Ownership Caps, Public Interest Collide in FCC Oversight Hearing
Deregulation, broadcast ownership limits, and public interest authority defined a contentious US House Energy & Commerce Committee oversight hearing on the FCC, with lawmakers sharply divided over how radio should be regulated as it competes with digital platforms.
Salem Media Adds Cassidy to Senior Leadership Team As VP
Salem Media Group has elevated Carolyn Cassidy to the company’s Senior Leadership Team, with a promotion to Vice President & Regional General Manager. Cassidy will continue to oversee four Salem markets while contributing to strategic broadcast initiatives.
Audacy Chicago Bringing The Score to FM With 104.3 Launch
For the first time in its history, Chicago's 670 The Score (WSCR-AM) will be getting its own FM signal as Audacy sets up 104.3 The Score. The launch extends the reach of The Score’s flagship content, including Chicago Cubs and Bulls broadcasts, starting February 2.
HEH Operations Manager Bryan Reeder Steps Into GM Role
After a decade with the company, HEH Communications has promoted Bryan Reeder to General Manager of its Southeast Texas radio stations. Reeder joined HEH Communications in 2015 as Operations Manager for stations serving Huntsville, Willis, and Conroe, TX.
Freddy Is Ready As Rivera Takes Afternoons On SoCal’s KOLA
Anaheim Broadcasting's KOLA 99.9 has promoted its own Freddy Rivera to Afternoon Drive. Starting January 19, Rivera fills the seat vacated in December by San Bernardino and Inland Empire radio fixture Vic Slick, who retired after a two-decade run.
AWMF Gives Media Makers an Extra Week to Enter 2026 Gracies
The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation has added a grace period in the call for entries for the 51st Annual Gracie Awards, honoring women who are redefining storytelling across radio, television, streaming, and digital media.
Nicole Osei Takes ‘Morning Edition’ For North Texas
North Texas Public Broadcasting’s KERA News is welcoming Nicole Osei as the new local host of Morning Edition. She’ll join the station’s newsroom team of Sam Baker, Bella Syrus, Justin Martin, and Rebekah Morr to deliver news to North Texas listeners each weekday.
Beasley Media Group Taps Matt Scarano To Lead Detroit Cluster
Former iHeartMedia Chicago Region President Matt Scarano has found a new home in the Motor City, joining Beasley Media Group Detroit as Vice President and Market Manager. He succeeds Patti Taylor, who transitions to Vice President of Sales for the cluster.
One Year Later: Meruelo Media Reflects On the LA Wildfires
A year after the catastrophic wildfires reshaped daily life across Los Angeles, radio’s emergency role continues to shape how broadcasters prepare, respond, and serve. For Meruelo Media, the lessons learned now guide long-term strategy across Cali 93.9, Power 106, KDAY, and KLOS.
Not This Year – And Here’s Why
For decades, CES has been a must-attend event for broadcasters. But this year, I stayed home. And while the show may be over, my reasons for not going transcend a four-day show, they revolve around critical issues broadcasters need to keep in mind.
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