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Norah O’Donnell Sets Exit Date From CBS Evening News Anchor Chair

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Norah O’Donnell Sets Exit Date From CBS Evening News Anchor Chair

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Norah O’Donnell previously announced she would leave the anchor chair of CBS Evening News after the 2024 election. We now know the concrete date she’ll depart.

O’Donnell will anchor her final edition of the network newscast on Friday, January 24th. That ensures she’ll remain on the job for coverage of the inauguration of Donald Trump, which will take place on Monday, January 20th.

On Monday, January 27th, the CBS Evening News will complete its transition to a New York studio. John Dickerson, Maurice DuBois, and Margaret Brennan will fill the anchor chair vacated by O’Donnell’s departure.

Norah O’Donnell has helmed the chair since July 2019. She will begin her new role as the network’s senior correspondent, which includes producing high-profile interview specials for 60 Minutes in addition to the Evening News.

During her tenure leading the venerable news brand, CBS News has lagged in the ratings behind ABC World News Tonight with David Muir and NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt. The program anchored by O’Donnell has routinely finished in third place in those hotly contested ratings battles.

Longtime USA Today Sports Media Columnist Rudy Martzke Dies at the Age of 82

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Longtime USA Today Sports Media Columnist Rudy Martzke Dies at the Age of 82

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Rudy Martzke, who spent many years covering sports media for USA Today has died at the age of 82. Martzke started at USA Today in 1982 and was there until he retired in 2005.

He was well known for his Rudy’s, where he would praise announcers doing well and critical of those not meeting expectations. Martzke had an account on X which someone was helping populate with news and notes from around sports broadcasting. Those posts stopped on November 10th.

When Martzke wrote his last column for the paper 19 years ago, it read in part:

 “While some at times have blistered me with complaints –- Gary Bender, Howard Cosell and even [Pat] Summerall –- my experiences have largely been positive while covering the TV sports business during a period of its greatest growth.” Martzke adds, “The plaudits have come as the Sports on TV column became recognized. There have been features on me in Sports Illustrated and other magazines, a charity Rudy Roast in 2000 [in Biloxi, Mississippi] and a proclamation read to me at the men’s Final Four in St. Louis by NCAA President Myles Brand, who described me as an icon. Can’t do any better than that, I guess.”

Several people have given their thoughts on Martzke passing via social media including former CBS Sports Senior Vice President LeslieAnn Wade who wrote, “Rudy Martzke….ONE OF A KIND. We all have our stories. He was a relentless reporter. A beat reporter who connected direct and deeply knew his beat. His hundreds of spiral notebooks contain the history of sports television and off-the-record quotes would tell the untold story.

“I spent more than 20 years of my life speaking to him multiple times a day…He sharpened my PR skills, tested my temper and…we laughed.”

Greg Kelly: Newsmax Could Be a Potential Home for Matt Gaetz After Resigning From Congress

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Greg Kelly: Newsmax Could Be a Potential Home for Matt Gaetz After Resigning From Congress

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Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) won’t be serving as the Attorney General for Donald Trump. But could he have a future in cable news? Nexmax host Greg Kelly thinks it’s a possibility.

Gaetz, who resigned from Congress after being named Trump’s Attorney General nominee, withdrew his name from the process and said he won’t rejoin the new Congress in January.

Which means his future is currently up in arms. On Greg Kelly Reports on Thursday evening, the Newsmax primetime host said the Florida representative could have a home on the upstart cable news outlet.

“He’s got a couple of fallback plans,” said Kelly. “He could always come here and work at Newsmax, as he has done quite a bit over the past couple of years.”

Kelly then played a clip of Gaetz hosting the primetime program on Newsmax, which he helmed on Friday, May 26th, 2023.

“Look, he’s a great guy with a big future, actually, in politics as well,” Kelly concluded.

Woodward Community Media Sells Two Stations To EMF

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Woodward Community Media Sells Two Stations To EMF

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Woodward Community Media is set to acquire the stations of Mid-West Family Broadcasting, expanding its recently acquired cluster in Springfield, Illinois, while simultaneously divesting its holdings in Bloomington, Illinois.

The company has identified the Educational Media Foundation as the buyer of those stations.

