22nd February 2022
PBS’ Innovation Centers
A new production initiative by the US’ Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) exemplifies how public media is embracing digital innovation, collaboration, and diversity.
17th February 2022
Congress to vote on $565 million funding for US public media
A crunch vote for crucial US public media funding in Congress is days away, and politicians are being urged to approve the $565 million bill.
6th August 2021
Update: Funding approved for US public media
The US House of Representatives passed a bill that secures federal funding for public broadcasting in 2024.
23rd July 2021
PMA welcomes $565m funding recommendation for CPB
Approval could lead to a 27% jump in funding for US public media in 2024 compared to current levels.
12th July 2021
Public media addresses hate crimes against Asian-Americans
From news coverage and educational materials to documentary series, PBS responds to rise in hate crimes with a range of content to bring Americans together.
16th April 2021
CPB Announces Distribution Plan for American Rescue Plan Act Funds
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) announces distribution plan for the $175 million of emergency stabilisation funds for public media.
12th March 2021
House of Representatives passes $175m relief legislation for public media
$175 million in COVID-19 related assistance has been greenlit for the nearly 1,400 public radio and television stations across the US.
6th August 2020
House of Representatives support increased funding for US public media
Bipartisan support welcomed as the House of Representatives Appropriations Committee endorses more funding for the Corporation of Public Broadcasting (CPB).
22nd July 2020
Congress proposes additional federal funding for US public media
The additional funding proposals come at a time of significant economic uncertainty for US public media.
19th June 2020
Easing lockdown: Public media’s roadmap to resuming production
As lockdown restrictions continue to ease across some parts of the world, many industries are starting to reopen. A return to content production is also taking place. But what might this ‘new normal’ look like for public media?





