Hispanic Radio Community Remembers Claudia Garcia Stone
Claudia Garcia Stone passed away on August 18 at her Texas home. Born June 24, 1962, in Houston, Claudia was the daughter of Claudio and Alicia Garcia. A proud Houstonian, she began her career in radio in 1981 at Tichenor Media System.
James Dobson, A Force On Religious Radio, Dies at 89
One of Christian radio's most prolific broadcasters has passed away. Focus on the Family founder and Salem Media Group syndicated host James Dobson will be remembered for the hundreds of millions he reached around the world and his influence on politics.
New Radio Flagship Brewing For UCLA Football and Basketball
Cumulus Media’s Talk Radio 790 KABC is now the official radio broadcast home of UCLA Bruins football and men’s basketball, following a multi-year agreement that makes the Los Angeles talk station the flagship of the UCLA Bruins Audio Network.
ESPN Chicago Adds Rich Eisen at Center of Updated Lineup
Good Karma Brands’ ESPN Chicago (WMVP-AM) will debut a revamped weekday schedule on September 2, highlighted by the addition of The Rich Eisen Show. The Emmy-nominated broadcaster brings his nationally acclaimed program to the station’s midday slot.
Rhode Island Public Media Considers Layoffs Amid CPB Shutdown
Employees of the recently merged Rhode Island public media organization behind The Public’s Radio and Rhode Island PBS are the latest under threat of job cuts following the removal of funding from and pending shutdown of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Ari Shapiro to Exit NPR’s All Things Considered; Sets Final Show
All Things Considered and Consider This co-host Ari Shapiro will step away from his hosting duties and daily coverage at NPR this fall after a decade in the role. The departure was announced in a note to staff by NPR Editor-in-Chief Edith Chapin.
New Share of Ear Data Fills Gaps in Nielsen’s 3-Minute AQH Jump
New Edison Research Share of Ear data sets out to highlight the hottest formats in music radio, but it ends up filling the gaps as to why certain formats didn't see as much benefit from Nielsen's new 3-minute rule change for PPM Average Quarter Hour measurement.
FCC’s Anna Gomez Vows Legal Fight if Trump Attempts Removal
At the Technology Policy Institute’s Aspen Forum, FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez issued a sharp warning about growing political pressure on the Commission from the Trump Administration and made it clear she’s prepared to fight back if removed from office.
Watch Now: Holiday Promo Ideas You Can Sell Today
If your station is pulling promotions out of a cornucopia the week before Thanksgiving, you're out of luck. The time to pitch and sell for the holidays is now, and the latest Radio Masters Sales Series webinar with Paige Nienaber can help you, on demand.
Women To Watch: Katie Carmichael; Z 94.5
(Charese Frugé) Katie Carmichael has built a career on grit, determination, and a passion for Country music. Today, she serves as Operations Manager, Program Director, and Morning Show Host at Z 94.5 (WBYZ) in Baxley, GA, South Georgia’s #1 Hit Kickin’ Country.















