Bipartisan Support for AM Radio Act Tops Two-Thirds of US House
The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act has hit its highest level of support yet, surpassing the two-thirds threshold in the US House of Representatives with 296 cosponsors. The legislation now outpaces support from the 118th Congress, which drew 270 sponsors.
Zimmer Sets ‘The Stage’ For More Country Music In Springfield
Zimmer Midwest Communications has launched a new modern Country outlet in the Springfield, MO market on KZMO. Licensed to Fair Grove, 93.7 The Stage replaces the signal's previous simulcast of Zimmer's ESPN-affiliated 96.9 The Jock (KBFL-AM).
WFAN Brings Jomboy’s Yankees Talk to NYC Radio
For the first time, Jomboy Media is bringing the brand's digital sports content to radio. Audacy’s WFAN in New York City announced a partnership with Jomboy for a weekly show, Talkin’ Yanks, highlighting Yankee coverage next to league-wide content.
Power 102.9 FM Supports 32 Massachusetts Families After Fire
Costa-Eagle Radio Ventures' Power 102.9 (WNNW) presented a check to the City of Lawrence, MA, supporting 32 families affected by a recent fire. Nearly $10,000 was raised during a radiothon, with donations from listeners and the community.
Utah Governor Confirms Arrest in Charlie Kirk Assassination
The federal and Utah state authorities have arrested the man they believe shot and killed Conservative activist and Salem Media host Charlie Kirk on Wednesday. According to court documents, the suspect is being held without bail at the Utah County Jail.
Jed The Fish, Amos Brown Among 2025 Radio Hall Legends
The Museum of Broadcast Communications has announced the 2025 Legends inductees into the Radio Hall of Fame. The honor recognizes on-air personalities, programmers, and executives who made lasting contributions to radio and have since passed away.
The Fragility of Life
(Mike McVay) The tragic assassination of Salem Media’s Charlie Kirk heightens the awareness we all should have about the fragility of life. The shockwaves that a media figure was struck down while doing his job are great and continue to reverberate.
Radio’s Best Managers Reflect on What Keeps Them Inspired
In an industry often consumed by ratings and revenue, the real reminders of why we love this business come in the moments that matter most. Promoting artists, rallying a community, and standing strong in the face of crisis: these experiences are radio's heart.
Pick Up The Phone: Turn Listeners Into Co-Creators
(Randy Lane) Radio hosts have pulled back from live calls in recent years, mostly because of texting and social media posting. Reading listener comments is good for engagement, but it’s not the best way to connect.
Audacy Restructures Philadelphia HQ In Office Reduction
Audacy is scaling back its presence at its Philadelphia corporate headquarters, splitting up space at its 2400 Market Street offices for subleasing. The broadcaster relocated to the building in 2019, moving about six miles from its past base in Bala Cynwyd.
Connoisseur Unifies Connecticut and Long Island Sales Leadership
Connoisseur Media continues to restructure its heritage properties in Connecticut and Long Island after completing its acquisition of Alpha Media. The latest round of changes consolidates sales leadership, following changes and additions to programming.
Colorado Public Radio’s Morning Edition Voice Retires
Colorado Public Radio's Morning Edition host Mike Lamp has retired, ending a 44-year broadcast career in commercial and public radio and television. Starting in Country radio doing overnights in Flagstaff, he would move to KNAU before joining CPR in spring 2000.
‘Beyond the Beltway’ Creator Bruce DuMont Dead At 81
Bruce DuMont, known as the host of Beyond the Beltway and founder of Chicago’s Museum of Broadcast Communications, has died. DuMont’s career spanned talk and investigative radio at WGN-AM, WLTD, and WBEZ, and award-winning television work.
Zeno Plus Debuts AI On-Air Talent for Radio By Subscription
Zeno Media is introducing a monthly subscription service for radio stations that includes access to AI on-air talent. The addition is provided in the new Zeno Plus toolkit, which is centered around a "Podcast Bot" that assists with content creation.
Apple Music Radio Goes Cross-Platform With Global TuneIn Deal
Listeners outside the Apple ecosystem now have access to Apple’s live radio stations, thanks to a new distribution partnership with TuneIn. It marks the first time Apple’s commercial-free, 24/7 music stations are streaming on a third-party platform.
Nielsen: Podcast Ads Boost Brand Metrics Across Verticals
As podcasting enjoys growing mainstream success, new data from Nielsen is showing that podcast ads aren’t just background noise. The 2025 Podcasting Today report shows how effective podcast advertising has become across industries, platforms, and demographics.
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