Efforts to Protect AM Radio Stall as 118th Congress Nears End
After months of advocacy from broadcasters, legislators, and the public, the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act has failed to gain inclusion in the final major legislation of the 118th Congress, the Continuing Resolution aimed at averting a government shutdown.
St. Louis Public Radio Receives Historic Grant For New Program
St. Louis Public Radio has received the largest grant in the organization's history to launch a new program aimed at fostering understanding and dialogue across divides in the region. The $824,917 grant comes from the James S. McDonnell Foundation.
Budget Cuts Putting An End To 39-Year Baltimore Morning Show
Laurie DeYoung will wrap up her more than 39-year run as morning host on iHeartMedia's 93.1 WPOC in Baltimore at the end of the week. "I'm not retiring, it was not my decision," Laurie said in response to a comment on her show's Facebook page.
New Hampshire’s ‘Greg and the Morning Buzz’ Renew iHeart Deal
iHeartMedia New Hampshire has announced a five-year contract extension for Greg and the Morning Buzz, the long-running morning show featuring Greg Kretchmar, Laura Boyce, Kayla Winsor, Scott “Roadkill” McMullen, and Kelly Brown.
Bartesian Leads November’s Podcast Ad Growth, Per Magellan AI
As advertisers continue to prioritize sports podcasts, brands across all industries are diversifying their podcast ad spending to capture holiday season traffic. Magellan AI's November podcast advertising rankings reflected a month of sizeable revenue.
Five New Leaders Elected to NAFB Board of Directors for 2025
The National Association of Farm Broadcasting has announced its 2025 Board of Directors following elections held at the recent NAFB Convention in Kansas City. Five new leaders are joining the board to help guide the agriculture-focused organization.
Buffalo Radio Stations Raise $120K to Support SPCA Erie County
Audacy Buffalo’s WBEN-AM and 107.7 The Wolf (WLKK) raised $120,000 during the SPCA Radiothon on December 11. Proceeds will go to support the SPCA Serving Erie County’s efforts to provide food, shelter, and medical care for pets and wildlife.
In Jersey, The Boss Raises $56K for Jon Bon Jovi’s Soul Kitchen
Press Communications' 107.1 The Boss (WWZY) hosted its 7th Annual Mistletoe Rock Radiothon on December 6, raising $56,252 to support JBJ Soul Kitchen, a non-profit community restaurant run by the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation.
‘Bender’s One Big Give’ Nets $813K for Seattle Children’s Hospital
iHeartMedia Seattle’s 95.7 The Jet (KJEB) hosted the 22nd annual Bender’s One Big Give radiothon with Jodi and Bender in the Morning on December 10, raising over $813,400 to support Seattle Children’s Hospital’s Uncompensated Care Fund.
Rosenworcel: ‘The FCC Shouldn’t Be the President’s Speech Police’
Outgoing FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel is expressing concerns about the potential erosion of the agency’s independence as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office. Rosenworcel warned against political influence in decision-making at the agency.
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