A new Executive Order from President Donald Trump is sparking a new clash between the White House, state governments, and federal regulators that could reshape how radio manages AI-generated content, political ads, and synthetic voices in 2026 and beyond. [read more]
The sixth week of Radio Ink’s 2025 Season of Giving Tally marked a new high for radio at its best, as stations nationwide shattered records and individual radiothons reached multimillion-dollar milestones as AM/FM leads a national outpouring of generosity. [read more]
Two of the longest-serving figures in radio’s music licensing negotiations are stepping aside, marking a generational handoff for the Radio Music License Committee as Executive Director Bill Velez and Chairman Ed Atsinger relinquish their roles. [read more]
More than two decades after buying it, Cumulus Media has sold its Nashville headquarters for $10.5 million - more than six times the $1.6 million it paid in 2002. Texas-based Endeavor Real Estate Group purchased the 1.13-acre site at 10 Music Circle East. [read more]
(Loyd Ford) The truth is simple: January and February are not slow seasons in radio sales - they are setup seasons. Make no mistake; this is the period when smart AEs create their own weather, shape the year ahead, and position themselves as a local business's MVP. [read more]
(Steve Allan) I always look forward to each Wednesday's Radio Ink headlines. Paige Nienaber’s weekly dumpage is not only snarkily funny, but it contains some great ideas for local promotions. I will also offer a way to possibly make your contesting more meaningful. [read more]
Funkmaster Flex is taking over mornings at New York City's Hot 97 - at least for now. Following the abrupt end of Ebro in the Morning, MediaCo confirmed to Radio Ink that the Hip-Hop radio icon will hold the daypart down "until further notice," starting on Monday. [read more]
Cumulus Media's 760 WJR 14th annual SAY Detroit Radiothon brought in another record sum, as S.A.Y. Detroit Founder, bestselling author, and WJR host Mitch Albom continued his mission of funding healthcare, housing, and community support programs. [read more]
iHeartMedia Chicago has raised $925,831 during its Lurie Children’s Radiothon supporting Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital. On December 11, the six-station cluster collected donations for pediatric care and research throughout the community. [read more]
Saga Communications’ 95.7 (WZID) has raised $29,415 during its Hope for the Holidays campaign supporting elderly residents across New Hampshire. The effort focused on seniors who often spend the holidays alone and aimed to provide support through community contributions this season. [read more]
With 2026 days away, Radio Ink’s December issue celebrates optimism in action, from Benztown President Dave “Chachi” Denes’ belief in culture and creativity to the 30 & Under Superstars shaping radio’s next era with purpose, confidence, and connection across broadcast and digital. [read more]
Never Miss Out On A Deal - Get RBR+TVBR A lawyer turned radio station licensee is selling a Palm Beach County, FL, AM and an FM translator, ending more than a decade of ownership. The RBR+TVBR Afternoon Headlines E-mail has the story. Get itHERE!
One of South Florida’s most influential Spanish-language News/Talk stations has shut down after four decades on the air. Latino Media Network confirmed the end of Radio Mambí (WAQI-AM), closing a station long associated with the Cuban exile community. [read more]
Spanish-language audio operator Nueva Network has partnered with AdGrid to introduce the Nueva Network Audience Accelerator, a new digital buying solution designed to give advertisers broader access to US Hispanic audiences across audio, video, and CTV. [read more]
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A new Executive Order from President Donald Trump is sparking a new clash between the White House, state governments, and federal regulators that could reshape how radio manages AI-generated content, political ads, and synthetic voices in 2026 and beyond.
The sixth week of Radio Ink’s 2025 Season of Giving Tally marked a new high for radio at its best, as stations nationwide shattered records and individual radiothons reached multimillion-dollar milestones as AM/FM leads a national outpouring of generosity.
Two of the longest-serving figures in radio’s music licensing negotiations are stepping aside, marking a generational handoff for the Radio Music License Committee as Executive Director Bill Velez and Chairman Ed Atsinger relinquish their roles.
More than two decades after buying it, Cumulus Media has sold its Nashville headquarters for $10.5 million - more than six times the $1.6 million it paid in 2002. Texas-based Endeavor Real Estate Group purchased the 1.13-acre site at 10 Music Circle East.
(Loyd Ford) The truth is simple: January and February are not slow seasons in radio sales - they are setup seasons. Make no mistake; this is the period when smart AEs create their own weather, shape the year ahead, and position themselves as a local business's MVP.
(Steve Allan) I always look forward to each Wednesday's Radio Ink headlines. Paige Nienaber’s weekly dumpage is not only snarkily funny, but it contains some great ideas for local promotions. I will also offer a way to possibly make your contesting more meaningful.
Funkmaster Flex is taking over mornings at New York City's Hot 97 - at least for now. Following the abrupt end of Ebro in the Morning, MediaCo confirmed to Radio Ink that the Hip-Hop radio icon will hold the daypart down "until further notice," starting on Monday.
Cumulus Media's 760 WJR 14th annual SAY Detroit Radiothon brought in another record sum, as S.A.Y. Detroit Founder, bestselling author, and WJR host Mitch Albom continued his mission of funding healthcare, housing, and community support programs.
iHeartMedia Chicago has raised $925,831 during its Lurie Children’s Radiothon supporting Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital. On December 11, the six-station cluster collected donations for pediatric care and research throughout the community.
Saga Communications’ 95.7 (WZID) has raised $29,415 during its Hope for the Holidays campaign supporting elderly residents across New Hampshire. The effort focused on seniors who often spend the holidays alone and aimed to provide support through community contributions this season.
With 2026 days away, Radio Ink’s December issue celebrates optimism in action, from Benztown President Dave “Chachi” Denes’ belief in culture and creativity to the 30 & Under Superstars shaping radio’s next era with purpose, confidence, and connection across broadcast and digital.
One of South Florida’s most influential Spanish-language News/Talk stations has shut down after four decades on the air. Latino Media Network confirmed the end of Radio Mambí (WAQI-AM), closing a station long associated with the Cuban exile community.
Spanish-language audio operator Nueva Network has partnered with AdGrid to introduce the Nueva Network Audience Accelerator, a new digital buying solution designed to give advertisers broader access to US Hispanic audiences across audio, video, and CTV.
