The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025 is taking a large step forward in Congress after gaining renewed late summer attention from lawmakers, setting the stage for a pivotal vote that could finally push the bipartisan safety bill toward passage. [read more]
President Donald Trump is reviving his push to end quarterly earnings reports for US companies, a change that could reshape how many of radio’s largest publicly traded broadcasters report performance and communicate with investors. [read more]
As television continues to get the bulk of football season ad spend from brands, a new case study from Cumulus Media and Westwood One is showing how one advertiser used audio NFL coverage on AM/FM and streaming to reach 23.8 million fans during the 2024 season. [read more]
iHeartMedia has appointed Devon "Dee" Doers as Area President for the MidNorth region, overseeing markets in Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. He assumes the new role after a stint as Vice President of Sales for iHeart Minneapolis. [read more]
(Mike McVay) Over-the-air radio doesn’t need a miracle - it needs a mindset shift. To truly resurrect its place in the audio ecosystem, it must evolve from being just a broadcast medium to becoming a multi-platform content powerhouse. [read more]
(John Shomby) As my friend Mike McVay reminded us last week, safety for talent is always a very real issue. The events of the past week were also a reminder of something we all too often forget: your online presence can cost you your job and, maybe even your career. [read more]
The FCC’s Enforcement Bureau has extended the deadline for stations selected in the 2025 Equal Employment Opportunity audit. About five percent of US radio and television stations were randomly selected for review in letters issued August 8. [read more]
Vice President JD Vance hosted a special edition of Salem Media's Charlie Kirk Show from the West Wing on Monday to honor Kirk, who was assassinated in Utah on September 10, alongside Conservative media figures and Trump administration leaders. [read more]
The NAB Leadership Foundation has announced the Broadcast Leadership Training class of 2026, launching a new 10-month executive MBA-style program designed to prepare the next generation of broadcast executives. [read more]
After guiding Portland's Live 95.5 (KBFF), Connoisseur Media is expanding Dylan Salisbury's programming duties to include 98.7 The Bull (KUPL). Salisbury previously served as Assistant Content Director for The Bull. [read more]
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Audacy Philadelphia's B101 (WBEB) announced the debut of The Kathy Romano Show on September 23. The program will be co-hosted by Kathy Romano and Bobby Smith, with Laura Boss serving as executive producer. The show airs weekdays from 6:00 to 10:00 AM. [read more]
NPR has announced the results of its 2025 Board elections. Four Member Directors have been elected to new three-year terms, three Public Directors have been confirmed for three-year terms, and PRSS representatives have confirmed two new committee members. [read more]
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