FCC Gets Boston Pirate To Pay Up In 20-Year Settlement Deal
The FCC has reached a settlement with a Boston-area pirate radio operator for multiple unauthorized FM stations, undercutting claims from some critics that current Commission enforcement actions against unlicensed broadcasters lack teeth.
NABLF Celebrates 2025 Broadcast Leadership Training Graduates
As the organization celebrates 25 years of helping senior-level broadcasters acquire the critical knowledge and skills needed to lead effective teams and operate successful stations, the NAB Leadership Foundation’s Broadcast Leadership Training announced its 2025 class.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: Block Party
(Paige Nienaber) One of my favorite PDs just joined a really large station and has vowed, “As God is my witness, I’m going to do away with boring ‘roll the touchtones’ contesting.” This, from Laura Daniels in Buffalo, would be different: "Caller 10 Wins... Maybe"
The Great Industry Switch: What Clients Need to Know
(Chris Stonick) Earlier this year, LinkedIn released a survey that turned a lot of heads. Despite economic uncertainty, 56% of Americans are considering changing industries in 2025 - a finding that is counterintuitive to normal thinking when there's economic uncertainty.
Denver’s 104.3 The Fan Named New Flagship for CSU Football
Bonneville International, Colorado State University Athletics, and Learfield’s Rams Sports Properties have finalized a new broadcast partnership naming Denver's 104.3 The Fan (KKFN) as the flagship home of Colorado State Rams football for the 2025 season.
KMOX Extends Radio Partnership With St. Louis Cardinals
Audacy has announced a multi-year renewal of its broadcast agreement with the St. Louis Cardinals, ensuring that KMOX will remain the AM and FM flagship station for Cardinals baseball, continuing a near-century-long relationship between the team and the station.
‘The Encouragers’ Rally for Q3 With Dual Market Managers
A new quarter brings fresh opportunity and a fresh sales-focused conversation for Q3 from The Encouragers: The Radio Rally podcast, hosted by CD Media Consulting’s Chris Fleming and Rainmaker Pathway Consulting Works’ Loyd Ford.
Radio Steps Up During Texas Floods With Relief and Information
As deadly floods swept Texas Hill Country, radio pivoted from July 4th celebration to crisis response. Cox Media Group San Antonio Market Manager Mark Shecterle talked with Radio Ink about how local broadcasters rose to support impacted communities.
With Deadline Near, Senate Still Uncertain On CPB Rescissions
After advancing President Trump’s budget bill, Congress only has days to decide on a $1.1 billion clawback of previously approved funding for public broadcasting. The Senate could vote on the measure as early as next week, though the outcome is anything but certain.
Guthrie Vows to Revive AI Law Freeze Despite Senate Rejection
Despite a resounding defeat in the Senate, House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Brett Guthrie (R-KY) says he is not giving up efforts to prevent states from independently regulating artificial intelligence while Congress develops a federal framework.
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