After tough Q2 earnings calls for some of radio’s biggest players, Radio Ink set out to see how smaller operators are navigating today’s challenges and finding real momentum. The through line? A sharp focus on local content, intentional staffing, and deep community ties. [read more]
After reaching its highest diversity levels on record, radio newsrooms experienced a significant setback in workforce diversity during 2025, with minority representation dropping nearly five percentage points, erasing gains made since 2023. [read more]
The August issue of Radio Ink Magazine is almost here: Nielsen’s Rich Tunkel on data and advertisers, the Best PDs in America, and expert takes on AI, mentorship, and holiday strategy. Everything you need to finish 2025 strong. [read more]
American Public Media Group has laid off approximately 6% of its workforce, following a $6 million budget shortfall tied to rescinded federal funding and reduced state support from the Minnesota Legislature, impacting several divisions of the public radio giant. [read more]
(Loyd Ford) A key mistake that many fall prey to in business and in sales is chasing the idea of the Silver Bullet. You know, things are going poorly now, but if I pull off this unbelievable deal, all will be saved. The keyword in that sentence is unbelievable. [read more]
(Jeffrey Hedquist) As creators of audio marketing, we have tremendous power. But sometimes, without realizing it, we misuse our power and leave the listener with an impression or experience that defeats the purpose of the commercial. [read more]
Holiday promotions that win don’t come last-minute. Join Radio Ink and CPR Promotions’ Paige Nienaber on Tuesday at 2p ET for Quarter 4 Your Thoughts, a free, idea-packed webinar with Q4 sales ideas clients actually want. [read more]
Days after renegotiating its deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, Good Karma Brands' ESPN Los Angeles and the LA Rams have extended their partnership. The multi-year deal ensures ESPN LA's continuation as the flagship radio station for Rams football coverage. [read more]
After 15 years behind the mic in the mornings, iHeartMedia Orlando 96.9 The Game (WYGM-AM) host and Orlando Sentinel sports columnist Mike Bianchi is shifting his radio career to afternoon drive, concluding Open Mike. [read more]
The Radio Television Digital News Association has announced the national winners of the 2025 Edward R. Murrow Awards, which have honored excellence in electronic journalism since 1971 and are named for legendary CBS News journalist Edward R. Murrow. [read more]
The University of Washington Athletics department and Huskies Sports Properties have confirmed a multi-year renewal with iHeartMedia Seattle, extending Sports Radio KJR (KJR-AM/FM) as the primary radio outlet for Husky sports coverage. [read more]
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Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago has reached a settlement with Actualidad Media Group in a defamation lawsuit, stemming from statements made on Actualidad 1040 AM (WURN-AM) regarding the mayor's alleged involvement in an Ethics Commission investigation. [read more]
FCC Commissioner Olivia Trusty may have only officially stepped into her role in mid-June, but staffing changes are already underway. Marcus Maher is joining Trusty’s office as Senior Legal Advisor, where he’ll lead on wireline, enforcement, media, and consumer issues. [read more]
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After tough Q2 earnings calls for some of radio’s biggest players, Radio Ink set out to see how smaller operators are navigating today’s challenges and finding real momentum. The through line? A sharp focus on local content, intentional staffing, and deep community ties.
After reaching its highest diversity levels on record, radio newsrooms experienced a significant setback in workforce diversity during 2025, with minority representation dropping nearly five percentage points, erasing gains made since 2023.
The August issue of Radio Ink Magazine is almost here: Nielsen’s Rich Tunkel on data and advertisers, the Best PDs in America, and expert takes on AI, mentorship, and holiday strategy. Everything you need to finish 2025 strong.
American Public Media Group has laid off approximately 6% of its workforce, following a $6 million budget shortfall tied to rescinded federal funding and reduced state support from the Minnesota Legislature, impacting several divisions of the public radio giant.
(Loyd Ford) A key mistake that many fall prey to in business and in sales is chasing the idea of the Silver Bullet. You know, things are going poorly now, but if I pull off this unbelievable deal, all will be saved. The keyword in that sentence is unbelievable.
(Jeffrey Hedquist) As creators of audio marketing, we have tremendous power. But sometimes, without realizing it, we misuse our power and leave the listener with an impression or experience that defeats the purpose of the commercial. 
Holiday promotions that win don’t come last-minute. Join Radio Ink and CPR Promotions’ Paige Nienaber on Tuesday at 2p ET for Quarter 4 Your Thoughts, a free, idea-packed webinar with Q4 sales ideas clients actually want.
Days after renegotiating its deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, Good Karma Brands' ESPN Los Angeles and the LA Rams have extended their partnership. The multi-year deal ensures ESPN LA's continuation as the flagship radio station for Rams football coverage.
After 15 years behind the mic in the mornings, iHeartMedia Orlando 96.9 The Game (WYGM-AM) host and Orlando Sentinel sports columnist Mike Bianchi is shifting his radio career to afternoon drive, concluding Open Mike.
The Radio Television Digital News Association has announced the national winners of the 2025 Edward R. Murrow Awards, which have honored excellence in electronic journalism since 1971 and are named for legendary CBS News journalist Edward R. Murrow.
The University of Washington Athletics department and Huskies Sports Properties have confirmed a multi-year renewal with iHeartMedia Seattle, extending Sports Radio KJR (KJR-AM/FM) as the primary radio outlet for Husky sports coverage.
Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago has reached a settlement with Actualidad Media Group in a defamation lawsuit, stemming from statements made on Actualidad 1040 AM (WURN-AM) regarding the mayor's alleged involvement in an Ethics Commission investigation.
FCC Commissioner Olivia Trusty may have only officially stepped into her role in mid-June, but staffing changes are already underway. Marcus Maher is joining Trusty’s office as Senior Legal Advisor, where he’ll lead on wireline, enforcement, media, and consumer issues.
