is expected that could finally decide the future of the internet the case against the federal communications commission or f.c.c. was brought by verizon communications which sued the agency back in two thousand and ten for its nondiscrimination rule and now a federal circuit court is deciding whether internet service providers should be allowed to play favorites when it comes to internet traffic significantly diminishing the open and free internet we know today. the concept of net neutrality and how we can save the internet i'm joined by ten car senior director of strategy at free press thanks so much for coming on temp. how are you and great tim it net neutrality i think is still a concept with a lot of misconceptions a lot of disinformation surrounding it how would you describe the term and why should internet users care about it. net neutrality is the is the founding principle of the internet it basically determines who controls the internet net neutrality says that the internet is controlled by the people who go online in who are at the ends of the network we can all get online we can connect to an

as expected that could finally decide the future of the internet the case against the federal communications commission or f.c.c. was brought by of arisan communications which sued the agency back in two thousand and ten for its nondiscrimination rule and now a federal circuit court is deciding whether internet service providers should be allowed to play favorites when it comes to internet traffic significantly diminishing the open in free internet we know today to break down this case the concept of net neutrality and how we can save the internet and ten car senior director of strategy at free press thanks so much for coming on ten. and great tim at net neutrality i think it's still a concept of a lot of misconceptions a lot of disinformation surrounding it how would you describe the term and why should internet users care about it. will net neutrality is the is the founding principle of the internet it basically determines who controls the internet net neutrality says that the internet is controlled by the people who go online in who are at the ends of the network we can all get online we can connect

as expected that could finally decide the future of the internet the case against the federal communications commission or apps in c. was brought by of arisan communications which sued the agency back in two thousand and ten for its nondiscrimination rule and now a federal circuit court is deciding whether internet service providers should be allowed to play favorites when it comes to internet traffic significantly diminishing the open in free internet we know today to break down this case the concept of net neutrality and how we can save the internet and ten car senior director of strategy at free press thanks so much for coming on temp. how are you and great tim at net neutrality i think is still a concept with a lot of misconceptions a lot of disinformation surrounding it how would you describe the term and why should internet users care about it. will net neutrality is the is the founding principle of the internet it basically determines who controls the internet net neutrality says that the internet is controlled by the people who go online in who are at the ends of the network we can all get onli

the federal communications commission has banned inflight cell phone calls since 1991. but the commission says next month, it will were allowing phone calls once airplanes reach 10,000 feet. turning now to afghanistan. with the u.s. agreement that would spell out how many troops would be allowed to stay there after 2014. one of the most controversial issues in the agreement giving u.s. troops immunity from prosecution under afghan law. the deal would also give troops the right to self-defense. the u.s. could be allowed to carry out house raids. but only after a request from fourses. the f the draft is approved as many as 15,000 soldiers could stay in the country for another decade. these people will debate the biggest decision afghanistan as a nation will have made yet. a long term contract with america. >> day one of the loyager have opened with their president making a speech. you accept this contract, it should be signed after we have fair elections with honor, and ascofer, where we believe we are moving toward security. >> the president's speech opening the loya jir

the federal communications commission chairman says that he'll push the wireless industry to unlock customers phones at no extra charge when contracts are done. that way customers can switch providers if they want to. it is illegal to unlock a phone yourself. >>> ford's f150 pick up is at the top of the best selling vehicle in 2013. according to a new forbes list ford sold more than 623,000 ever series pick ups so far this year. that's up nearly 20% from a year ago. ford hopes to hold on to the top shot in 2014 with its new design for the f150. >>> and the chevy silverado is if second so far this year followed by the toyota camry honda accord and dodge ram. >>> ahead shark sightings north of the border. who are the new york yankees of gotham city high school volleyball. we got the answer and you'll only seat here. ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, thats logan cout . >>> this next minute just hang on to something. logan couture story of the shark trip to edmonton. they pounded the gold as joe pavelski putting it between the pipes late in the first. thomas hurdle makes it 2-0. patrick marleau capped with a ni

