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Longtime KCBS Traffic Reporter Mitch Thompson Dies

After 20 years as the station's midday traffic reporter, Thompson retired from KCBS on March 31st, 2017.

Elon Musk Threatens to Give NPR’s Twitter Handle Away

"Our policy is to recycle handles that are definitively dormant. Same policy applies to all accounts. No special treatment for NPR."

Text Message From Tucker Carlson That ‘Set Off A Panic’ Inside Fox News Uncovered

"Jumping a guy like that is dishonorable obviously. It’s not how white men fight."

Megyn Kelly: Every White House Press Official ‘Wants to Be A Cable News Star’

"They lay the foundation while they’re over there trying to make themselves into a national personality.”

Greg Gutfeld Remaining on the Air Despite Writers Strike

The strike already significantly impacts late-night shows, which depend heavily on writers to create jokes based on current events.

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Gerald McCoy Never Chased a Media Career With ESPN, NFL Network: The Networks Found Him

"I’ve been blessed with the gift of communication and natural non-fear of crowds and cameras."

Why Dan Bongino’s Radio Comeback Matters for Westwood One

Bringing him back into the terrestrial fold isn't just a nice programming story for Westwood One. It's a legitimately strong business move.

A Defense of iHeartMedia’s Bob Pittman and Cumulus’ Mary Berner

Why has there been a lack of innovation in radio over the past decade? It's because even a short-term drop in ratings and revenue is considered a moment to panic. What are Bob and Mary to do? They are prisoners of their companies' covenants.

20 Brands in 20 Days: John Allers, Live 105, San Francisco

"We're a legacy brand with a lot of passion around it, and we've really tried to lean into that. But we're also a new brand starting with no sacred cows."