Phoenix’s Power 98.3 Chooses A New Current With R&B Shift
Desert Valley Media Group's Power 98.3 (KKFR) in Phoenix has followed through on its promise of a new sound for the station with a Monday transition to an R&B and Classic Hip-Hop format. The shift also includes a new logo as part of a revamped visual identity.
Rhode Island Radio Voice Giovanni Retires After 50 Years
On Monday, Providence, RI radio staple Giovanni signed off for the final time, concluding a distinguished 50-year run in radio broadcasting. The celebrated host of 92PRO-FM's Giovanni in the Morning originally started on WPRO as a teen intern.
Driver Arrested For The Death Of Texas Radio Host ‘Amy O’
A motorcycle crash in San Antonio that resulted in the death of Amy Lee Garza, known to Lubbock radio listeners as "Amy O," has led to the arrest of Steve Nerio on charges of intoxication manslaughter. Nerio was driving Garza on the motorcycle that night.
Hyundai Is The Latest Automaker Adding SiriusXM 360L Audio
Hyundai Motor America has renewed and enhanced its partnership with SiriusXM, planning to introduce the broadcaster's SiriusXM with 360L satellite and streaming audio platform in Hyundai and Genesis vehicles starting in 2025.
Progressive Can’t Stay Out Of The Top Spot For Long
Spring fever could only hold Progressive Insurance out of the top spot for radio's national advertisers for one week as the insurance giant retakes the lead. After a big week for home improvement brands and landscaping, the order has been shaken up, per Media Monitors.
The Freak Flag Has Flown In Dallas As iHeart’s Eagle Returns
iHeartMedia Dallas has abandoned its "free-flowing" hot talk experiment, 97.1 The Freak (KEGL), after eighteen months. The station fired its entire air staff, including Texas Radio Hall of Fame host Mike Rhyner, on April 26, returning the signal to Rock as The Eagle.
Atlanta Radio Host Beth Bacall Joins Salem Christian Syndication
Longtime Atlanta Contemporary Christian radio host Beth Bacall is joining Salem Media Group's Today’s Christian Music Network. Starting May 6, Bacall will host afternoons, available for national syndication.
Columbus’ WWCD Shuts Down Entirely Following Format Fight
Columbus, Ohio's WWCD Radio has "played its last song" as the station shuts down its stream following a long, public battle to save the Alternative signal after 34 years. The announcement of the station’s closure was made via the CD 92.9 Facebook page.
With New Deal, Boomer Esiason Passes Don Imus On WFAN
Audacy has renewed its contract with WFAN (WFAN-AM/FM) morning show host Boomer Esiason, ensuring he will continue to co-host Boomer & Gio with Gregg “Gio” Giannotti. This extension makes Esiason the longest-tenured morning drive host in WFAN’s history.
New Study Shows Emotional Radio Ads Overcome Fear, Mistrust
A new study led by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign communication professor Brian Quick has highlighted the effectiveness of radio as an emotionally charged ad medium in increasing support for organ donation among listeners not registered as donors.















