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iHeartMedia Boston’s AM 680 WRKO raised over $192,000 during its sixth annual DAV Radiothon to benefit the Disabled  American Veterans Department of Massachusetts. Since 2016, the Radiothon has raised over $800,000 to benefit veterans in the community. 

28-year old William Nixon (pictured) has been arrested, accused of carjacking Chicago radio host Maze Jackson Tuesday night. Jackson posted to Facebook that a truck rear-ended him at 24th and State streets. He then found himself fighting with someone who then took his car. Jackson is a host on WBGX 1570-AM.

iHeartMedia has relaunched of its 'Show Your Stripes' social impact campaign. The program aims to connect veterans and their families with the communities, businesses, resources, programs and nonprofits that can support their different wellness needs.

The next RAB Radio Works presentation will focus on understanding and selling the Furniture/Appliances category. The session will provide an overview of the home furnishings industry and an examination of case studies of advertising programs that have proved successful.

Superadio Networks and CTC Productions’ are offering new Speed Bump custom song intros for the holidays. The "sound-a-like intros" are customized for all formats.

When Forecast 2022 takes place in New York City next week, executives from both radio and TV will gather to discuss the future of broadcasting. Attendees will hear from speakers who may impact their future, and others who can improve their future revenue streams. Another very important topic, during a panel moderated by Drew Marcus, will cover investors coming back to radio.

During his farewell speech to broadcasters, retiring NAB CEO Gordon Smith went big on Wednesday, quoting three United States Presidents (Dwight Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy and Woodrow Wilson). He then shared 9 lessons he learned over the 12 years he served as NAB CEO.

Breakfast Club co-host Angela Yee did a fabulous job hosting the NAB's virtual Marconi Awards Wednesday afternoon, which were sponsored by Xperi. The awards honor stations and on-air personalities for excellence in broadcasting. Here are the winners...

Bryan broadcasting General Manager Ben Downs was named Legendary Manager of the Year during the 2021 NAB Marconi Awards on Wednesday. Radio Ink reached out to Downs to ask him about his win and why he think he captured the coveted Marconi.

Fox News Audio will present special Veterans Day themed programming on November 11th across podcast and radio platforms. Included will be a feed of the ceremony marking the centennial anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.