Radio Most Resilient Traditional Local News Source, Pew Finds
More than half of American adults still turn to AM/FM for local news, according to new Pew Research Center data published as part of the Pew-Knight Initiative, in a seven-year decline so small it separates broadcast radio from every other legacy platform measured.
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Tech Drives Entravision Surge as Radio Segment Loses Ground
Entravision Communications posted a 114% consolidated revenue jump in Q1 2026, but the number that drove it had nothing to do with broadcasting. The earnings report comes as the Spanish-language broadcaster continues restructuring in its Media division.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: Memorial Day Memories
(Paige Nienaber) This week's Dumpage is all about our traditional three-day start to the summer. Both Canada's Victoria Day and the US's Memorial Day weekends are great for promotions, as many will be off work and outside enjoying the weather. Here's how to make it count.
When Digital’s Trackability Breaks Down, Radio Has an Opening
(Josh Brown) I came up in digital, and here's the dirty secret: if you truly understand it, it’s not nearly as trackable as it’s sold to be. Yet still, radio sellers fight against the prevailing narrative when talking with clients. That's what made a recent experience with a top client so special.
2026 Radio Mercury Awards Finalists Revealed by RAB
The RAB has announced finalists for the 2026 Radio Mercury Awards, with Audacy and iHeartMedia leading the pack among radio entrants ahead of the June 3 ceremony at SONY Hall in New York City, hosted by iHeartMedia personality Angela Yee.
Magellan AI: Podcast Advertisers Are Buying Blind In 2026
As Magellan AI expands to measure radio along with podcasts, new data from the company suggests that buying strategies for the latter are woefully behind, leaving advertisers exposed to gaps in attribution and audience intelligence that promo codes can't fix.
NEW 102.7 Diaper Drive Triples Goal for NYC Parents In Need
A New York City morning show diaper drive at Audacy's NEW 102.7 (WNEW) blew past its original goal by a factor of three. Hosted by Karen Carson in the Morning, the "NEW Daddy Diaper Drive" collected more than 30,000 diapers for local non-profit Little Essentials.
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WNBA’s Indiana Fever Debuts Radio Network With WOWO Start
Northeast Indiana now has a radio home for Indiana Fever basketball. Federated Media's News-Talk 92.3 WOWO has finalized a broadcast deal with the Fever, carrying all 44 regular season games plus postseason coverage under the newly formed Fever Radio Network.
Townsquare Ignite Lights Up Broadway With Latest Digital Pact
Townsquare Media's digital advertising division has another new partner in the Mountain West. Broadway Media, a Salt Lake City-based operator of seven radio stations and a regional outdoor advertising network, has signed on with Townsquare Ignite.
Liberman & Sang Lead Hispanic Radio Conference Pivot Session
Zach Sang started doing radio at 14 and built one of the most-followed interview platforms in digital media. At Radio Ink's Hispanic Radio Conference 2026, MLC Media Senior Advisor Jeffery Liberman breaks that story down to give every broadcaster in the room a roadmap.
Philadelphia’s 92.5 XTU Personality Mark Razz to Retire
After 26 years in Philadelphia radio, Mark Razz is stepping away from the microphone. The midday host and Program Director at Beasley Media Group's 92.5 XTU (WXTU) will retire May 22, closing out a run that also included Afternoon Drive at WMMR.
KS95 Keeps Eagan, Makes Minneapolis Role Official
Chris Eagan is expanding his reach across Hubbard Radio's Midwest footprint. The VP Brand & Content for Chicago's 101.9 The Mix (WTMX) and Throwback 100.3 (WTBC) will take on Hot AC KS95 (KSTP) in Minneapolis-St. Paul, after serving in an interim capacity.
New York Public Radio Adds Three to Senior Leadership Team
New York Public Radio's next chapter is taking shape at the top. President and CEO Christy Tanner has appointed Ru Sharma as Chief People Officer, Emily Christner as Chief Growth and Engagement Officer, and Patti Cohen as SVP of Analytics, Insights, and Research.
Zeno Media Extends WKU Student Radio’s Digital Reach
Western Kentucky University's student radio station is expanding its digital footprint with Zeno Media. The deal extends the reach of Revolution 91.7 (WWHR) across mobile, web, and connected devices beyond its South Central Kentucky broadcast footprint.
NextKast Aligns With Optimized Media Group for Installs
NextKast has a new implementation partner. The radio automation and music scheduling platform has teamed up with broadcast consulting and engineering firm Optimized Media Group to offer broadcasters turnkey installation, configuration, and deployment services.
Libsyn Drops the Velvet Rope on Video Podcasting
Podcast hosting platform Libsyn has opened video publishing to its entire creator base with no waitlist or tier restrictions. All Libsyn creators can publish, distribute, and monetize both audio and video content, including Spotify and YouTube, from a single platform.