the federal communications commission says it will review that plan next month. those are the headlines at this hour, i'll be back at 11:00 eastern, 8:00 pacific. you can get the latest news on aljazeera.com. >> on america tonight: the joy we'll never forget. the story of president kennedy's lasting legacy and his last voyage. >> we have the transfer of power, the official of state business, going on just a few feet in front. and here we have the private horror of a widow with her murdered husband. >> also tonight, fading away, capturing what might be the last looks of a vanishing culture. >> i believe these people have a wealth, an emotional wealth, cultural wealth that we do not have any more. >> and big dreams, small space. adam may: little tread. >> it will always be my place. >> it won't get away. >> from the museum in washington, d.c. and the three shots were fired exhibit focused on the assassination of john f. kennedy, i'm joie chen, thanks for being with us. it's been 50 years since president kennedy's death, but his life remains a fascination. that trip

the federal communications commission will vote next month on allowing in-flight cell phone calls. jeff pegues reports the objections are already piling up. >> reporter: in the air, the new frontier is what passengers are carrying in their hands, and now that the f.a.a. cleared the way for the use of tablets and e-readers for takeoff through landing, cell phone voice calls may soon be the next in-flight ban to do. but regan national traveler john richard says he would not use his phone in the air. >> wouldn't want to have other people listening to my conversation. >> reporter: the backlash is growing. more than 2,000 people have signed a. on the white house web site asking that phone calls stay out of the cabin, but the potential rule change has less to do with voice calls and more to do with broadband access. an f.c.c. official tells cbs news a cell signal will give passengerrers a broadband option offering faster ways to surf the web. unlike current wifi services on commercial airplanes, cell signals will allow passenger pao send text messages. any new service in the air will mea

but the federal communications commission is considering lifting the ban. allowing airlines to provide in-flight mobile broadband for use above 10,000 feet. frequent flyers like francis flores are ready to talk. >> i would say for work. and if a personal matter cannot wait, i'll use it. definitely. it's very convenient. >> others want to pull the plug on the idea. >> i don't want somebody talking on the phone next to me. it depends who it is, though. some people are loud talkers. >> on the flight, i would think not. it can be disruptive to the people around you. >> if lifting the ban flies through the fcc approval process, airlines would have to install special equipment to keep passengers connected. those calls would cost you. no one knows how much or how many airlines would get onboard. jetblue says if the policy is changed, it will make the cabin comfortable for people who want cell service and for people who want peace and quiet. a supporter of access, flores worries opening the lines will make for a rough ride. >> i don't know how much complications it

the federal communications commission is considering allowing the use of cell phones on planes above 10,000 feet. it is safe to anticipate passenger opinions may be split on this between those who want to talk and need to talk and those who don't necessarily need to hear the intricate details of their lives, say, all the way from new york to los angeles. while it's early yet in this process, the new head of the fcc said this is just keeping up with the times. he says they're reviewing their outdated and restricted rules. the story where we begin tonight is with nbc's tom costello. he's at national airport in washington. tom, good evening. >> reporter: good evening. this is still far from reality, but it could be soon you'll be able to hear everything your seatmate says, in fact, everybody on the plane says the length of your entire trip. for many it's that last refuge from ringing cell phones and text messages. but now what may be the first sign that could change. the fcc says it will soon propose allowing passengers to talk on their phones in their seats above 10,000 feet. something

the federal communications commission governs cell phone use during flight and the committee did not consider that issue. all devices should be in airplane mode. >> u.s. travel association and industry group welcoming the move calling it a win/win policy. the faa began restricting the use of electronic devices in 1966, but the agency says the changes will not take effect immediately. >> each airline will determine how and when it will allow passengers the broader use of tablets, e readers, and smart phones. >> connected to the internet will be prohibited below 10,000 feet. in washington, doug, fox news. >> more details, it will be up to the airlines to develop plans to implement the new rules and they'll have to conduct tests of the equipment on their plane and submit the results to the faa for approval. developing news now out of central texas where more than a foot of rain has fallen. the water rose quickly turning streets into rivers. the one fatality is a man who was swept out of his vehicle. officials turned to boats, rafts, helicopters to make dozens of rescues, the rain starte

