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Scripps News Enacts Mass Layoffs, Ends National News Programming

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Scripps News Enacts Mass Layoffs, Ends National News Programming

The E.W. Scripps Company is making widespread cuts of more than 200 employees and will end its national news programming from Scripps News, the company has announced.

In a memo to employees, CEO Adam Symson told staffers that Scripps News is departing over-the-air television and will remain on digital platforms. With the move, a crew of reporters will remain based in Washington D.C. to continue to serve local stations.

“Over the last two years, Scripps News’ live anchored coverage and documentary programming have grown its linear television audience, but the prospects for the necessary revenue growth haven’t materialized, despite our sales teams’ efforts,” Symson said. “Scripps News’ current financial position is what has led me to the decision to scale back our approach to 24-hour news and over-the-air coverage.”

The CEO told employees that advertising difficulties have forced the company to make the move.

“Amidst an already difficult linear television advertising marketplace, many brands and agencies have decided that advertising around national news is just too risky for them given the polarized nature of this country, no matter the accolades and credentials a news organization like Scripps receives for its objectivity,” he added. “I vehemently disagree, but it is hurting Scripps News, along with every other national linear and digital news outlet.”

The company purchased the channel Newsy in 2014, rebranding it as Scripps News in 2023. The company will begin “winding down” the national news programming on Friday, November 15th.

Dan Bongino: George Soros Becoming Major Shareholder of Audacy Won’t Stop Me From Criticizing Him

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Dan Bongino: George Soros Becoming Major Shareholder of Audacy Won’t Stop Me From Criticizing Him

Dan Bongino is on numerous radio stations across the country. And he says he isn’t afraid of Audacy pulling his show from any of its stations as he continues to criticize George Soros, who purchased enough shares in the radio giant to become its largest shareholder.

In a post to social media, Dan Bongino made his feelings known that he won’t be toning down his thoughts on the billionaire anytime soon, in spite of his investment into Audacy.

“I’m on well over 300 radio stations across the country and I’d like to make my position both public and crystal clear on the acquisition of some stations by George Soros: Here it is – (expletive) George Soros,” Bongino wrote.

“And I give exactly zero (expletives) about what he thinks about that. He can cancel my show today and I will not lose a micro-second of sleep over that. My listeners know how to find me. (Expletive) Soros.”

After Soros became a major stakeholder in the radio company, many observers believed he wouldn’t stop at Audacy. Some have said he’d be interested in buying into other radio groups, such as Cumulus Media, the parent company of Westwood One, which distributes Bongino’s nationally syndicated radio show.

People’s Choice Country Awards Winners Honored

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People’s Choice Country Awards Winners Honored

Country music artists, industry professionals, and fans convened at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House last night (8/26) for the second annual People’s Choice Country Awards hosted by Shania Twain.

Morgan Wallen emerged as the standout winner of the night, securing four awards in total. His wins included The People’s Artist of 2024, The Concert Tour of 2024, The Social Country Star of 2024, and The Song of 2024 for “I Had Some Help” with Post Malone.

Luke Combs also had a successful night, walking away with three awards for The Male Artist of 2024, The Album of 2024 for “Fathers & Sons,” and The Male Country Song of 2024 with “Ain’t No Love In Oklahoma.” The up-and-coming country artist Shaboozey made a strong impression by clinching The New Artist of 2024 and The New Artist Song of 2024 for “A Bar Song (Tipsy).”

Lainey Wilson, Dan + Shay, Dasha, Cody Johnson, Old Dominion, Zach Bryan, Machine Gun Kelly (MGK), and Jelly Roll also took home trophies.

As previously announced (BMM 9/6), Kane Brown was awarded the Country Champion Award. Miranda Lambert was presented with the Country Icon Award.

Here is the complete list of winners and nominees by category.