EMF, the operator behind the Christian AC “K-Love” and Contemporary Worship “Air 1” networks, is set to debut in the Normal/Bloomington and Springfield markets with the acquisition of two radio stations: “Rock 96.7” WIHN and Variety Hits “96.7 Bob-FM” WCVS-FM.

Each station was purchased for $200,000. The “K-Love” network is expected to begin broadcasting on both signals.

The sale of WCVS-FM was necessary to comply with ownership regulations as Woodward prepares to integrate the one AM and three FMs it acquired earlier this year from Neuhoff Media with the one AM and three FMs currently being purchased from Mid-West Family. This will result in the company exceeding the permissible number of FMs.

In Bloomington, Woodward has announced its intention to divest three stations it previously acquired from Neuhoff. Great Plains Media has commenced operations of Variety Hits “97.9 Bob-FM” WBBE under a local marketing agreement (LMA), expanding its portfolio that already includes Conservative Talk “Cities 92.9” WRPW, Adult Contemporary “Magic 99.5” WZIM, and Country “107.7 The Bull” WIBL/92.1.

Following the sale of WIHN, the only remaining station to be sold is Hot AC “Now 100.7” WWHX in Normal.

Former Fox News Correspondent Laura Ingle to Host Weekend Editions of NewsNation Live

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Former Fox News Correspondent Laura Ingle to Host Weekend Editions of NewsNation Live

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Former Fox News correspondent Laura Ingle has been tabbed as the new weekend anchor at upstart cable news outlet NewsNation and its NewsNation Live show.

Ingle joined NewsNation in 2023 as a freelancer before being officially hired as a senior correspondent earlier this year. Her addition to the cable news channel came after working for Fox News as a Dallas-based correspondent from 2005 to 2023.

She also covered various legal trials as a radio reporter for KFI-AM 640, the iHeartMedia Los Angeles news/talk station. Additionally, she also served as a news anchor at KFBK in Sacramento.

Ingle will serve as the weekend host of NewsNation Live. She’ll host the Saturday edition from 10 AM-1 PM, while Sundays can be viewed from 11 AM-1 PM.

In her role with the network, Laura Ingle will be based in New York City. The weekday editions of NewsNation Live continue to be anchored by Marni Hughes.

Nick Coe Named General Manager At Lotus Boise

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Nick Coe Named General Manager At Lotus Boise

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Nick Coe has been appointed General Manager of Lotus Communications four-station cluster in Boise, ID.

He takes over from Dane Wilt, who is retiring after a 23-year career with the company, which included tenures in Boise, Las Vegas, and Reno.

Coe previously worked at Cumulus’ Boise cluster for ten years, during which he advanced from account executive to higher roles before becoming a franchise owner for the past two years outside the industry.

The Lotus Boise cluster includes Adult Album Alternative 94.9 The River, Classic Country 107.1 HANK, Active Rock 100.3 The X, and Adult Hits 105.1 JACK.

WWE Network Ceasing Operations When Netflix Deal Begins in 2025

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WWE Network Ceasing Operations When Netflix Deal Begins in 2025

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WWE is set to begin airing Monday Night RAW on Netflix in 2025. That will mark the end of the WWE Network.

In a letter to WWE Network subscribers, the company says the network will cease to exist on January 1st, 2025.

“After January 1, Netflix will be the new exclusive home of WWE,” the letter said. “Netflix will bring WWE’s electrifying content all to one place, including weekly shows, Monday Night RAW, SmackDown, and NXT, plus premium live events (PLEs), such as WrestleMania, Royal Rumble, and SummerSlam. Many of WWE’s top moments, along with historic PLEs and select programming will be available on Netflix beginning on January 1.”

The WWE Network has previously been on Peacock since 2021. The network was originally launched as a streaming platform in February 2014.

However, WWE and Netflix agreed to a 10-year, $5 billion contract to air Monday Night RAW earlier this year. Other companies like Amazon and Disney were also reportedly included in the race for the rights.

The addition of Netflix is one of many changes to the WWE television deals. SmackDown is departing the FOX broadcast network in favor of Comcast’s USA Network. Meanwhile, NXT is now featured on The CW Network after previously airing on USA.

Dan Bongino: I’m Not in on Transtion Team Meetings with the Donald Trump Administration

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Dan Bongino: I’m Not in on Transtion Team Meetings with the Donald Trump Administration

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Reports have linked Westwood One nationally syndicated news/talk radio host Dan Bongino with a position in the Donald Trump administration. He shared that he’s not in on meetings with the incoming leadership.

