FCC Targets TV Stations Ending Analog - washingtonpost.com

Wednesday night, the FCC said that it would not allow 123 stations to switch next week, saying it was worried that in some markets all the major commercial stations or network affiliates were planning on turning off analog signals. Consumers who aren't yet prepared or are still waiting for coupons to purchase converter boxes needed to receive digital signals on analog televisions would lose access to important public safety information and local news alerts. Washington area stations have said they intend to keep analog signals on the air until June.

FCC Targets TV Stations Ending Analog - washingtonpost.com