The People’s Artist of 2024:

Winner – Morgan Wallen

Beyoncé

Jelly Roll

Kacey Musgraves

Kane Brown

Lainey Wilson

Luke Combs

Zach Bryan

The Female Artist of 2024:

Winner – Lainey Wilson

Beyoncé

Carly Pearce

Dolly Parton

Kacey Musgraves

Kelsea Ballerini

Megan Moroney

Miranda Lambert

The Male Artist of 2024:

Winner – Luke Combs

Bailey Zimmerman

Chris Stapleton

Cody Johnson

Jelly Roll

Kane Brown

Morgan Wallen

Zach Bryan

The Group / Duo of 2024:

Winner – Dan + Shay

Brothers Osborne

Old Dominion

Ole 60

The Red Clay Strays

The War And Treaty

Tigirlily Gold

Zac Brown Band

The New Artist of 2024:

Winner – Shaboozey

Chase Matthew

Chayce Beckham

Dasha

Koe Wetzel

Nate Smith

Tucker Wetmore

Warren Zeiders

The Social Country Star of 2024:

Winner – Morgan Wallen

Bailey Zimmerman

Beyoncé

Dolly Parton

Jelly Roll

Kelsea Ballerini

Luke Combs

Reba McEntire

The Song of 2024:

“I Had Some Help” – Post Malone feat. Morgan Wallen

The Female Song of 2024:

“Austin (Boots Stop Workin’)” – Dasha

The Male Song of 2024:

“Ain’t No Love In Oklahoma (From Twisters: The Album)” – Luke Combs

The Group / Duo Song of 2024:

“Different About You” – Old Dominion

The Collaboration Song of 2024:

“I Remember Everything” – Zach Bryan feat. Kacey Musgraves

The Cover Song of 2024:

“Sun to Me” – MGK

The Crossover Song of 2024:

“Lonely Road” – mgk feat. Jelly Roll

The New Artist Song of 2024:

“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” – Shaboozey

The Storyteller Song of 2024:

“Dirt Cheap” – Cody Johnson

The Album of 2024:

Fathers & Sons – Luke Combs

The Music Video of 2024:

“Miles On It” – Marshmello & Kane Brown

The Concert Tour of 2024:

“One Night At A Time 2024” – Morgan Wallen

iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Lineup Announced

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iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Lineup Announced

The details of the annual iHeartRadio Jingle Ball tour are starting to become known. The tour will visit various markets in December, including New York City, Los Angeles, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Miami, and more. The lineup will feature Katy Perry, Tate McRae, Jack Harlow, Shaboozey, Benson Boone, The Kid LAROI, and more.

“Nearly 30 years ago, iHeartRadio New York’s Z100 introduced Jingle Ball, the first ever NYC holiday concert with the biggest artists of the year performing their #1 hits,” Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer, and John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises said in a joint statement. “The show quickly became a holiday tradition and has now grown into a nationwide multi-city sold-out tour that we bring back to fans every year.”

“Elvis Duran & The Morning Show” officially revealed the lineup for iHeartRadio’s Jingle Ball 2024, presented by Capital One during their on-air announcement. The concert, set for December 13 at Madison Square Garden, will feature performances by Katy Perry, Tate McRae, Twenty One Pilots, Teddy Swims, Meghan Trainor, The Kid LAROI, Madison Beer, Benson Boone, Gracie Abrams, Shaboozey, and NCT Dream.

The lineup for KIIS 102.7/Los Angeles’ Jingle Ball will be disclosed at the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Lineup Announcement Party today. (8/27) The event will feature The Kid LAROI and Dasha at the iHeartRadio LA Theater.

WMAL Morning Host Larry O’Connor to Teach Hillsdale College Class on Podcasting

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WMAL Morning Host Larry O’Connor to Teach Hillsdale College Class on Podcasting

WMAL morning man Larry O’Connor is going to college. Hillsdale College, that is, to teach students of the Michigan university about podcasting.

The O’Connor & Company host will teach a one-credit, two-week course called “Broadcasting and Podcasting” at the college. He will aim to teach how media has evolved in recent years, and will approach it through the lens of how the medium was influenced by Andrew Breitbart.

He told the college’s newspaper he’s hoping to inspire students to launch their own media endeavors.

