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Get Ready — Your Smartphone May Soon Work Even Slower — Dollars and Sense

Shauna Wright — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 14:07:54 +0000

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) says wireless resources are not infinite.

In fact, the smartphones to which we’re all so addicted are gobbling so much bandwidth that as early as next year, we could be paying more for our service — not to mention seeing slower data speeds and an increase in dropped calls.

Are You Ready for the Test?

Paul Drake — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 23:10:42 +0000

Ok, the big test is coming up on Wednesday, November 9th, at approximately 11:00 a.m. The good news? You don’t have to study for this test…just listen! 98.3 THE KEY will participate in a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System. This test will last for about thirty seconds. Remember…this is only a test! 98.3 THE KEY is proud to participate [...]

FCC's Fine on CBS for Janet Jackson's Superbowl Nip-Slip Ruled Improper

Kathy Landin — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 14:39:38 +0000

On Wednesday, a federal appeals court upheld its previous decision that the Federal Communications Commission acted improperly when it fined CBS for the brief exposure of Janet Jackson’s breast during the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show. During the performance, which involved Justin Timberlake and Janet Jackson, Timberlake ripped Jackson’s bustier to reveal her breast with [...]

FCC and Wireless Providers Reach Agreement to Stop 'Bill Shock'

Shauna Wright — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 17:17:30 +0000

After an almost two-year investigation, the Federal Communications Commission said Monday it had reached an agreement with most of the nation’s cell carriers that should protect consumers from “bill shock” — unexpected increases in a monthly wireless bill.