With a broad boost from U.S. Reps. Anna G. Eshoo and Jackie Speier (D-Palo Alto, Hillsborough), a large coalition of Western cities and counties are waging a legal showdown with a shuttered federal government in the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals over control of 5G wireless installations. Eshoo's bill, H.R. 530 -- called the Accelerating Wireless Broadband Development by Empowering Local Communities Act of 2019, "essentially resets the clock on the FCC's new rules by erasing what the federal government has implemented in the under-the-wire maneuver." Eshoo noted "5G is essential for our country's communications network and economy, but it must be deployed responsibly and equitably."
Parks: Average U.S. Internet Home Had 17 Connected Devices in 2023
The average U.S. household with internet access had 17 connected devices in 2023, according to new data released Jan. 10 at CES 2024 in Las Vegas by Parks Associates. Among connected U.S. internet households, 66% have a smart TV, 42% have at least one smart home device, 31% have a...
City of Cullman looks to boost wireless network
The city of Cullman approved a franchise agreement with Crown Castle Thursday, Jan. 4, which would allow the company to develop a fiber network of small cells throughout the city.
The 2023 Responsible 100
Crown Castle External Affairs Manager, Ashley Greenspan, was honored as a member of the City & State Responsible 100 for her contributions to the community, highlighting her work to expand wireless broadband access in addition to her leadership of Crown Castle's Connected by Good initiative.&n...
Revolutionizing 5G: Dish Network Embraces Small Cells
Crown Castle's small cell deployment plans were highlighted in light of reports of small cell utilization gaining traction in the market to improve coverage capacity and overall network performance for major carriers.
Westfair Business Journals Honors Women Innovators
A Crown Castle teammate was named a 2023 Women Innovator by the Westfair Business Journals. Awardees came from a diverse range of professions and reflect those who have gained prominence for leadership and creativity in their respective fields.
Telecom Needs More Spectrum, Clear Permitting Policies, Industry Execs Say
Crown Castle's wireless infrastructure was highlighted at the WIA Digital Infrastructure and Investment Conference by the WIA President and CEO.