerance, financial objectives, and content-related operations.
This webinar is free for CBA Members. Non-Members can purchase access for $100.
Registration deadline 9/18/2026 at 5:00 p.m.
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FCC Whiplash? Your CBA Legal Hotline Has Your Back |
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With rapid policy shifts, headline-making statements, and an increasingly unpredictable regulatory environment coming out of Washington, broadcasters are finding themselves navigating more uncertainty than ever at the FCC. That’s why it pays to have the CBA in your corner.
The CBA’s FCC Legal Hotline, available free to all members, gives you direct access to expert broadcast attorneys who can help answer regulatory questions, clarify FCC guidance, and provide trusted insight when the rules seem to change by the day. In uncertain times, CBA membership delivers real peace of mind and real value. Submit your question anytime using the button below. |
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AI, Value and M&A in Media |
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September 30th 11:00 p.m. (MT)
AI is transforming the media industry—but what does that transformation mean for company valuations, investment decisions, and M&A activity?
AI, Value and M&A in Media moves beyond the broader conversation about artificial intelligence to examine its real-world financial impact on media companies. The session will explore where value is migrating, who is buying, what today’s acquirers are willing to pay for, and how AI is changing the questions companies should be asking during due diligence.
This webinar is free for CBA Members. Non-Members can purchase access for $100.
Registration deadline 9/28/2026 at 5:00 p.m.
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Free RAB Professional Development Courses |
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Investing in ongoing training and professional development is one of the best ways to strengthen your sales team and position your station for long-term success.
As part of your CBA membership, stations receive access to valuable sales tools and resources, including three free RAB Professional Development Courses designed to sharpen skills, strengthen revenue performance, and keep your team competitive in today’s evolving media landscape.
Be sure to renew your CBA membership before July 1st to continue receiving these important benefits—and sign your team up today using the button below to start taking advantage of this valuable training opportunity.
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Each week, Speed & Derron team up, often with esteemed guests, to tackle topics related to client relations, sales strategy, and motivation. This brief show is a great way to start off sales meetings, educate new account executives, and remind yourself why we do what we do.
Speed & Swagger “Ten Minute Trainers” are FREE to CBA members! Use the button below to sign up for weekly training videos.
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Non-Commercial Supporting Announcements (NCSA)
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Current NCSA Campaigns |
NCSA messages are vital to the CBA. Keep us advocating for you and fulfill Public File Community Ascertainment requirements with these messages.
Download messages by clicking the button below.
Current NCSA Partners:
• CO for Responsible Energy Development (7/1 through 9/30/2026)
• Know Your Judge (9/1 through 11/3/2026)
Questions?
Contact [email protected] or call (720) 536-5427
Thank you for supporting the CBA! |
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The Office of Judicial Performance and Evaluation is required by state law to educate Colorado voters about the judges up for re-election in 2026. Colorado judges will be on the ballot in 2026. This campaign helps to inform citizens on how judges are evaluated and where to go to learn more about the judges in their district. |
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Coloradans for Responsible Energy Development (CRED) is a nonprofit organization that provides information about the economic, environmental, and energy benefits of safe and responsible oil and natural gas development in Colorado. CRED encourages Coloradans to learn the facts about modern energy production and hydraulic fracturing while promoting informed discussion about the industry’s role in supporting jobs, communities, and the state’s economy. |
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2026 FCC Annual Regulatory Fees Due September 24th
The FCC has released its 2026 Regulatory Fees for radio, television and all other licensees, after rejecting the CBA’s request, along with the NAB and other state associations, to lower or lessen the fee increase.
The payment deadline is September 24, 2026 at 11:59pm (Eastern).
2026 Radio fees are available at this LINK and TV fees, listed by call letter, at this LINK.
The FCC requires that all licensees utilize the Commission Registration System (CORES) to make their regulatory fee payment. To use CORES, register with the FCC HERE. |
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SCOTUS Pauses Appeals Court Decision Blocking ‘LUR’ Tweak
by Adam Jacobson, Radio + Television Business Report
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On procedural grounds, the U.S. Supreme Court put the breaks on a decision from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit that would have prohibited anyone other than a political candidate from eligibility for the Lowest Unit Rate afforded by broadcast media when buying election-based advertising.
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Quarterly Tower Lighting System Inspection
by John Baich, SECC Chair & CBA ABIP Inspector
Sangre de Cristo Broadcast Consulting, LLC
2026 Q3 ends this month (September), which means stations owning their towers must complete and document their “Quarterly Tower Lighting System Inspection.”
Let’s review the basic responsibility of tower owners whose towers must meet FAA painting/lighting requirements. Not all towers with an Antenna Structure Registration number (ASR) are required to meet specific FAA lighting/marking.
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