The algorithm was feared to be radio's undoing. Now, years of media habit data now show algorithmic platforms like social media, streaming television, and music streaming shedding frequent users, while radio posted the smallest decline of any platform tracked. [read more]
The numbers aren't there yet, but the disruption is coming, says new survey data from Borrell Associates and analysis from the IAB Tech Lab, painting a picture of the window that local broadcasters have before AI potentially reshapes the ranks of their sales departments. [read more]
Last fall's government shutdown has produced an unexpected downstream effect for broadcasters: FCC penalties will not increase in 2026. The Enforcement Bureau confirmed this month that civil monetary penalties will remain frozen at 2025 levels. [read more]
A familiar hand is returning to Spanish Broadcasting System in the Bay Area. The Spanish-centric broadcaster has named Ernesto J. Caballero Acevedo as General Sales Manager for San Francisco, where he will oversee local and national sales operations for 93.3 La Raza. [read more]
(Mike McVay) Because of the nearly even competition among broadcasters, competing today is often dependent on habitual listening. If your station has talent that serve as a cornerstone of the station, and the station is successful, then hang onto that talent. [read more]
(John Shomby) Spend ten minutes on social media, and you'll find no shortage of people willing to tell you what's wrong with radio. Some people in (and no longer in) radio seem far more committed to proving the business can't succeed than they are to helping it succeed. [read more]
Radio Ink wants to know who's setting the pace in programming, and we're taking nominations to find out. Click in to make your submission for our Best Program Directors in Radio honors for 2026 before Wednesday, June 22 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. [read more]
After more than two decades moving between media, advertising, and SaaS strategy, Michael Guerity is stepping into a new Vice President role at BIA Advisory Services, leading the firm's market intelligence and strategic communications function. [read more]
From Washington to Wall Street: Trust RBR+TVBR A silent AM radio station serving Hartford is being sold by the media company founded by Ivan Gois, leaving it only with stations in Massachusetts. Learn more in the RBR+TVBR Afternoon Headlines E-mail.SubscribeHERE!
The Florida Association of Broadcasters is entering a new leadership cycle, installing a new chairman and chairman-elect, expanding its executive committee, and welcoming four new members to its board of directors across both its radio and television divisions. [read more]
Before their contractual shot clock expired, the Chicago Bulls scored a multi-year broadcast extension with Audacy. Per the partnership, 104.3 The Score (WSCR) will remain the flagship frequency for all regular and postseason games. [read more]
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The algorithm was feared to be radio's undoing. Now, years of media habit data now show algorithmic platforms like social media, streaming television, and music streaming shedding frequent users, while radio posted the smallest decline of any platform tracked.
The numbers aren't there yet, but the disruption is coming, says new survey data from Borrell Associates and analysis from the IAB Tech Lab, painting a picture of the window that local broadcasters have before AI potentially reshapes the ranks of their sales departments.
Last fall's government shutdown has produced an unexpected downstream effect for broadcasters: FCC penalties will not increase in 2026. The Enforcement Bureau confirmed this month that civil monetary penalties will remain frozen at 2025 levels.
A familiar hand is returning to Spanish Broadcasting System in the Bay Area. The Spanish-centric broadcaster has named Ernesto J. Caballero Acevedo as General Sales Manager for San Francisco, where he will oversee local and national sales operations for 93.3 La Raza.
(Mike McVay) Because of the nearly even competition among broadcasters, competing today is often dependent on habitual listening. If your station has talent that serve as a cornerstone of the station, and the station is successful, then hang onto that talent. 
(John Shomby) Spend ten minutes on social media, and you'll find no shortage of people willing to tell you what's wrong with radio. Some people in (and no longer in) radio seem far more committed to proving the business can't succeed than they are to helping it succeed.
Radio Ink wants to know who's setting the pace in programming, and we're taking nominations to find out. Click in to make your submission for our Best Program Directors in Radio honors for 2026 before Wednesday, June 22 at 8pm ET/5pm PT.
After more than two decades moving between media, advertising, and SaaS strategy, Michael Guerity is stepping into a new Vice President role at BIA Advisory Services, leading the firm's market intelligence and strategic communications function.
The Florida Association of Broadcasters is entering a new leadership cycle, installing a new chairman and chairman-elect, expanding its executive committee, and welcoming four new members to its board of directors across both its radio and television divisions.
Before their contractual shot clock expired, the Chicago Bulls scored a multi-year broadcast extension with Audacy. Per the partnership, 104.3 The Score (WSCR) will remain the flagship frequency for all regular and postseason games.
