Shoppers may head online, into stores, or both this holiday season, but one stop stays constant on the way there. Katz Radio Group says radio is in the car with them, and a new deck ties that in-car attention to store visits, searches, and sales. [read more]
A GOP seat at the FCC is headed for a Senate hearing while the balance of Congress shifts blue. The Senate Commerce Committee has rescheduled the initial hearing for Republican nominee Danielle Thumann Severs while Democrats seek a balanced commission. [read more]
For three years, the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act has been radio's defining fight in Washington. The fight isn't over yet, but with the finish line in view, attention turns to a crowded horizon of ownership caps, FCC waivers, and a Commission short on members. [read more]
Brands chasing listeners on streaming music services may be throwing money at those who paid to avoid them. So what's an advertiser to do? Turn to radio, where data shows ad-supported streams offer a way around the paywall, particularly to higher-income listeners. [read more]
(Josh Brown) Something interesting is happening at the highest levels of marketing in America, and as we button up 2026, I think independent radio operators should be paying very close attention, because being human is becoming fashionable again. [read more]
(Bob Lawrence) Christmas music! The seasonal soundtrack that seems to sneak into stores before we’ve even finished our Halloween candy. I must admit that I’ve flipped AC stations to all Christmas as early as November 1st. You say, “Way too early!” But not so fast! [read more]
Missed NAB Show New York? The conversations about consolidation, creators, sports, and AI did not disappear when the Javits Center doors closed. NAB has put select sessions from the two-day event online on demand, giving anyone who stayed home a way to catch up. [read more]
Before the tone sounds on a coast-to-coast Emergency Alert System test, the FCC is asking stations to make sure their equipment can hear it. A Bureau reminder covers firmware updates, state plan monitoring, and what to file once the test is over. [read more]
For radio’s future, the time is now. Somewhere in your building is a young talent, programmer, seller, or digital creator whose results are already outpacing their years, and Radio Ink’s 2027 “30 And Under Superstars” list is the place to put their name forward. [read more]
Nikki Preston is making the long trip back from SoCal to her Western New York roots. She joins Audacy Buffalo's Kiss 98.5 (WKSE) for mornings alongside Nicholas Picholas and Wease. The Rochester native started her media career as a host on 94.1 The Zone. [read more]
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Gabe Glidden and Angie Morales will host afternoon drive on Hubbard Media That Connects' KS95 (KSTP) in Minneapolis-St. Paul beginning December 28. They were most recently hosts of the Gabe & Angie Morning Show on Hubbard's BIG 98.7 in Fargo. [read more]
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Shoppers may head online, into stores, or both this holiday season, but one stop stays constant on the way there. Katz Radio Group says radio is in the car with them, and a new deck ties that in-car attention to store visits, searches, and sales.
A GOP seat at the FCC is headed for a Senate hearing while the balance of Congress shifts blue. The Senate Commerce Committee has rescheduled the initial hearing for Republican nominee Danielle Thumann Severs while Democrats seek a balanced commission.
For three years, the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act has been radio's defining fight in Washington. The fight isn't over yet, but with the finish line in view, attention turns to a crowded horizon of ownership caps, FCC waivers, and a Commission short on members.
Brands chasing listeners on streaming music services may be throwing money at those who paid to avoid them. So what's an advertiser to do? Turn to radio, where data shows ad-supported streams offer a way around the paywall, particularly to higher-income listeners.
(Josh Brown) Something interesting is happening at the highest levels of marketing in America, and as we button up 2026, I think independent radio operators should be paying very close attention, because being human is becoming fashionable again.
(Bob Lawrence) Christmas music! The seasonal soundtrack that seems to sneak into stores before we’ve even finished our Halloween candy. I must admit that I’ve flipped AC stations to all Christmas as early as November 1st. You say, “Way too early!” But not so fast!
Missed NAB Show New York? The conversations about consolidation, creators, sports, and AI did not disappear when the Javits Center doors closed. NAB has put select sessions from the two-day event online on demand, giving anyone who stayed home a way to catch up.
Before the tone sounds on a coast-to-coast Emergency Alert System test, the FCC is asking stations to make sure their equipment can hear it. A Bureau reminder covers firmware updates, state plan monitoring, and what to file once the test is over.
For radio’s future, the time is now. Somewhere in your building is a young talent, programmer, seller, or digital creator whose results are already outpacing their years, and Radio Ink’s 2027 “30 And Under Superstars” list is the place to put their name forward.
Nikki Preston is making the long trip back from SoCal to her Western New York roots. She joins Audacy Buffalo's Kiss 98.5 (WKSE) for mornings alongside Nicholas Picholas and Wease. The Rochester native started her media career as a host on 94.1 The Zone.
Gabe Glidden and Angie Morales will host afternoon drive on Hubbard Media That Connects' KS95 (KSTP) in Minneapolis-St. Paul beginning December 28. They were most recently hosts of the Gabe & Angie Morning Show on Hubbard's BIG 98.7 in Fargo.