. >>> a federal communications commission now considering whether to allow mobile broadband use for passengerse 10,000 feet. >> i would say mostly for work and if, you know -- if a personal matter cannot wait, definitely. it's very convenient. >> on the flight i would think not. i think it's -- it can be disruptive to the people around you. >> home airlines would actually get on board with this one. jetblue stepping up saying it will make it very comfortable for both those who want cell phone service and those who want peace and quiet. >>> scott mcgrew almost every state. >> got second place, and it's all good news. 39,000 -- in -- -- didn't come in -- now, our unemployment rate is still higher than the national average. it depends on california. where in california are as far as the true picture of things and how they're going. for instance, in silicon valley, we're doing so much better than they are doing, say, in the central valley. well, here's a woman who probably has a job ahead of her. janet yellin who had testimony before the senate banking committee last week is up for confirmation wi

the federal communications commission says it is considering lifting the ban.airlines including jetblue, delta, and united have already hinted that they will not make the change. this comes one month after the government lifted the ban on texting, e-mail, and surfing the web in flight. the fcc is still months away from a final vote. >>> get ready. more than 130 new traffic cameras will soon be watching you in d.c. they're not just checking your speed. the cameras will be looking for drivers who block intersections, who don't allow pedestrians to have the right of way. the cameras will also be targeting over sized vehicles that drive down narrow streets. the cameras start issuing tickets december 30th. fines range from 50 to $250. doug is here with more about this weekend deep freeze we're headed into. >> it's going to be cold enough to freeze all those cameras. they won't work. >> okay. good. >> i tell you what though. it is going to feel just that cold. that's what we want to talk about tonight. it is not just the fact we're getting cold but that you're going

. >> for the first time in many months, the federal communications commission has a full complement of commissioners. new chairman tom wheeler and republican michael o'rielly have been confirmed by the senate. joining us this week to discuss the sec's agenda for the coming year, sam gustin of "time magazine." what you think is the number one priority for the fcc? >> i would say the biggest priority, the biggest immediate priority, is the spectrum incentive option that is scheduled for next summer. that is enacted by the to sell to sell thee fcc spectrum to address the growing spectrum crunch, which is being driven by the massive proliferation of smartphones and tablets. >> assess confirmation hearing, tom wheeler talked about the upcoming spectrum auctions. here is what he had to say. i want to get your response. [video clip] >> the incentive option, as i said, is something that has never been tried before. , liken it to a rubik's cube that over on the side of the cube, you have got to provide an incentive for broadcasters to want to auction their spectrum. on this side of the cube, yo

final thoughts the fcc, the federal communications commission says it is going to propose letting people talk on their cell phones while flying. which i love. but the talking thing, that's way different than quietly playing candy crush during takeoff. take it from me, i am probably the most disruptive force you will ever encounter on public transportation. people regularly tell me to shut up, or they stair me down when i am talking on the phone. i don't know if 200 people talking in a long metal tube for hours on end is wise. i have often said i would not want to sit next to me while i'm on the phone. but, if texting is safe, than so is talking and i suppose there's no good reason not to let people talk. it is public transportation, you want silence, fly private. even if the f.c.c. approves it would still have to get the okay by airline, and they are very cautious about this kind of thing. it could make many customers very unhappy, my solution is let people pay extra to sit in a talking section. why some investors are betting this may be the last christmas for toys r us. thank you for jo

the federal communications commission will vote on this idea next month, and we asked our transportation correspondent jeff pegues to look into that. >> reporter: if the idea of using cell phones in flight takes off, don't expect delta to go along for the ride. today, the world's second- biggest airline released a statement saying that they would not allow voice communication in flight, a sound decision in the eyes of passengers like jamie key. terrible idea? >> terrible! i don't want to sit next to someone talking on their phone for several hours. that would be awful. >> reporter: it's not just passengers weighing in. veda shook is the president of the association of flight attendants, c.w.a. >> there's no way to have a quiet car on an airplane. it's a metal tube thousands of feet in the air. there's no way for somebody to actually have a private conversation, and we have concerns about that. >> reporter: if the proposal becomes a reality, passengers would be allowed to make phone calls and text messages above 10,000 feet. in a statement today, f.c.c. chairman tom wheeler acknowledged t

