Ownership Caps, Public Interest Collide in FCC Oversight Hearing
Deregulation, broadcast ownership limits, and public interest authority defined a contentious US House Energy & Commerce Committee oversight hearing on the FCC, with lawmakers sharply divided over how radio should be regulated as it competes with digital platforms.
Audacy Chicago Bringing The Score to FM With 104.3 Launch
For the first time in its history, Chicago's 670 The Score (WSCR-AM) will be getting its own FM signal as Audacy sets up 104.3 The Score. The launch extends the reach of The Score’s flagship content, including Chicago Cubs and Bulls broadcasts, starting February 2.
One Year Later: Meruelo Media Reflects On the LA Wildfires
A year after the catastrophic wildfires reshaped daily life across Los Angeles, radio’s emergency role continues to shape how broadcasters prepare, respond, and serve. For Meruelo Media, the lessons learned now guide long-term strategy across Cali 93.9, Power 106, KDAY, and KLOS.
Not This Year – And Here’s Why
For decades, CES has been a must-attend event for broadcasters. But this year, I stayed home. And while the show may be over, my reasons for not going transcend a four-day show, they revolve around critical issues broadcasters need to keep in mind.
Congress Moving Toward 6.6% Budget Increase For FCC
The FCC is due to get everything it asked for in fiscal year 2026 under a new bipartisan appropriations deal. Congress approved $416.1 million in spending authority for the agency, locking in its move toward a leaner, technology-driven compliance model.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: February Fever
(Paige Nienaber) The first couple of weeks of February are back-to-back promotional opportunities with Super Bowl on the 8th, Valentine's on the 13th, and Mardi Gras on the 17th. That’s a whole lotta fun crammed into a short period of time.
Radio’s Pricing Problem Runs Deeper
(Josh Brown) The reality is this: it’s no longer 1997, and small businesses know it. Today, a local business can spend fifty dollars boosting a Facebook post and see something tangible almost immediately. Reach, engagement, messages, clicks - in short, proof.
Wisconsin Public Radio Stations Form Statewide News Alliance
As public radio navigates its way through the loss of federal funding, Milwaukee’s NPR (WUWM), Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR), and Rhinelander's WXPR have formed a new statewide partnership to expand public service journalism across Wisconsin.
Salem Media Renews Triton Digital Deal With YouTube In Mind
Triton Digital has renewed its partnership with Salem Media Group. The new agreement deepens Salem’s use of Triton’s Streaming and Podcast Services through Omny Studio, while adding new analytics tools to support Salem’s growing digital portfolio.
Nielsen: Hispanic Audiences Remain Hugely Loyal to AM/FM Radio
Despite the rapid growth of streaming audio, AM/FM radio continues to serve as the most consistent and widely used medium for Hispanic audiences in the US. According to new data, 93% of Hispanic adults tune in each month, outreaching all other audio platforms.















