iHeartMedia Responds to FCC Probe Over Potential Payola
As FCC Chairman Brendan Carr seeks answers from iHeartMedia about potential payola violations stemming from artist payments and airplay policies for the iHeartCountry Festival 2025, the largest radio operator in the US has issued an initial response.
NRB Resolves To Protect AM Radio For Communities Of Faith
To begin the NRB 2025 Convention, the NRB Board of Directors passed nine resolutions addressing critical issues for Christian broadcasters and faith-based media. One resolution reaffirmed support for AM radio, emphasizing its role in serving the religious community.
Cumulus Drops ‘Poison Pill’ Plan as Takeover Concerns Fade
One year ago, Cumulus Media initiated a "poison pill" defense to stave off the looming threat of a hostile takeover from billionaire Manoj Bhargava. Now Cumulus is quietly putting that shareholder rights plan to bed as the danger fades, per an SEC filing.
Radio’s Future African American Leaders Weigh In On Digital Shift
From AI-driven efficiencies to the power of social media, digital tools are reshaping how radio engages listeners and delivers content. As the conversation around technology in radio changes, Radio Ink's Future African American Leaders are at the forefront.
Women to Watch: Hannah Brummer, Alpha Media Chicago
(By Charese Frugé) Hannah Brummer, aka Hannah B, is the Midday host on Alpha Media's Chicagoland’s Free Country at 98.3 and 102.3. She also hosts nights on Star 105.5 and Star 96.7. On top of that, she is Assistant Content Director for both Star stations.
Audacy’s Brian Kelly Steps Down as VP of Top 40 Programming
Brian Kelly has stepped down as Audacy’s Vice President of Top 40 Programming and Milwaukee Operations Manager after nearly 30 years with the company. Kelly started in Chicago radio, where he became Music Director at 890 WLS.
SiriusXM’s Studio 54 Radio Brings GOSPËL To Saturday Nights
SiriusXM has launched Live from GOSPËL, a new weekly series showcasing DJ sets and performances from Manhattan’s GOSPËL nightclub. Airing Saturdays at midnight on Studio 54 Radio, the show gives listeners an inside look at one of NYC’s hottest dance venues.
Zimmer Rallies Mid-Missouri, Raising $456K for Pediatric Care
Zimmer Communications' 19th annual Miracles for Kids Radiothon set a new fundraising record, collecting over $456,000 for MU Health Care’s Children’s Hospital - nearly doubling last year’s total and surpassing the previous record of $260,000.
New York Post’s ‘Page Six’ To Get SiriusXM Morning Show
SiriusXM is expanding its entertainment lineup with the launch of Page Six Radio, a new daily morning show bringing the latest pop culture news from the New York Post’s famous Page Six celebrity news and gossip section to the airwaves.
Quu Expands Reach Again with Cumulus Media Partnership
Quu, developer of visual in-car displays for radio, has signed a partnership with Cumulus Media to bring its messaging capabilities to 400 stations. Select markets will also introduce Quu’s Content Partnership sponsorships, creating new brand revenue opportunities.
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