Some reports have linked Bongino with the Director of Secret Service position under Trump, calling him a leading candidate. He has previously stated that he has not had any meetings or discussions about joining the administration.

During The Dan Bongino Show on Friday, the former Secret Service agent reiterated he has not been involved in the the discussions with the team assembling the Donald Trump administration.

“I’ve been honest with folks: I’m not in on transition team meetings,” said Bongino. “My job is outside the political space to comment on the inside, not the other way around. It benefits us a lot because it keeps my interest from being polluted. I’m not in on them. Do you think they call me every day and give me an update? I’m trying to analyze this thing in a sterile manner so I can give you an honest opinion.”

Bongino was critical of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle in the wake of the assassination attempt against Trump earlier this year. He called the leader “utterly unqualified” to lead the organization.

It would not be the first media member to be tabbed by Trump to serve during his second term. Former FOX & Friends Weekend host Pete Hegseth has been selected as the Secretary of Defense. Meanwhile, former Fox Business host Sean Duffy has been named as the nominee for Secretary of Transportation.

Dan Bongino inked an extension to remain with Westwood One in 2023. His news/talk radio show is heard on more than 350 stations around the country, and his podcast routinely finishes in the top 10 overall most-listened-to programs.

99.5 WYCD’s ‘Rob and Holly’ Hosting Thanksgiving Edition

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99.5 WYCD’s ‘Rob and Holly’ Hosting Thanksgiving Edition

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Audacy Detroit‘s Country 99.5 WYCD-FM will host a special Thanksgiving edition of the “Rob and Holly Show,” featuring a collaboration with Chris Lucas and Preston Brust of the Country duo LOCASH.

The program will include discussions on their efforts to support first responders, exclusive behind-the-scenes performances, and more.

 In a gesture of gratitude, Rob, Holly, Chris, and Preston will also deliver a Thanksgiving dinner to the first responders at the Detroit Police Department’s 10th precinct.

Additionally, officers will receive teddy bears from Bear Hug Detroit during the upcoming dinner event. This donation aims to provide a small token of comfort for officers to share with children facing crises.

Founded by Holly, Bear Hug Detroit is a charity dedicated to equipping first responders with teddy bears to help comfort children in difficult circumstances.

“Our first responders work tirelessly, often spending holidays away from their families to keep our community safe. We wanted to show our appreciation and bring a bit of the Thanksgiving spirit to them,” said Holly of the “Rob and Holly Show.” “We’re thrilled to have Chris and Preston from LOCASH join us and share this special moment of giving back.”

LOCASH will make a special appearance. This exclusive feature will showcase the duo discussing the significance of supporting first responders and sharing their enthusiasm for engaging with the vibrant community of Detroit. Viewers can expect heartwarming anecdotes, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and performances that embody the themes of gratitude and generosity.

Country music fans and supporters of law enforcement are invited to tune in for this unforgettable Thanksgiving special taking place November 28th, Thanksgiving Day, on Audacy Country stations nationwide. 

830 WCCO Raises Nearly $350K During 22nd Annual Hunger Mission Radiothon

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830 WCCO recently completed its 22nd annual Hunger Mission Radiothon, and the results were another smashing success.

The radiothon benefits the Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities. During the 2024 event, $348,000 was raised for the non-profit, which was held at the Mall of America.

In its 22 years of supporting the non-profit, 830 WCCO has collected $4.6 million to support the mission of UGMTC.

“We are deeply grateful to our fans who always show such tremendous generosity,” said Brand Manager Brad Lane. “This outpouring of support will continue helping UGMTC do the tremendous and necessary work they are engaged in every day here in the Twin Cities. It also demonstrates the power and relevance of this legacy station in the community!”

“Our partnership with WCCO for the Hunger Mission Radiothon 2024 reflects the heart of our mission at Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities – coming together as a community to extend hope and transform lives,” added Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities CEO Pam Stegoria Axberg.

“We are deeply grateful for WCCO’s unwavering support in amplifying the stories of resilience and redemption that inspire us all to make a difference and bring the community together to give,” she concluded.

The Audacy Minneapolis radiothon welcomed both phone pledges and online donations. The event was hosted at the Mall of America.

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