With Deadline Near, Senate Still Uncertain On CPB Rescissions
After advancing President Trump’s budget bill, Congress only has days to decide on a $1.1 billion clawback of previously approved funding for public broadcasting. The Senate could vote on the measure as early as next week, though the outcome is anything but certain.
Guthrie Vows to Revive AI Law Freeze Despite Senate Rejection
Despite a resounding defeat in the Senate, House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Brett Guthrie (R-KY) says he is not giving up efforts to prevent states from independently regulating artificial intelligence while Congress develops a federal framework.
Beyond the Logical Point of Conclusion
(Mike McVay) One of the smartest PDs I ever consulted had a penchant for going beyond the logical point of conclusion. That is the thinking that if something works well and is greatly accepted, then taking it up a notch or three would bring even more success.
The Future of Radio Smells (Even More) Like Coffee
(John Shomby) After last week's column, I was sent an interesting story about a Detroit TV station partnering with a local coffee company to open its own coffee shop in a heavily populated suburb of the city.
Student Broadcasters Invited to CBI Sportscasting Workshop
College Broadcasters Inc. will host its 2025 Student Sportscasting Workshop from July 22–24, with a strong focus on radio broadcasting and play-by-play fundamentals. The biennial virtual event is designed to prepare college students for careers in sports broadcasting.
Dollywood Starts Radio Station So Fans Can Bring the Park Home
Country icon Dolly Parton is taking the signature sound of Dollywood beyond the park gates with the launch of a new streaming station developed in partnership with iHeartMedia. The launch, now on iHeartRadio, comes during Dollywood’s 40th anniversary season.
Comrex Sales Director Raul Hun Joins BSW in Senior Role
Broadcast Supply Worldwide has named Raul Hun as its new Director of Business Deployment, South, a move aimed at expanding the company’s presence across the southern US and strengthening relationships in global broadcast markets.
Job Seekers Tune In: Radio Is Critical Channel for Top Recruitment
In a labor market defined by low unemployment and high competition for talent, new national research shows that AM/FM radio remains one of the most effective, yet often overlooked, tools for reaching the highest qualified job seekers.
V105.5 Names Brandon Davis Lead Play-by-Play Announcer
Brandon Davis is joining Vicksburg, MS's V105.5 (WVBG) this fall as the lead play-by-play broadcaster for Warren Central football. He has spent years behind the mic for the high school team as its in-stadium public address announcer.
KXnO Introduces New Daily Lineup For Des Moines Sports Radio
Following several high-profile layoffs and departures, iHeartMedia Des Moines' KXnO (KXNO-AM) has debuted a new weekday lineup, including a permanent replacement morning show for the timeslot left behind by The Morning Rush in January.















