Report: Cox Media Group Owner Exploring $4B Sale
As the FCC mulls over the deregulation of ownership caps, Cox Media Group could be one of the first major players to shift hands in a new wave of consolidation. The owner of America's seventh-highest revenue radio company is reportedly exploring a sale.
Cumulus Media’s Savannah Cluster Tops $113K for St. Jude
Three Cumulus Media Savannah stations were the latest to participate in radio's annual St. Jude Radiothon on March 6 and 7, raising a total of $113,501 to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis.
AM Radio and TikTok Pop Up In Circuit Court Fight Over FCC Caps
While the NAB and several broadcast groups challenged the FCC's 2018 Quadrennial Review in the Eighth Circuit with oral arguments against current ownership caps, an unexpected topic made an appearance: the fight to save AM radio.
European Persuasion: How US Radio Can Go Beyond
(Buzz Knight) “Differentiate or Die” is a mantra of my friend and Australia-based Radio Consultant extraordinaire Phil Dowse - one of the great European media minds. I spoke with Phil to find out what’s going on with many of his clients in Europe.
Inside Bob Rivers’ Creative Genius: The Stories Behind an Icon
(By Randy Lane) Radio lost one of its most creative and inspiring personalities this past week. Bob Rivers and I began working together in the early 2000s at KZOK Seattle, and I spoke with several industry notables who shared memories and stories.
Blast From The Past: 99-Rock ‘Electric Brunch,’ New Haven
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past comes from Scott Thompson featuring New Haven's 99-Rock. Send your Blast From The Past to Editor-in-Chief Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured.
Broadcasters Caucus Returns in Congress to Support Local Media
A bipartisan group of lawmakers with previous experience in radio and television has reestablished the Broadcasters Caucus in the 119th Congress, aiming to educate members of Congress on the challenges facing local broadcast outlets and operators.
Beasley Sees Q4 Gains, But Layoffs and Refinancing Take a Toll
Beasley Media Group CEO Caroline Beasley described 2024 as a "pivotal year" for the broadcaster, emphasizing efforts to streamline and strengthen its financial position as a modest Q4 revenue increase helped offset refinancing and restructuring costs.
Delilah to Receive LABF Insight Award at NAB Show 2025
Syndicated personality Delilah will be honored for her five-decade tenure in radio with the fourth annual Insight Award from the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation during the NAB Show Welcome on April 7 in Las Vegas.
Radio Leads M&A Activity As Total Deal Values Hit Six-Month Low
Despite a six-month low in overall media and telecom transaction value, radio emerged as a bright spot in February, driving six of the ten largest deals in North America according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.
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