FCC Defies GOP & FEC, Moves Ahead On AI Ad Disclosure Rule
Despite scorching opposition from the Federal Election Commission and Republicans on Capitol Hill, the FCC is moving forward with AI transparency requirements for political advertisements on radio and television.
Maine’s WIGY Cuts Ties with Morning Duo Mark and Sara
After four years, Bennett Radio Group's 105.5/95.7 WIGY in Lewiston, Maine has cut morning hosts Mark Turcotte and Sara Poulin. July 24 was the station's last day to air the WIGY Breakfast Club, with the duo's departure announced on social media.
How Radio’s Top Program Directors Are Handling Political Content
As the past few weeks have dramatically emphasized, politics is unavoidable in radio... or is it? As Radio Ink readies to recognize the Best Program Directors in America, we asked this year's honorees how they handle the elephant (and donkey) in the room at their stations.
SoundExchange’s $150M Lawsuit Against SiriusXM Moves To NY
A US District Court may not be dismissing a $150 million lawsuit against SiriusXM alleging unpaid royalties for lack of jurisdiction, but a judge is granting the satellite broadcaster's change of venue request - moving the case from Virginia to New York.
Women to Watch: Hannah Lane; US96.3, Jackson, MS
(By Charese Frugé) Hannah Lane is a member of the Nate & Traci morning show on US96.3, a Country station serving Jackson, MS. She’s also the full-time content creator for the cluster of five additional area stations owned by New South Radio.
The Greatest Sales Trait
(By Chris Stonick) What makes a great salesperson? There are a lot of books and articles out there that will give you exceptional qualities: Driven. Resilient. Problem solver. Critical thinker. Competitive. All of these are solid traits - but not the greatest, I've found.
Ask Matt Sunshine: Submit Your Questions For Today’s Webinar
Join us today for your first inside look at the 2024 Radio Masters Sales Summit! Have your sales management questions answered by the Center for Sales Strategy's Matt Sunshine at our free webinar today at 12:30p ET - get your query at the front of the line now.
Federal Courts Split On Non-Competes As FTC’s Ban Nears
The FTC's battle to end non-competes is now one against, one for. After a federal court in Texas issued a preliminary injunction against the rule earlier this month, a Pennsylvania-based district court now says the FTC has every right to strike down such contracts.
FCC Licensing Lapses Prove Costly For Two Southern Stations
The Federal Communications Commission has issued Notices of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture to two FM translator licensees for delays in submitting their license renewal applications. Both notices could cost the operators $6,500 each.
Saga’s FM99 ‘Drains The Veins’ For Good In Virginia Beach
Saga Communications Hampton Roads' FM99 WNOR hosted its 37th Annual Rock and Roll Up Your Sleeve Blood Drive in Norfolk/Virginia Beach, surpassing its donation targets with a collection of 590 blood units that have the potential to save more than 1,770 lives.