National Association of Broadcasters
Covering the Coronavirus Pandemic

As local radio and television broadcasters navigate the editorial and operations challenges presented by COVID-19, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) is providing tools and resources to help stations accurately cover this issue and prepare for the impacts on your staff, community and business.

What Broadcasters are Doing

  • Between March 12 and August 7, TV and radio stations have aired NAB-produced spots 791,000 times for an estimated ad value of $159,901,412.
  • Broadcasters are providing breaking news and developments as they happen. Stations are adding additional news to their daily programming to keep communities informed with trusted, reliable information.
    Examples of Local Stations' Commitment to Serve Their Communities »

NAB Podcast

Listen to recent conversations offering practical solutions to specific problems as broadcasters navigate the changing media climate during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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CDC Guidelines on Reopening

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released new guidelines for reopening business.

Visit CDC's Reopening Page

More Tools for Stations

Station Operation Resources Editorial Guidelines Broadcast-Ready PSAs Social Media Samples Tools in Spanish Additional COVID-19 Educational Resources


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