the federal communications commission is considering lifting a ban on cell phones above 10,000 feet.he union representing flight attendants say it could lead to turbulence among passengers. >> we put them in this confined space with no way to get off or remove yourself from a situation and tempers could quickly flare. >> it's a pretty bad idea. it's going to be really annoying. nobody will get to rest. you need a break from all this anyway. >> i'm for it. i think it would be really helpful. >> under the proposal calls would not be allowed during takeoffs and landing. you'd have to pay an extra fee to make a call just like in flight wi-fi. that could lead to some problems perhaps. >>> d.c., raise the glass to yourself. the district is named the second drunkest state in the u.s. okay. we know we technically are not a state. >> nonetheless, though, the national institute of alcohol abuse and alcoholism says folks here, you just love your wine. in fact, the average person drinks 40 bottles a year, not to mention the 211 cans of beer and 21 bottles of booze. people we talked to were a lit

. >> host: well, for the first time in months, federal communications commission has a full complement of commissioners; new chairman tom wheeler and republican michael o'reilly have been confirmed by the senate. joining us this week to discuss the fcc's agenda for the coming year, sam gustin of "time" magazine. mr. gustin, what do you think is the number one priority right now for the fcc? >> guest: well, i would say the biggest priority, the biggest immediate be priority is the spectrum incentive auction that's scheduled for next summer. and that's an effort by the fcc to sell existing wireless spectrum that's opened by the tv broadcasters -- that's owned by the tv broadcasters for use by the big wireless companies to address the growing spectrum crunch which is being driven by the massive proliferation of smartphones and tablets. >> host: well, at his confirmation hearing, tom wheeler talked about the upcoming spectrum auctions. here's what he had to say, want to get your response. >> the incentive auction, as i said, is something that's never been tried before, and i liken it to a

. >> for the first time in many months, the federal communications commission has a full complement of commissioners. new chairman tom wheeler and republican michael o'rielly have been confirmed by the senate. joining us this week to discuss the sec's agenda for the coming year, sam gustin of "time magazine."

schoumacher: henry geller, former general counsel of the federal communications commission, was one oftelephone policymakers. well, i can understand what was in it for the phone companies, buy why did the government buy this arrangement? the government bought it because what he promised them was universal service. he as going to -- at reasonable rates -- he was going to -- as a monopoly he could expand, give this integrated end-to-end service. it was good service. remember, it's not a cliche -- the u.s. had the best telephone service, and still has the best telephone service, in the world. when you consider back then with the mkrers and l ofherustting that was going on, this almost seemed to run counter to the currents of those times. well, but even then, i want to go b back to something. vail may actually have been right. remember that the only technology then is the wire. how many of them are you going to string? it's very expensive to string it. you're not going to string two down the street. there are economies of scale. and you will end up with one company buying out the other. sc

what's your main concern with the federal communications commission and why don't you think the agency is protecting these public airwaves that we so dearly need to take back oh if there's any degree of frustration with the public trust it really emanates from the f.c.c. the f.c.c. is supposed to be the law enforcement agency here but when i filed the milwaukee wisconsin petitions to deny in a formal complaints about this whole ridiculous issue that by the way in wisconsin they're bragging that they are winning elections because of talk radio i filed this complaint with the f.c.c. and what is the f.c.c. do they say oh oh we never got a complaint from sue wilson and media action center well i'm a little brighter than that ok i do have proof that they received it and i've been meeting with the f.c.c. this week here in washington d.c. to say what up we expect you to be paying attention to these legal petitions to deny here's my question how can we monitor media content without infringing on first amendment rights because these people who are owning these stations in parroting their views

what's your main concern with the federal communications commission and why do you think the agency is protecting these public airwaves that we so dearly need to take back oh if there's any degree of frustration with the public trust it really emanates from the f.c.c. the f.c.c. is supposed to be the law enforcement agency here but when i filed the milwaukee wisconsin petitions to deny in a formal complaint about this whole ridiculous issue that by the way in wisconsin they're bragging that they are winning elections because of talk radio i filed this complaint with the f.c.c. and what is the f.c.c. do they say oh no we never got a complaint from sue wilson and media action center well i'm a little brighter than that ok i do have proof that they received it and i've been meeting with the f.c.c. this week here in washington d.c. to say what up we expect you to be paying attention to these legal petitions to do not here's my question how can we monitor media content without infringing on first amendment rights because these people who are owning these stations in parroting their views on

