Chicago Radio Anchor Steve Bertrand To Retire After 40 Years
After celebrating his 40th anniversary with the station in June, Steve Bertrand will retire from Nexstar Media Group Chicago’s WGN Radio on November 13. Bertrand began at WGN Radio as an intern and was hired full-time in 1985. He has anchored news since 1992.
Triton Digital Develops TAP Ecosystem With AdBuilder AI
Digital audio ad tech operation Triton Digital has brought to market an AI-powered self-service advertising platform for podcast, broadcast, and streaming audio, aiming to give broadcasters new access to small and mid-sized business client revenue.
Cumulus Media Bets on Digital and AI as Broadcast Revenue Slips
“Despite the difficult environment, we continue to make progress in areas under our control,” says Cumulus Media President and CEO Mary Berner, who focused on operational discipline and diversification in the broadcaster's Q3 2025 earnings call.
Cantwell Calls for FCC Transparency as Dereg Debate Intensifies
As the Senate Commerce Committee convened to examine the intersection of media consolidation and freedom of speech, Ranking Member Maria Cantwell had one lingering and unanswered question: "Where is Brendan Carr?"
Is Radio’s Next Gold Rush Here? Four Media Brokers Speak Out
As the FCC's quadrennial review signals potential changes to local radio ownership caps, the industry stands at a crossroads. Will deregulation spark a wave of dealmaking, or will financial headwinds and market realities temper expectations?
Women To Watch: Deanna Podstawa; 95.1 WSNJ, Wilmington
(Charese Frugé) Deanna Podstawa’s life changed in 2018 when she answered a blind audition on Facebook for KLCA in Reno. What she thought would be a fun one-off guest host opportunity became a thriving career.
Beyond Metros: When the Internet Stops, Democracy Still Talks
(Kathleen Miller Fink) In political planning, the assumption of “universal coverage” is the new blind spot. Step into farm country, down a gravel road, or through the hills where broadband still buffers, and you’ll hear the truth humming through the radio dial.
NAB Pushes Crystal Radio Awards Deadline to November 4
The National Association of Broadcasters Crystal Radio Awards are returning to Washington, DC, as the ceremony prepares to commemorate its 40th anniversary. The Crystals honor radio stations for outstanding community service efforts over the past year.
VSiN Expands Radio Reach in Cleveland and Charleston
Sports betting network VSiN is expanding its national footprint with new and expanded radio partnerships with iHeartMedia in Cleveland and Cumulus Media in Charleston, adding to a recent deal in Missouri with Mid-West Family Broadcasting.
Skyview, Veritone Partner on Network Audio Sales
Skyview Networks will be starting the new year with a new network audio sales partnership with Veritone. Through the agreement, Veritone will work with Skyview’s sales leadership team to enhance its AI-powered VeriAds network starting January 1.
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