Salem Media Sells CCM Portfolio, Cuts ‘Fish’ Format in $80M Deal
Salem Media Group has announced the $80 million sale of its remaining Contemporary Christian Music stations as part of a series of major financial and strategic transactions. The move brings the end of the broadcaster's CCM format, commonly recognized under the "Fish" moniker.
News Avoidance Hits Radio as Advertisers Navigate Risks
In the wake of the 2024 elections, radio news outlets are already worried about audience erosion - but a new study reveals that two areas of news coverage, in particular, could lead to active avoidance from a majority of Americans in the days ahead.
Audacy Files to Close Final Remaining Chapter 11 Case
Audacy has reached the final stage of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy process, filing a motion with the US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas to officially close its last remaining case, involving Audacy Texas, LLC.
Cumulus Media Faces Nasdaq Delisting Risk Over Stock Price
Cumulus Media is the latest major radio broadcaster to run afoul of Nasdaq listing qualifications and be at risk of being delisted from the stock market. The company revealed it received a letter from Nasdaq on December 16 regarding non-compliance.
Radio Ink Talks Audio’s 2025 With AMA CEO Paul Kelly
Will 2025 be the year when radio's localism wins the hearts of advertisers? Will geo-targeting bring new life to local revenue? With so many questions about the new year across the industry, Radio Ink took the conversation to audio ad agency AMA's new CEO Paul Kelly.
Efforts to Protect AM Radio Stall as 118th Congress Nears End
After months of advocacy from broadcasters, legislators, and the public, the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act has failed to gain inclusion in the final major legislation of the 118th Congress, the Continuing Resolution aimed at averting a government shutdown.
HRA Report: Brands Must Prioritize Radio for Hispanic Reach
The Hispanic Radio Alliance, with Nielsen, has released its first major report in support of the power of Spanish-language radio in the US. "Tuning In to Hispanic Audiences" highlights audio as a cornerstone for brands to connect with the influential Hispanic market.
Local Ad Buyers Tell Radio’s Strengths and Weaknesses for 2025
The latest Local Ad Buyers Survey from Borrell Associates highlights a pivotal moment for radio in the advertising landscape. While radio scraps with other media for revenue, it has some of the highest-regarded sellers in the sphere - with one glaring caveat.
National Urban League: AM Radio is a ‘Voice for Black America’
The list of AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act supporters grows with each passing day in the eleventh hour of the 118th Congress. The National Urban League has called on House and Senate leaders to pass the legislation on behalf of African-American communities.
GroupM Forecast: Digital Audio Up, AM/FM Flat For 2025
While global advertising investments reached a record $1 trillion in 2024, driven by digital and retail media growth, GroupM’s End-of-Year Global Advertising Forecast expects traditional audio platforms to face challenges in the coming year.
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