Cumulus Detroit Sells WDRQ For $10 Million
Cumulus Media has reached an agreement to sell New Country 93.1 (WDRQ) in Detroit to a religious broadcaster, a source confirms. The terms and price of the transaction have not yet been disclosed. Cumulus acquired the station in 2011.
Estrella’s León and Solis Talk Hispanic Radio’s Power
With one day until Hispanic Radio Conference 2023 begins at the InterContinental Miami at Doral, Radio Ink is setting the scene by talking with two industry leaders with Estrella Media, responsible for one of the most successful Hispanic stations in the country
These Are AM Radio’s Top Ten States, Per Nielsen
What states rely on AM radio the most? Nielsen has released a new report showing which states listen to the AM band the most - and number one is a perfect example of AM’s reach in far-flung and rural areas.
Disney Officially Exits Radio As Cost Cuts Continue
Disney is selling AM radio station KRDC 1110 to religious broadcaster Calvary Costa Mesa for $5 million. The sale marks the end of Disney's involvement in radio ownership, as it has divested all of its other radio properties.
NPR Chicago Reporter Out In Buyout Deal
NPR Chicago bureau reporter David Schaper has accepted a buyout and left the organization on June 2. The buyout was offered as part of the public broadcaster's recent cost cuts, which included layoffs and the cancellation of several NPR podcasts.
US’ Longest-Running LGBTQ Radio Show Turns 45
Fresh Fruit, the longest-running LGBTQ radio show in the United States, is celebrating 45 years on the air. Broadcasting from KFAI in Minneapolis since May 11, 1978, the community-based program has offered a platform to queer and transgender voices.
Walmart Radio Enters Next Phase With Ad Sales
Walmart has made a significant move in its audio sphere by allowing brands to purchase ads based on specific regions or stores on the company's in-store radio network, Walmart Radio. Brands can connect with shoppers regardless of location.
Radio’s Summer Slump Continues As Ad Play Falls
After one of the worst weeks for national ad plays in 2023, the situation keeps getting worse as June continues. The top five radio advertisers of the week were responsible for fewer than 200,000 total spots - another alarming drop-off.
New Roles For Three Familiar Beasley Boston Faces
Beasley Media Group's 98.5 The Sports Hub (WBZ-FM) has announced an expanded lineup on the station. The new schedule includes the promotion of three WBZ employees to fill new weekday and weekend timeslots and increase local sports coverage.
Radio’s New A.I. Addition Storms In Via Super Hi-Fi
In the latest artificial intelligence introduction for radio, Super Hi-Fi has launched Weathercaster, an AI-powered weather report service. The program generates localized real-time weather reports with accurate information while automating content creation.
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