After removing AM radio from its electric vehicles, Tesla is now taking the next step in its quiet retreat from broadcast: eliminating FM radio altogether from its newest entry-level models, even as lawmakers in Washington push to keep AM tuners mandatory. [read more]
The third quarter of 2025 brought a surge of lobbying activity from both automakers and broadcasters as the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act advanced through the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, with the auto industry’s influence clearly visible. [read more]
Saga Communications has sold 22 of its broadcast tower sites to GTC Uno, LLC for $10.7 million in a deal that lets Saga continue using the facilities without lease payments. in a move marking another step in the broadcaster’s ongoing asset optimization strategy. [read more]
Just as the pharmaceutical industry's ability to leverage broadcast advertising may soon face new federal constraints, recent data shows over-the-counter brands achieving stronger results from AM/FM radio than from television. [read more]
(Mike McVay) Despite a warming trend over the last few days in the east, and unusual weather in the west, it is officially fall in the northern hemisphere. A return to Standard Time is right around the corner. Pop-up costume shops are here. Halloween is upon us. [read more]
(John Shomby) With more than one hundred radio jobs gone in just the past few weeks, many of us are staring in the mirror and asking a hard question: how much longer do I have? Do you have a Plan B? Or even a Plan A-2? Be honest. I think I know most of the answers. [read more]
With under a day until NAB Show New York unites broadcasters and creators at Manhattan's Javits Center, the lineup has a few surprises left, including a discussion with CNN Chief Media Analyst Brian Stelter on the role of AI in journalism. [read more]
Santa Monica College's KCRW is the latest NPR affiliate to fall victim to layoffs following the Trump administration’s rescission of federal funding for public media. KCRW President Jennifer Ferro cited a “new budget reality” in a letter sent to supporters on Friday. [read more]
Whether you call it digital-first, blended revenue, or simply smart selling, one thing is clear: the business of radio is an increasingly digital one. That’s why, for the third year, Radio Ink is recognizing the innovators redefining how radio sells, connects, and grows. [read more]
Audacy has debuted the Wisconsin Sports Radio Network, creating a central hub for sports fans across the Badger State. Milwaukee’s 105.7 The Fan (WSSP) serves as the flagship station, supported by affiliates in Green Bay, Wausau, Duluth and Superior. [read more]
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New York Public Radio has named Robert Barba editor of the newsroom’s accountability team, where he will oversee coverage of WNYC and Gothamist's state politics and policy. Before joining WNYC, he spent seven years at The Wall Street Journal. [read more]
Mid-West Family Broadcasting has kicked off 102.1 The Won (KOSP), a new full-power sports radio station in Springfield, MO. The Won takes over the FM frequency previously occupied by Q102, which has now moved to Q92.9 (KQRA), with an appropriate rebrand. [read more]
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After removing AM radio from its electric vehicles, Tesla is now taking the next step in its quiet retreat from broadcast: eliminating FM radio altogether from its newest entry-level models, even as lawmakers in Washington push to keep AM tuners mandatory.
The third quarter of 2025 brought a surge of lobbying activity from both automakers and broadcasters as the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act advanced through the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, with the auto industry’s influence clearly visible.
Saga Communications has sold 22 of its broadcast tower sites to GTC Uno, LLC for $10.7 million in a deal that lets Saga continue using the facilities without lease payments. in a move marking another step in the broadcaster’s ongoing asset optimization strategy.
Just as the pharmaceutical industry's ability to leverage broadcast advertising may soon face new federal constraints, recent data shows over-the-counter brands achieving stronger results from AM/FM radio than from television.
(Mike McVay) Despite a warming trend over the last few days in the east, and unusual weather in the west, it is officially fall in the northern hemisphere. A return to Standard Time is right around the corner. Pop-up costume shops are here. Halloween is upon us.
(John Shomby) With more than one hundred radio jobs gone in just the past few weeks, many of us are staring in the mirror and asking a hard question: how much longer do I have? Do you have a Plan B? Or even a Plan A-2? Be honest. I think I know most of the answers.
With under a day until NAB Show New York unites broadcasters and creators at Manhattan's Javits Center, the lineup has a few surprises left, including a discussion with CNN Chief Media Analyst Brian Stelter on the role of AI in journalism.
Santa Monica College's KCRW is the latest NPR affiliate to fall victim to layoffs following the Trump administration’s rescission of federal funding for public media. KCRW President Jennifer Ferro cited a “new budget reality” in a letter sent to supporters on Friday.
Whether you call it digital-first, blended revenue, or simply smart selling, one thing is clear: the business of radio is an increasingly digital one. That’s why, for the third year, Radio Ink is recognizing the innovators redefining how radio sells, connects, and grows.
Audacy has debuted the Wisconsin Sports Radio Network, creating a central hub for sports fans across the Badger State. Milwaukee’s 105.7 The Fan (WSSP) serves as the flagship station, supported by affiliates in Green Bay, Wausau, Duluth and Superior.
New York Public Radio has named Robert Barba editor of the newsroom’s accountability team, where he will oversee coverage of WNYC and Gothamist's state politics and policy. Before joining WNYC, he spent seven years at The Wall Street Journal.
Mid-West Family Broadcasting has kicked off 102.1 The Won (KOSP), a new full-power sports radio station in Springfield, MO. The Won takes over the FM frequency previously occupied by Q102, which has now moved to Q92.9 (KQRA), with an appropriate rebrand.
