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Cumulus Media stations in two distinct markets have raised a combined $1.5 million through December fundraising campaigns in support of organizations including St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Make-A-Wish, and local organizations.

A Max Media Adult R&B station serving the Norfolk market successfully collected more than 300 winter coats during its second Vibe Coat Closet drive, a play on the station's branding.

Audacy in New York’s WNEW-FM 102.7 is celebrating the collection of some 10,000 items during its third annual Karen Carson in the Morning toy drive. Donations supported Children’s Aid NYC and were designated for foster children across the New York area this holiday season.

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The decision marks the end of a 25-year run totaling 1,263 episodes for the program, created and hosted by Hal Abrams. He shared the decision to end the syndicated program last week.

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The 2026 NAB Show will be held in Las Vegas from April 18–22, and registration is now open for the annual event that places a spotlight on production, distribution, and monetization across media, broadcast, and digital platforms.

Last week, Radio Ink's 2025 Season of Giving Tally smashed all prior records for dollars raised by AM and FM stations across the U.S. Now, week No. 7 is done — and the stunning fundraising efforts we've seen up until December 21 are nothing short of remarkable.

One of the highlights of each Forecast conference is Deborah Parenti’s opening remarks, which set the tone for the day (and by extension, the year). This year’s were particularly powerful, and deserve a wider audience. We asked her to share them again here.

Audacy stations have demonstrated their respective support of community organizations through fundraising drives and radiothons. The efforts seen in December raised funds and collected toys, bicycles, and supplies benefiting children, families, and animals through local and national non-profit partners.