FCC Investigating Audacy AM for Airing ICE Agents’ Locations
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has launched an investigation into Audacy San Francisco's KCBS-AM after the station broadcast the locations of undercover Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents during deportation operations in the San Jose area.
Columbus Radio Gets New Home for Cincinnati Reds Baseball
Tegna's 97.1 The Fan (WBNS-FM) in Columbus, OH, is the newest affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds Radio Network. Beginning with the 2025 MLB season, fans can hear live game broadcasts, pre-and post-game coverage, and exclusive team content on the signal.
Musk Calls To Defund NPR; DOGE To Investigate Bias Claims
"Defund NPR. It should survive on its own," is the call from Tesla CEO and Department of Government Efficiency leader Elon Musk as the House Subcommittee on DOGE requests the presence of NPR CEO Katherine Maher on Capitol Hill over claims of biased news coverage.
Madison and Wall: Why Radio Must Adapt to AI-Driven Advertising
The rapid evolution of AI is transforming not just content creation but also the way advertisers approach engagement, budgets, and overall marketing strategy. A new analysis shows that treading water is no longer enough - it's sink or swim for radio.
Leaders in Focus: Liz Alesse, ABC Audio
With hours left to nominate the 2025 Top 20 Leaders in Radio, Radio Ink finishes our series of catching up with some of last year’s honorees. Today, we talk to ABC Audio Vice President Liz Alesse about the role of news radio and the road to leadership.
When the News Can’t Be Ignored: How To Cover Tragedy
(By Randy Lane) Massive news stories are always a dilemma for music station shows since many people listen to them to escape the news. This past week, some shows avoided the DC plane crash story, while others were unsure how much and how often to discuss it.
2025 Radio Mercury Awards Names Final Round Judges
The 2025 Radio Mercury Awards has unveiled its final round jury, featuring a panel of top advertising and creative professionals. Led by Chief Judge Chad Broude of Highdive Advertising, the final round jury will select winners across 19 categories.
Katz Media Group to Receive 2025 BFOA Lombardo Spirit Award
The Broadcasters Foundation of America has named Katz Media Group as the recipient of the 2025 Philip J. Lombardo Spirit Award, recognizing the company’s longstanding commitment to supporting broadcasters in need.
NAB Announces 50 Finalists for 2025 Crystal Radio Awards
The National Association of Broadcasters has revealed the 50 finalists for the 2025 NAB Crystal Radio Awards, which honor community service. Additionally, NAB will present Hubbard Broadcasting’s WJJY with the prestigious Crystal Heritage Award.
Nielsen & Edison: News/Talk, Adult Contemporary Ruled Q4 Radio
New data from Nielsen and Edison Research's The Record highlights the continued strength of audio in the US media landscape, with nearly 20% of daily media consumption dedicated to audio content in the fourth quarter of 2024, with radio at the forefront.
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