By Frank Macek As someone who's spent a good part of my career inside local television stations, I’ve seen firsthand how decisions made in Washington D.C. ripple across our newsrooms. When the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) talks about relaxing ownership rules, it’s not just an abstract policy shift—it’s something that could affect every aspect of what we do on the ground. And while the issue is complex, I think it's worth stepping back to look at both the opportunities and the challenges this kind of change presents. For those who might not be familiar with the current framework, the FCC has traditionally imposed strict limits on how many TV or radio stations a single company can own in a given market. These rules were designed decades ago to ensure a diversity of voices and prevent any one entity from having too much influence over the media landscape. But in today’s world of streaming, social media, and digital fragmentation, some argue that these rules are outdate...