John McConnell, Elvis Duran Group launch syndication division
Former ABC Radio Networks SVP/Programming John McConnell has partnered with the Elvis Duran Group (EDG) to its new radio syndication division. McConnell, based in...
NextMedia Group exits Chapter 11
Radio and outdoor advertising owner NextMedia Group announced Tuesday, June 1, that it had completed its financial reorganization and emerged from Chapter 11 protection from creditors. The company
Cleveland political radio ad calling for texting comes under fire
Unions upset about services cuts for mass transit in the Cleveland and Lorain County OH areas have mounted a radio campaign urging outgoing Sen....
Emmis board says buyout is fair – and the only bid possible
In documents filed with the SEC, the Board of Directors at Emmis Communications has explained its decision to endorse the bid by CEO Jeff...
Roger Ailes congratulates Fox News Radio affiliates for five years
Roger Ailes, Chairman/CEO, FOX News Channel, sent a message to Fox News Radio affiliates on 5/28 congratulating them on five years of service: “Stations -- On Tuesday, June 1st, Fox News Radio’s network news service turns 5 years old. Much has happened
Leahy tells Vermont alternative paper that LPFM vote is coming
The Local Community Radio Act seems to have gotten to the point where it has virtually no opposition on Capitol Hill, and it’s made it out of committee
Kilmeade and Friends replacing Brian and the Judge on FNR
FOX News Radio will debut a new nationally syndicated talk show, Kilmeade and Friends, on Tuesday, 6/1, replacing Brian and the Judge, announced Kevin Magee, EVP/FOX News
WIP Philadelphia and The Score/Chicago face off with Stanley Cup Finals
The Philadelphia Flyers and the Chicago Blackhawks will meet in the Stanley Cup Finals beginning 5/29 at United Center. Two of the nation’s premier...
Pennsylvania rep endorses FCC’s net neutrality approach
Mike Doyle (D-PA) said that some of his constituents are worried about having innovative internet ventures stifled or restricted by ISPs in the future,...
KBIG Los Angeles lands American Idol’s Kara DioGuardi
Clear Channel is getting its second Los Angeles radio tie-in to Fox Television’s perennial hit American Idol – it already has AI host Ryan...
Bill Press exposes conservative talkers with new book
Dial Global’s Bill Press has taken full aim at his colleagues on the right side of the dial in his just released book, “Toxic...
Analyst raises radio revenue forecast
Two months after reiterating his estimate that US radio revenues would be up only 1.5% this year, BIA/Kelsey Vice President Mark Fratrik has revised...
Citadel Media adds The Larry Kudlow Show
Citadel Media announced the addition of The Larry Kudlow Show to its News Talk portfolio. Hosted by respected economist and CNBC anchor Larry Kudlow,...
Roger Hedgecock to air from Modesto for “The Patriot Town Hall”
Modesto, CA’s News and Talk radio station, KMPH-AM 840 The Patriot, announced that Roger Hedgecock will broadcast his show live from Modesto on 5/28...
Award-nominated Texas singer opposes PRA
Bo Carter has a chance to be recognized as Texas Music Awards Male Vocalist of the Year. And he’s smart enough to realize that...