“It’s very much a wide-open field, and I think it’s something that if I had to do it all over again, I’d be thrilled to be starting at your age,” O’Connor said.

He added that he hopes to teach young people how to begin their media careers, something he had to figure out on his own.

“By the end of the classes that I’m delivering, I’m hoping that anyone who attends it should have the tools to just plug in a microphone to their computer and start their own podcast,” O’Connor said. “I never went to college,” he added. “It’s pretty wild for me to find myself in this position as an instructor for college students.”

The class taught by the WMAL host will begin on Monday, October 21st.

Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Announces Induction Presenters And Performers

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Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Announces Induction Presenters And Performers

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation has announced the lineup of special guests who will present, perform, and honor this year’s Inductees at the Induction Ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 19, at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland.

Newly announced presenters and performers for the upcoming event include a star-studded lineup featuring Busta Rhymes, Chuck D, Dr. Dre, Demi Lovato, Dua Lipa, Ella Mai, James Taylor, Jelly Roll, Julia Roberts, Keith Urban, Kenny Chesney, Lucky Daye, Mac McAnally, Method Man, Roger Daltrey, Sammy Hagar, Slash, and The Roots.

More presenters and performers will be announced leading up to the show date.

The 2024 inductees include Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & the Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, and A Tribe Called Quest. Additionally, Alexis Korner, John Mayall, and Big Mama Thornton have been recognized for their Musical Influence, while Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick, and Norman Whitfield have been acknowledged for Musical Excellence. Suzanne De Passe is the 2024 recipient of the Ahmet Ertegun Award.

Inductees performing include Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & the Gang, and Dionne Warwick.

“Every year, the biggest names in music, film, and culture step onto the stage at our ceremony to pay tribute to the iconic inductees whose music has defined generations,” said John Sykes, Chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation. “These are once-in-a-lifetime moments created that will be remembered forever.”

The upcoming Induction Ceremony will be broadcast live on Disney+ on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 7 pm (ET) and will be available for streaming after the event. ABC is set to air a primetime special, “2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony,” showcasing performance highlights and memorable moments on Jan. 1, 2025, from 8-11 pm (ET). The special will be available the following day on Hulu and Disney+.

iHeartMedia Signs 7 Year Contract Extension with the Minnesota Vikings to Stay on 100.3 KFAN and 1130 KTLK

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iHeartMedia Signs 7 Year Contract Extension with the Minnesota Vikings to Stay on 100.3 KFAN and 1130 KTLK

iHeartMedia and the Minnesota Vikings have signed a seven-year contract extension for the team’s games to remain on 100.3 KFAN and 1130 KTLK. The stations will continue to carry all preseason, regular season and postseason games.

KFAN has carried Vikings games since 2001 making 2025 the 25th season of the station’s partnership and the deal extending their arrangement through the 2031 season. As part of the deal, there will continue to be events and game coverage across all of the iHeartMedia Minneapolis brands and platforms and co-produced Vikings-related football programming on KFXN-FM.

iHeartMedia Minneapolis Market President Greg Alexander said in a release, “We are delighted to continue our long-term partnership with the Minnesota Vikings. Next season will mark our 25th anniversary together. Our relationship has been fantastic over the years, and as we keep collaborating, we will uncover new opportunities to create outstanding experiences for our listeners.””

Vikings EVP/Chief Marketing Officer Martin Nance commented, ““We’re thrilled to announce the extension of our long-term partnership, which will bring our content to an even wider audience through iHeartMedia’s cutting-edge radio and podcast networks. This collaboration not only enables our teams at the Minnesota Vikings and iHeartMedia to connect with more listeners in real time, but it also harnesses the power of advanced technology to deliver the high-quality, engaging programming our audiences expect and love. Together, we’re excited about the future and the endless possibilities for creating even more meaningful and innovative fan experiences.”

Vikings EVP/Chief Revenue Officer John Penhollow said, “By delivering our content and programming to a larger, more diverse audience through iHeartMedia’s radio and podcast networks, we’re creating new avenues for advertisers and sponsors to connect with highly engaged listeners. The extension of this partnership is a key part of our growth strategy, allowing us to innovate with iHeartMedia to find new ways to enhance the listener experience.”