the federal trade commission had 200,000 robo call complaints a month that's compared to 65,000 in october of 2010. whether this is good news depends who you ask. last month the federal communicationsion strengthened requirements having prior express written consent before issuing automatic calls. the new rules opened up blow back of unnecessary litigation at a time businesses can get all of the then they can get. it will be interesting to see how schumer's proposal is received when he puts it forward. >>> the time is about 10 minutes to the top of the hour. still to come a heartwarming story about a football team that rallied around their water boy. >> rocker john bon jovi, the deal that could make him the owner of a football team. >> he had it in reality that was a disaster. see how this goes. let me tell you what's coming up over the next three hours. they reach a new agreement in iran is it a historic deal or mistake? ambassador here to weigh in live. a store clerk punches out a be roer and loses his job. was he fired for defending himself? we will examine. would you need what you need to to keep yourself safe and flu free. >> a special report hosting bret baier. he's going to

the federal communications commission says it will consider the possibility next month.ot everybody is on board with the idea. john terrett explains. >> the fc banned the use of cell phones in 1991 because of the possibility of blocking transmissions. today the technology is vastly improved, and this can be attached to planes allowing incoming and outgoing calls. here the idea has created somewhat of a backlash to say the least among passengers for whom quiet flights are a chance to doze, read, and catch up on paperwork without being trapped in a seat next to a babbling passenger. >> disrupting. i like my peace. >> most of my travel is work so it's very difficult to unplug so i need to be connected. >> passengers do not want the that. passengers don't want cell phones and i can tell you, flight attendants don't either. >> the fc chairman tom wheeler has said in a chairman that he looks forward to working with his colleagues. the faa and the airline industry, on what he calls this review of mobile phone users for consumers. after the pilkington period is over they could v

. >>> the head of the federal communication commission is coming out against the idea of using cell phones on plane. on thursday, they announced that they would allow passengers to make calls in flight. that triggered a public uproar against the idea. now, the fccchairman, tom wheeler, says he, too, opposes it. >>> and there is a new world chess champion. norway's magnus carlson won the world chess championship on friday. carlson is a chess prodigy, becoming a grand master at 13 years of age. now, the youngest champion, tying darius kasparov. >>> and another meteor lighting up the skies in russia. the huge fireball captured on cameras on thursday. you remember a meteor caused widespread damage to buildings and injuries to people. there were no reports of injuries or damage from this one. >>> and finally, just take a look at this video. posing the question, why did the elk -- actually, a picture not video -- cross the road? no one's sure. but this photo taken by the lakewood police department, in colorado, it crossed safely and legally, waiting at the corner and using the crosswalk, if you

. >> new chairman of the federal communication commission said today that the rules against making cell phone calls on airplanes simply outdated. his comments medley drew howl of protest from flight attend ants and airline officials. fcc chairman tomorrow wheeler says the commission will consider proposal allowing greater in-flight access to mobile broadband next month. flight attendant are worried that planeful of chattering passengers would lead togument faa recently lifted restriction on using most personal electronic did he advises during take off and landings but not for cell phone calls. >> tsa opened new line for its pre-check security express program inside the airport terminal b today. successful applicant pay 85 dollars for 5 year membership. they must first provide fingerprint other personal information and still there is no begin tee that they will be accepted into the program. pre-check let members keep the shoe and jacket on during screening. also have liquid and gel in their carry on bags. >> now to health care -- health scare for one of hollywood leading men. hugh jackma

the fcc, the federal communication commission says maybe you'll be allowed to make voice calls on your cell phone from your airplane seat in the air. the faa, the federal aviation association did approve the use of electronics in the flight but it's the fcc has to say it's okay to call. most airplane passengers by the way do not like the idea. >> jon and laura, i thoft emmy awards for clean energy. i did so last night. i know both of you emcee events, and you want to stay in control at all times, right. run the show. you are in charge. this guy right here, this is a screen shot off of one of the big panels because i had to get far enough away. he is an energy consultant and partner in silicon valley company. he is in the middle of this award ceremony gets down on one knee, turns to a woman in the crowd and i'm thinking to myself what is he doing? but by the way, she said yes. >> wow. >> i'll show you that bit of unexpected award ceremony drama. >> clean air energy romance. >> it's long distance. so i'm not sure. >> somebody's moving. >> that's fine. witnessing love. >> i like when guys

