Mega Moves to 99.3 as Sunny 104.3 Lights Up in Phoenix
Sierra H Multimedia is adding a third station in Phoenix, with the rise of Sunny 104.3 (KAJM). With the debut of the Soft Adult Contemporary-formatted station, Mega 104.3 is relocating to 99.3 FM while keeping its existing programming and on-air lineup.
The Art of the Sticky Guest
(Randy Lane) Guest segments, even with big stars, often tank in PPM. They can slow the pace and feel promotional. And the second, the conversation drifts into industry talk, listeners bail. But guest interviews don’t have to take a hit. They can be sticky, too.
SiriusXM Targets $1.25 Billion Debt Extension From 2026 to 2032
While debt swaps continue to be an inevitability for many terrestrial radio operators, SiriusXM is attempting to push a major repayment obligation of its own six years down the road via one of the largest single debt management moves in recent radio industry history.
CMB Seeks Nominations for 2026 Christian Radio Mentoring Class
Christian Music Broadcasters is accepting nominations for its 2026-2027 Leadership Mentoring cohort, a seven-month development program aimed at strengthening current and emerging leaders in Christian radio. Each cohort is capped at 18 mentees.
The SoCal Sound Licenses to Consolidate Under CSUN Ownership
After nearly a decade as a simulcast partner with California State University, Northridge’s 88.5 The SoCal Sound (KCSN), KSBR will exit Saddleback College control under a donation agreement transferring the station’s FCC license to CSUN, pending Commission approval.
FCC Holds Line on 25% Regulatory Fee Penalty for Late Payments
The FCC has rejected, en masse, a round of requests to waive the statutory 25% late payment penalty on overdue FY 2023 and FY 2024 regulatory fees, underscoring that relief is reserved for rare, extraordinary circumstances outside a payer’s control.
Court Battle Erupts Over 91 Day, $1.1M Loan Tied to Galaxy Media
Central New York’s Galaxy Media sought emergency financing in 2025 to “stay in business,” according to a newly filed lawsuit, and now that short-term cash infusion is at the center of a dispute that could cost the radio operator control of two of its signature events.
Christian Radio Leaders Share the Strategies Behind the Growth
Sometimes it's the smallest shifts that can often create the biggest benefits for listeners. Considering the audience growth of Christian radio, combined with some of the most faithful P1s in the industry, you'd forgive secular radio for peeking at their notes.
Women to Watch: Kya Kelly, Urban One
(Charese Frugé) At just 27, Kya Kelly, Online Editor & Digital Strategist for Urban One Ohio, has carved out a lane both nostalgic and next-gen. Equal parts culture critic, digital architect, and self-proclaimed “Streetz Auntie,” Kelly represents a new wave of media talent.
FOX 5’s Natasha Verma to Emcee BFOA Gala at The Plaza
It's the biggest night for one of broadcasting's most outstanding charitable organizations, and WNYW-TV anchor Natasha Verma is set to emcee the Broadcasters Foundation of America's 2026 Gala and Fundraiser on Monday, March 9 at New York City's Plaza Hotel.
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