As the digital age accelerates competition, radio remains a significant player in the advertising landscape but faces a serious problem according to new research. AM/FM has one of the highest percentages of ad listenership, but it scores lowest in ad relevance. [read more]
After 17 years, Vocalo 91.1 (WBEW) will come off the FM dial as Chicago Public Media becomes the latest public radio group to face layoffs amid financial difficulty. Starting May 1, the cuts affect 14 positions across WBEZ’s Content Development Unit. [read more]
Cumulus Media has announced an additional extension to the company's debt exchange plan in a capital restructuring. The "Further Extended Expiration Time" takes the previous April 2 deadline and pushes it through April 9. The original deadline was March 26. [read more]
With media creation and distribution rapidly evolving, particularly among Gen Z who are deeply immersed in digital platforms, how can radio recruit a demographic known for their digital nativity in a new world of increasingly democratized broadcasting? [read more]
(By Charese Fruge') Julie Slater is the new Music Director at 88.5 The SoCal Sound in LA where she’s been the Midday Host since March 2022. Before that, she hosted Afternoons at 100.3 the Sound in LA for 8+ years. [read more]
We’re taking Radio Ink's Hispanic Radio Conference back to its Texas roots. Meet us for two days of strategy, energy, and celebration of the power and people of Hispanic radio at the best price - early bird tickets are now on sale! [read more]
The Radio Mercury Awards, honoring radio and audio creativity in advertising, has extended its Call for Entry for the 2024 competition. Originally set for April 8, the new deadline for submissions is set for Monday, April 22, with finalists to be revealed in May. [read more]
Exciting news for executives, managers, and the generally busy! Starting April 7, Radio Ink is launching the Radio InkRadio Wrap, a Sunday digest recapping the top industry news and ideas of the week. [read more]
Zimmer Broadcasting's Cookeville Communications has appointed Jason Bailey Grider as its new General Manager, overseeing operations for its five stations in Tennessee's Upper Cumberland region. [read more]
Public radio distributor and publisher PRX has named Stephanie Kuo as Vice President of Content. Kuo, who has been with PRX since 2018 in content development and audio training, will be at the helm of the organization's podcast and radio content strategies. [read more]
Nominations for the 2024 Medallas de Cortez are now open! This year's awards will be presented at the 15th annual Hispanic Radio Conference, June 12-13 in San Antonio, home of the US' first Spanish-language radio station, KCOR. [read more]
PJ Kumanchik will be taking the Brand Manager position at Pittsburgh's KDKA News Radio. Kumanchik is being raised from his previous role as the station’s News Manager to fill the leadership position left by Dave LaBrozzi's retirement. [read more]
Audacy Cleveland's Q104 has announced Alyssa Rose as the new co-host for the Q Morning Show starting May 1. Rose will team up with Bill Ryan after hosting middays in San Diego on Audacy's ALT 94.9 and weekends on 105.5 Triple M. [read more]
Always Know The Deal With RBR+TVBR An Adult Contemporary FM serving northern Santa Barbara County will soon cease operations, becoming a noncomm tied to the regional NPR Member station. The Afternoon Headlines E-mail has the details. Get it by clicking HERE.
The Center for Sales Strategy's sales performance agency LeadG2 has promoted both Emily Hartzell and Maryanne McWhirter to the positions of Vice President/Senior Director. In their new roles, Hartzell and McWhirter will jointly manage LeadG2. [read more]
Saga Communications' Asheville Media Group has introduced a local news platform dedicated to connecting the Western North Carolina community as part of the broadcaster's focus on digital growth. 828newsNOW.com will be free to access. [read more]
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell Radio Ink. We've covered radio for more than 31 years as the most trusted name in the industry. Send news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Online Editor Cameron Coats. [read more]
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As the digital age accelerates competition, radio remains a significant player in the advertising landscape but faces a serious problem according to new research. AM/FM has one of the highest percentages of ad listenership, but it scores lowest in ad relevance.
After 17 years, Vocalo 91.1 (WBEW) will come off the FM dial as Chicago Public Media becomes the latest public radio group to face layoffs amid financial difficulty. Starting May 1, the cuts affect 14 positions across WBEZ’s Content Development Unit.
Cumulus Media has announced an additional extension to the company's debt exchange plan in a capital restructuring. The "Further Extended Expiration Time" takes the previous April 2 deadline and pushes it through April 9. The original deadline was March 26.
With media creation and distribution rapidly evolving, particularly among Gen Z who are deeply immersed in digital platforms, how can radio recruit a demographic known for their digital nativity in a new world of increasingly democratized broadcasting?
(By Charese Fruge') Julie Slater is the new Music Director at 88.5 The SoCal Sound in LA where she’s been the Midday Host since March 2022. Before that, she hosted Afternoons at 100.3 the Sound in LA for 8+ years.
We’re taking Radio Ink's Hispanic Radio Conference back to its Texas roots. Meet us for two days of strategy, energy, and celebration of the power and people of Hispanic radio at the best price - early bird tickets are now on sale!
The Radio Mercury Awards, honoring radio and audio creativity in advertising, has extended its Call for Entry for the 2024 competition. Originally set for April 8, the new deadline for submissions is set for Monday, April 22, with finalists to be revealed in May.
Exciting news for executives, managers, and the generally busy! Starting April 7, Radio Ink is launching the Radio Ink Radio Wrap, a Sunday digest recapping the top industry news and ideas of the week.
Zimmer Broadcasting's Cookeville Communications has appointed Jason Bailey Grider as its new General Manager, overseeing operations for its five stations in Tennessee's Upper Cumberland region.
Public radio distributor and publisher PRX has named Stephanie Kuo as Vice President of Content. Kuo, who has been with PRX since 2018 in content development and audio training, will be at the helm of the organization's podcast and radio content strategies.
Nominations for the 2024 Medallas de Cortez are now open! This year's awards will be presented at the 15th annual Hispanic Radio Conference, June 12-13 in San Antonio, home of the US' first Spanish-language radio station, KCOR.
PJ Kumanchik will be taking the Brand Manager position at Pittsburgh's KDKA News Radio. Kumanchik is being raised from his previous role as the station’s News Manager to fill the leadership position left by Dave LaBrozzi's retirement.
Audacy Cleveland's Q104 has announced Alyssa Rose as the new co-host for the Q Morning Show starting May 1. Rose will team up with Bill Ryan after hosting middays in San Diego on Audacy's ALT 94.9 and weekends on 105.5 Triple M.
The Center for Sales Strategy's sales performance agency LeadG2 has promoted both Emily Hartzell and Maryanne McWhirter to the positions of Vice President/Senior Director. In their new roles, Hartzell and McWhirter will jointly manage LeadG2.
Saga Communications' Asheville Media Group has introduced a local news platform dedicated to connecting the Western North Carolina community as part of the broadcaster's focus on digital growth. 828newsNOW.com will be free to access.
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell Radio Ink. We've covered radio for more than 31 years as the most trusted name in the industry. Send news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Online Editor 