. >>> the federal communications commission just recently said it's safe to use electronics during an entire airplane flight. they are now considering letting people make phone calls. the fcc says it's considering a proposal that would let passengers make phone calls, text and use cellular data during the flight. but not during take-off and landing. if approved, planes would have to be fitted with special antennae in order for phones to work in the air. >>> senate democrats today went nuclear making the biggest change to the senate rules in decades. senate democrats voted to change the number of votes needed to break a filibuster from 60 down to 51, a simple majority. that move strips the minority party's ability to block presidential nominees for everything except the u.s. supreme court. it's called the nuclear option. and for good reason. >> the vote today i think is an indication that a majority of senators believes i believe that enough is enough. >> this was nothing more than a power grab. in order to try to advance the obama administration's regulatory agenda, you know, they jus

the federal communications commission proposed today to let airline passengers make calls and send textsages above 10,000 feet. the f.c.c. votes on the proposal next month. hundreds of activists walked out of u.n. climate talks today over lack of progress. nearly 200 nations are meeting in warsaw, poland, to lay the groundwork for a climate pact in 2015. they've been stymied by disputes over making rich countries pay for losses when poor nations suffer. the meeting ends tomorrow. still ahead on the newshour: sweeping changes in the senate; the u.s. point person with afghanistan; margaret warner in geneva on the iran nuclear talks; and robert macneil and jim lehrer reflect on the kennedy assassination. >> ifill: today's long- threatened senate shakeup will force drastic change on how the chamber does its business and break a growing logjam over the confirmation of the president's judicial nominees. today's 52-48 vote overturned decades of senate precedent. it was opposed by all republican senators and three democrats. the presiding senator, vermont democrat patrick leahy, made it officia

what's your main concern with the federal communications commission and why don't you think the agency is protecting these public airwaves that we so dearly need to take back oh if there's any degree of frustration with the public trust it really emanates from the f.c.c. the f.c.c. is supposed to be the law enforcement agency here but when i filed the milwaukee wisconsin petitions to deny in a formal complaint about this whole ridiculous issue that by the way in wisconsin they're bragging that they are winning elections because of talk radio i filed this complaint with the f.c.c. and what is the f.c.c. to do is say oh oh we never got a complaint from sue wilson and media action center well i'm a little brighter than that ok i do have proof that they received it and i've been meeting with the f.c.c. this week here in washington d.c. to say what up we expect you to be paying attention to these legal petitions to deny here's my question how can we monitor media content without infringing on first amendment rights because these people who are owning these stations in parroting their views

the federal communications commission chairman says the ban on cell phone use on passenger flights isctive, and he's proposing allowing cell phone use above 10,000 feet. the fcc says technology's advanced enough so that cell phone transmissions from the air would no longer interfere with cell towers on the ground, but it's the response from the flying public that's all the buzz. >> it would be a big disruption. people wouldn't respect the ones around them. it could get pretty loud and out of control. >> you might want to talk the entire flight in a loud voice about every single problem you have in your family, blah, blah, blah, blah, right? so i'm afraid it won't work. >> reporter: that potential tension between passengers is also a safety hazard, according to the flight attendants union which is against the idea. they say it's also a security risk. >> we have concerns about the ability for those who might wish to do harm to be able to coordinate during a flight or amongst flights. >> reporter: some passengers say the ability to communicate trumps all. >> there is lots of work that i

