FCC Steps Up Pirate Radio Fight as SCOTUS Review Looms
Even as its enforcement authority faces legal uncertainty, the FCC's crackdown on pirate radio is not letting up. In its sixth annual report to Congress under the PIRATE Act, the Commission outlines another year of stepped-up action against unlicensed broadcasters.
When the Weather Turns Bad
Millions have been impacted by the winter storm that moved across the Mountains, Midwest, Southeast and Northeast this past weekend. The large amounts of...
5 Interview Questions Every Radio Manager Should Be Asking
(John Shomby) Most radio job interviews sound like a rerun: "Tell me about yourself." "What are your strengths?" "What’s your greatest accomplishment?" But if you’re trying to find the right fit in today’s radio business, the same old questions won’t get you there.
Morgan Murphy Media Rolls Out New Multimedia Brand Identity
Morgan Murphy Media has introduced the first major brand refresh in several decades, unveiling a new logo that the company says reflects its expansion from its print origins into a multi-platform media operation spanning radio, television, and digital.
Public Broadcasting Cuts Becoming Midterm Campaign Issue
With the 2026 midterms approaching, the decision to rescind federal funding for public radio is shaping up as a potential political liability for Republicans. The cut is now colliding directly with a competitive US Senate race, and could be expanding to more states soon.
Audio Emerges as Performance Layer in Digital-First Ad Strategies
As advertisers reevaluate digital-first media plans and delivered returns, new research is sharpening the case for audio as a measurable performance driver when integrated into broader digital campaigns, with gains tied to conversion, awareness, and reach.
Doesn’t Phoenix Sound Nice Right Now?
If you’re staring out at snow and ice right now, consider Radio Ink’s 2026 Hispanic Radio Conference your chance to soak up some desert sunshine at the luxurious Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort, and it will be here before you know it.
Organizing Priorities for Local Radio Sales Success in 2026
(Loyd Ford) In 2026, successful local radio sales reps win not by doing more, but by organizing what matters most. Today’s rep faces fragmented attention, smarter advertisers, and constant digital noise. Clarity is your advantage. The first priority is...
Why Broadcast Belongs in Every Digital Strategy
(Marc Greenspan) In an age where digital dominates marketing budgets, advertisers sometimes overlook one of their most powerful strategic allies: broadcast media. If your clients have shifted their budgets entirely online, it’s time to revisit why integrating broadcast is the smarter play.
US House Approves NGWS Funding for Public Radio in FY 2026
While Congress unsurprisingly continues to withhold Corporation for Public Broadcasting funding at the behest of the White House, lawmakers are still allowing some federal dollars to flow toward public radio and television for its continued role in public safety.
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