Heather Deluca Exits SoJo 104.9 Atlantic City

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Heather Deluca Exits SoJo 104.9 Atlantic City

Heather Deluca is out as Brand Manager and midday host at Townsquare Media’s Hot AC WSJO (SoJo 104.9)/Atlantic City. During her 15-year tenure, Deluca held various positions, including APD/MD and finally PD.

Joe Kelly, Townsquare Atlantic City Director of Content, will take over WSJO programming. Kelly will continue as Brand Manager and morning host at Country WPUR (Cat Country 107.3).

Dick Vitale Receives Humanitarian Award, Inducted into the Broadcasting + Cable Hall of Fame

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Dick Vitale Receives Humanitarian Award, Inducted into the Broadcasting + Cable Hall of Fame

Dick Vitale, who has called more than a thousand NCAA college basketball games with ESPN, was inducted last night into the Broadcasting + Cable Hall of Fame in Manhattan. The class included ABC’s George Stephanopoulos and Debra OConnell, president of news group and networks for the Walt Disney Company.

Vitale was given the Humanitarian Award at the event for his efforts to combat cancer, especially pediatric cancer.

Vitale posted on social media after the event, “No one gets Hall of Fame honors like I am tonight from the Broadcasting + Cable Hall of Fame without the help of many.” He went on to thank his wife of 53 tears, Lorraine and his ESPN family he has been with for 45 years as well as ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro and his colleagues along with his longtime agent, fellow coaches, fans and media.

In May at Vitale’s annual event, Pitaro had said, “As wonderful as he is on air, Dick Vitale the humanitarian is even more impressive. Despite his frustrations with not being able to work on TV, he never stopped working on behalf of humanity. That’s the essence of Dick Vitale.” 

Vitale has been off the air as he has been recovering from various surgeries due to cancer.

Vitale was the head basketball coach at the University of Detroit from 1973-77 and was then named the head coach of the Detroit Pistons. He was fired 12 games into the 1979-80 season, and he joined the new cable sports channel, ESPN. Vitale worked as analyst alongside Joe Boyle for the networks first college basketball game on Dec. 5, 1979 between DePaul and Wisconsin.

Vitale is on the board of directors of The V Foundation, the nonprofit founded in 1993 by the late Jim Valvano. The V Foundation is dedicated to finding a cure for cancer and Vitale hosts the annual Dick Vitale Gala in Florida, benefiting the foundation. The 2024 gala raised nearly $25 million, and overall funds raised by the event in its 19 years are close to $93 million. 

FOX Weather Meteorologist Bob Van Dillen Rescues Atlanta Motorist From Flood Waters Live on Fox News

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FOX Weather Meteorologist Bob Van Dillen Rescues Atlanta Motorist From Flood Waters Live on Fox News

FOX Weather meteorologist Bob Van Dillen made a heroic rescue effort Friday morning while he was live on Fox News.

As Hurricane Helene slammed the southeast, flooding became rampant in Atlanta, where Van Dillen was stationed. As he was reporting live on FOX & Friends, he could hear a woman screaming from her car as it was being submerged.

Van Dillen called 911 to help the woman, but due to the flooding, the response time took longer than usual. “911’s gotcha. You’re good,” he reassured the woman.

However, as his report concluded, he said he couldn’t stand by and do nothing, so he gave his microphone, cell phone, and wallet to his photographer, and waded into the water just after 7 AM to help the woman from her trapped car.

“I just said ‘I realize I’m with you guys, I’m on-air, but I can’t let it go,'” he shared. Van Dillen added that the water got about chest-deep for him. He said the water was roughly 80 degrees, so it wasn’t as cold as maybe some observers expected, and there wasn’t much of a current to stop him from making the rescue.

Bob Van Dillen was hailed as a hero by the FOX & Friends cast Friday morning. Janice Dean said she was not surprised that the FOX Weather meteorologist did what he did, stating that she’s known him for 15 years and knows that’s the type of person he is.

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