he wants the federal communications commission to push cell phone manufacturers to develop technology to close this gap. >> we need the fcc to move forward to make sure those technologies are used, are employed throughout the united states. >> reporter: nathan lee's mission is based on pain and loss. >> it breaks my heart that they're growing up without a mom. >> reporter: lee's mission is guided by the love for his wife and compassion for others. he doesn't want anyone else to go through the hell he's been through. george? >> we wish him luck with that. okay, pierre, thanks very much. >> we certainly do. >>> now, the latest bizarre twist for toronto's mayor, rob ford. he has been zrip strip /* of some of his powers, but his saga just keeps growing and his new tv show is set to launch tonight. abc's linsey davis has the latest. >> reporter: despite all the action on the field, this was the play that caused quite a stir in the stadium. even though the league's commissioner asked him to stay away, embattled toronto mayor, rob ford, showed up at sunday's canadian football league playoff

communications that are made within 60 days of a general election, communication expenditures that must be reported to the federal election commissionunicated to the federal election. the irs commissioner read a statement: >>> look, if there is any part of the first amendment that is sacred above all others, speech above all other speeches, political speech, and this attempt to make rules and define what political speeches is allowed in what window of time i think is is a real attack on the first amendment in principle. here, it is so cynical it's breath-taking. here is the irs obama irs caught with its hand in the cookie jar. 501 c 4s and 3s. instead of looking into it it, investigating it, reporting it, and making people responsible, pay for it. they are now going to change the rules. remember, the implication of their defense while the scandal was underway in being investigated was, well, the rules were unclear. well, they were rather clear in attacking conservative groups there was no lack of clarity here. it was a direct attack on conservatives and deliberately so. so, this is part of the argument that there was a lack of clari

in terms of cell phone calls, for two decades now, the federal communications commission has banned the use of cell phones for calls aboard planes because they do not want the phones trying to connect with towers all across the country and overwhelming each tower as they fly over head, dropping the call, and confusing ground systems. so, what is new is the fcc just announced they are going to consider lifting the ban because there is new technology that, basically, if you put a cell phone tower, a communications tower on each plane, which is how they do wi-fi -- you can search the internet on certain flights, if you pay an extra fee, the cell phone could connect with them tower, not connecting with a ground station, which is presumably the end of the fcc concern, and it does not interfere with the communication from the cockpit, so there should not be a technical reason to prevent it. the fcc will hold a meeting on december 12 to talk about lifting the ban. if they move forward, there would be a public comment period, and then they would take months longer to discuss it among themselves

he wants the federal communications commission to push cell phone manufacturers to develop technologye need the fcc to move forward on making sure those technologies are used, they are employed throughout the united states. >> reporter: nathan lee's mission is based on pain and loss. >> it just breaks my heart. they are growing up without a mom. >> that is fascinating story. >> oh, my gosh. so sad. every time you get a new cell phone there's all of this new stuff. now the new iphone, the finger technology. it seems like something that -- >> you would think the gps would work in every case. it is better in some areas than others. the fcc said in some states and localities, upwards of 2/3 of these 911 calls aren't traceable. >> oh, gosh. unfortunately if somebody is calling and don't know their address or are in a moving car or in a building, which i find is interesting, that disrupts the gps, they have no way of telling the 911 dispatcher where they are and because of the gap 911 has no idea either. when tragedy strikes that is too bad. >>> coming up, the season's hot holiday toys. >>>

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the fcc, the federal communications commission, is considering lifting its ban on cell phone phone callsllow passengers to use their phones once reaching 10,000 feet. while the move will allow passengers to stay connected, some fear that it will also spell the end of peace and quiet on flights. in fact, a petition against the move is already up on the white house's website asking the obama administration to stop the effort. and now even the fcc's chairman is saying that he personally is against lifting the ban. vita shook joins me now. thanks for being with us. >> hi, good to be with you. >> let's get down to the nitty-gritty here. your group came out against this proposal calling it unsafe. how can this affect passenger safety in particular? >> there's multiple examples. but primarily on an everyday basis, what if people don't want someone around them talking loudly on a plane? that can escalate into a potentially volatile situation. my role as a flight attendant is to ensure that we're keeping calm, cool and collected in the air. this is injecting a potential into the aircraft that is

