One Year Later: Meruelo Media Reflects On the LA Wildfires
A year after the catastrophic wildfires reshaped daily life across Los Angeles, radio’s emergency role continues to shape how broadcasters prepare, respond, and serve. For Meruelo Media, the lessons learned now guide long-term strategy across Cali 93.9, Power 106, KDAY, and KLOS.
Ownership Caps, Public Interest Collide in FCC Oversight Hearing
Deregulation, broadcast ownership limits, public interest authority defined a contentious US House Energy & Commerce Committee oversight hearing on the FCC, with lawmakers sharply divided over how radio should be regulated as it competes with digital platforms.
Audacy Chicago Bringing The Score to FM With 104.3 Launch
For the first time in its history, Chicago's 670 The Score (WSCR-AM) will be getting its own FM signal as Audacy sets up 104.3 The Score. The launch extends the reach of The Score’s flagship content, including Chicago Cubs and Bulls broadcasts, starting February 2.
AWMF Gives Media Makers an Extra Week to Enter 2026 Gracies
The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation has added a grace period in the call for entries for the 51st Annual Gracie Awards, honoring women who are redefining storytelling across radio, television, streaming, and digital media.
Not This Year – And Here’s Why
For decades, CES has been a must-attend event for broadcasters. But this year, I stayed home. And while the show may be over, my reasons for not going transcend a four-day show, they revolve around critical issues broadcasters need to keep in mind.
Congress Moving Toward 6.6% Budget Increase For FCC
The FCC is due to get everything it asked for in fiscal year 2026 under a new bipartisan appropriations deal. Congress approved $416.1 million in spending authority for the agency, locking in its move toward a leaner, technology-driven compliance model.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: February Fever
(Paige Nienaber) The first couple of weeks of February are back-to-back promotional opportunities with Super Bowl on the 8th, Valentine's on the 13th, and Mardi Gras on the 17th. That’s a whole lotta fun crammed into a short period of time.
Radio’s Pricing Problem Runs Deeper
(Josh Brown) The reality is this: it’s no longer 1997, and small businesses know it. Today, a local business can spend fifty dollars boosting a Facebook post and see something tangible almost immediately. Reach, engagement, messages, clicks - in short, proof.
Call for Entries Officially Opens for 2026 Radio Mercury Awards
The 2026 Radio Mercury Awards are officially open for entries, inviting radio and audio creatives at the professional and student levels to compete in 17 categories, plus Best of Show, as the industry’s top competition for advertising excellence marks its 35th year.
Wisconsin Public Radio Stations Form Statewide News Alliance
As public radio navigates its way through the loss of federal funding, Milwaukee’s NPR (WUWM), Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR), and Rhinelander's WXPR have formed a new statewide partnership to expand public service journalism across Wisconsin.
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NAFB Names Cindy Cunningham Industry Engagement Director
The National Association of Farm Broadcasting has named Cindy Cunningham the Industry Engagement Director. In this role, Cunningham focuses on partner relations, collaboration initiatives, and managing association events, including Washington Watch and their annual convention.
Salem Media Adds Cassidy to Senior Leadership Team As VP
Salem Media Group has elevated Carolyn Cassidy to the company’s Senior Leadership Team, with a promotion to Vice President & Regional General Manager. Cassidy will continue to oversee four Salem markets while contributing to strategic broadcast initiatives.
HEH Operations Manager Bryan Reeder Steps Into GM Role
After a decade with the company, HEH Communications has promoted Bryan Reeder to General Manager of its Southeast Texas radio stations. Reeder joined HEH Communications in 2015 as Operations Manager for stations serving Huntsville, Willis, and Conroe, TX.
Radio Customs Enters The Syndication Game With Bubba
Radio Customs is expanding into radio syndication and national ad sales through a new partnership with Jeff Weber Media Group. The move includes new affiliate representation and monetization for Bubba the Love Sponge and sports talk duo Miller & Moulton.
NHPR Selects The Podglomerate as Podcast Sales Partner
New Hampshire Public Radio has entered an exclusive podcast sales partnership with The Podglomerate. The agreement names The Podglomerate as the sales representative for podcasts produced by NHPR, focusing on revenue across the podcast inventory.
Audacy Names Podscribe Preferred Measurement Partner
Audacy has named Podscribe as a preferred measurement partner, growing attribution across its digital portfolio in support of the company’s evolving, data-forward strategy, offering visibility into campaign performance across podcasting, connected TV, and display.
