FCC Wants $16k Fine, Loss of FM Translator For One Georgia AM
The Federal Communications Commission is taking a coastal Georgia AM station's FM translator and slapping the operator with a $16,200 fine for myriad violations, including unauthorized operation and modification, dead air, and unauthorized transfer of control.
Meet One Of Radio’s African American Future Leaders: J. Love
Radio Ink's March issue came out earlier this week and features a tribute to New York's WBLS, now celebrating its 50th anniversary, along with our 12th annual African American Future Leaders list, including Audacy Brand Manager/Music Director J. Love.
MusicWatch: AM/FM Made Impressive Gain In 2023 Driven By Auto
MusicWatch has unveiled the 22nd edition of its Annual US Music Study, providing an in-depth analysis of the music purchasing and listening landscape across the United States, highlighting exciting news for radio's enduring popularity, even in the face of streaming.
Who Is AM Hurting?
(By Cameron Coats) As the anniversary of the AM For Every Vehicle Act’s introduction approaches, I’ve begun to miss the excitement and camaraderie of those first few weeks. When the radio industry needed unity, we found a rallying point in AM.
Radio Ink At SXSW Thursday: How Will AI Deliver The News?
(By Charese Fruge') Hello again from Austin! After my less-than-stellar break into AI song production on Day 1 of Radio Ink's SXSW coverage, Thursday seemed like a great time to attend some industry mentoring sessions.
Academy Reveals 2024 ACM Radio Awards Finalists
The Academy of Country Music has unveiled the nominees for the ACM Radio Awards as part of the upcoming 59th Academy of Country Music Awards. The winners will be announced before the awards ceremony and honored during the ACM Awards week.
One Longtime Broadcaster Is Trying To Save A Small Texas AM
50-year radio veteran Fred Morton is spearheading an effort to revive a cherished AM in a small Texas town. Lamesa's KPET-AM went off the air in July following the unexpected death of its owner and operator, David Stewart, after 76 years of broadcasting.
Oregon Public Broadcasting Votes To Unionize Under SAG-AFTRA
Journalists and content creators from Oregon Public Broadcasting and KMHD Jazz Radio have announced their intention to unionize under SAG-AFTRA, with more 80% of staff members signing the petition as OPB and KMHD both experience considerable growth.
Blast From The Past: WIBA, 1953
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past comes from Shawn Prebil's dig through the archives at WIBA in Madison, WI. Send your Blast From The Past by email for your chance to be featured.
In the Heart of Iowa, Cumulus Raises $78k for St Jude
Cumulus Media Des Moines' Nash FM 97.3 (KHKI) and 95 KGGO, hosted their annual Music Gives to St. Jude Kids Radiothon, raising more than $78,000. The money was raised over two days with the help of community leaders and the stations' listeners.
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The $250 Question: Inflation and Contesting