in terms of cell phone calls, for two decades now, the federal communications commission has the usecell phones for calls aboard planes because they do not want the phones trying to connect with towers all across the country and overwhelming each tower as they fly over head, dropping the call, and confusing ground systems. so, what is new is the fcc just announced they are going to consider lifting the ban because there is new technology that, basically, if you put a cell phone tower, a communications tower on each plane, which is how they do wi-fi -- you can search the internet on certain , if you pay an extra fee, the cell phone could connect with them tower, not connecting with a ground station, which is presumably the end of the fcc concern, and it does not interfere with the communication from the cockpit, so there should not be a technical reason to prevent it. the fcc will hold a meeting on december 12 to talk about lifting the ban. if they move forward, there would be a public comment peri od, and then they would take months longer to discuss it among themselves and perhaps l

the acting chair of the federal communications commission is circulating a proposal that would eliminatem being shown when the stadium wasn't sold out. the chair woman said she wonder fs the 40 year old rules are still in the public interest, particularly at a time when high ticket prices are stopping people from attending. >> let's dhek in with rosemary. >> good morning. partly cloudy, around the area. we are seeing again the low clouds move across the bay in to the east bay hugging the coastline. a bit on the west edge of san francisco. for the afternoon today temperatures going to be cooling off. from five to ten degrees and the winds will be increasing. we have a system working across california. not going to bring us any rain but it'll bring the wind. expect breezy conditions later this afternoon. a wind advisory that starts late tonight. i'm talking 11:00 for the north and east bay hills as well as mountains. , it was quite nice yesterday. today not bad but a little breezy. upper 30s to upper 40s. by about nine or so low to mid50s expected and then for lunch upper 50s to low 60s. s

higgins: madam speaker, earlier this week, the federal communications commission chair put forth a proposal to end government support for sports blackouts. this is a welcomed step in the fight to end blackouts once and for all. in my home community of western new york, there's a threat of a blackout for the next two home games. this means that despite overwhelming community support, men spent on merchandise and tax dollars being spent for stadium improvements, buffalo fans will not be able to see their nfl team on television. on tuesday, i introduced the furthering access and networks for sports, orphans act, which would eliminate -- or fans act, which would eliminate these blackouts. senator blumenthal introduced similar legislation in the senate. blackout rules are unfair, outdated and alienate fans. i'll continue to fight until sports teams do the right thing for their fans. i yield back the balance of my time. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman yields back. for what purpose does the gentleman from arizona seek recognition? > i ask unanimous consent to address the house for one minut

accuses the accrediting commission for community and junior colleges of violating federal violations in its review of ccsf. at a forum this afternoon, federal and state legislators also took aim at that accrediting commission. >> the privacy agency which has no oversight. it operates in secret. what we are hoping will happen is that the department of education will revoke its license. its ability to function as an agency that accredits community colleges. >> the accrediting commission is not commenting this lawsuit, but it has said two previous lawsuits challenging its decision to revoke ccsf's accreditation are without merit. >>> they are blamed for an increased risk of heart disease and stroke. and today, the fda announced plans to reclassify partially highdrogi interstated oils or trans-- hydrogenated oils or transfats, eliminating them from our food supply. nick smith with the story now from oakland. >>> you know, you just roast it. >> reporter: diane harmon has no need for anyone premade. this conscientious shopper was pleased to learn the food and drug administration proposed a

accuses the accrediting commission for community and junior colleges of violating federal violations its review of ccsf. at a forum this afternoon, federal and state legislators also took aim at that accrediting commission. >> the privacy agency which has no oversight. it operates in secret. what we are hoping will happen is that the department of education will revoke its license. its ability to function as an agency that accredits community colleges. >> the accrediting commission is not commenting this lawsuit, but it has said two previous lawsuits challenging its decision to revoke ccsf's accreditation are without merit. >>> they are blamed for an increased risk of heart disease and stroke. and today, the fda announced plans to reclassify partially highdrogi interstated oils or trans-- hydrogenated oils or transfats, eliminating them from our food supply. nick smith with the story now from oakland. >>> you know, you just roast it. >> reporter: diane harmon has no need for anyone premade. this conscientious shopper was pleased to learn the food and drug administration proposed a me