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Paramount Skydance Acquisition Of Warner Bros. Discovery Reportedly Approved By Justice Department

"According to reporting by Politico, the DOJ approved the deal without requiring divestitures, behavioral remedies, or concessions."

FOX Sports’ FIFA World Cup Opening Match Draws Record 6.3 Million Viewers

"Mexico's 2-0 victory over South Africa drew 6,309,000 viewers on Thursday. That total makes it the most-watched Men's Opening Match and non-USMNT FIFA World Cup Group Stage telecast in English-language U.S. history."

Big Country 104.9 Launches Yacht Big Country Weekend Format Shake-Up

"This is part of our dare to be different initiative that we hope all of radio will re-embrace,"

2026 Political Advertising to Reach Record $11.6 Billion, AdImpact Forecast Shows

The revised estimate would make the cycle the most expensive on record and represents a 4% increase compared to the 2024 presidential election.

Rich Shertenlieb, John Mamola Amongst iHeartMedia Sports Layoffs

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Tale of Two Boston Sports Media Personalities: Tony Massarotti and Dan Shaughnessy

"One is beautifully beloved while the other is dastardly detested."

Tony Massarotti of 98.5 The Sports Hub Apologizes for Using Anti-Asian Slur

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98.5 The Sports Hub Host Tony Massarotti Under Fire For Using Racial Slur On-Air

It is not the first time that Massarotti has been under the microscope for racially charged comments.

Radio Station Talent Not Tied to Revenue or Content Development Can No Longer Be Surprised by Getting Let Go

To borrow a line from the great Billy Joel, "I got a call from an old friend, we used to be real close..." This...

Ryan Johnston: Boston Bruins Radio Play-by-Play Position is “The Dream Job”

Beasley Media Group and the Boston Bruins recently announced Ryan Johnston as the team's new radio play-by-play voice which airs on 98.5 The Sports...

Ryan Johnston Named Boston Bruins Play-by-Play Announcer on 98.5 The Sports Hub

Beasley Media Group has announced Ryan Johnston as the new radio play-by-play voice of the Boston Bruins broadcasts on 98.5 The Sports Hub. Johnston...

‘Toucher and Hardy’ Names ‘Adam 12’ Chapman Executive Producer, Dan O’Brien and Mike Lockhart Out

98.5 The Sports Hub in Boston has made more big changes in morning drive. This time the moves are behind the scenes and have...

Mike Felger: ‘I Feel Horrible’ About Andy Gresh and Christian Fauria Losing Their Jobs at WEEI

The sports radio battle in Boston took a turn this week when Audacy's WEEI made significant changes in its weekday lineup to find a...

98.5 The Sports Hub Celebrates 15 Years of Boston Sports Radio Success

This year marks the 15th anniversary of Beasley Media Group's 98.5 The Sports Hub, by any measurement one of the top sports radio stations...

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FOX Sports’ FIFA World Cup Opening Match Draws Record 6.3 Million Viewers

"Mexico's 2-0 victory over South Africa drew 6,309,000 viewers on Thursday. That total makes it the most-watched Men's Opening Match and non-USMNT FIFA World Cup Group Stage telecast in English-language U.S. history."

Big Country 104.9 Launches Yacht Big Country Weekend Format Shake-Up

"This is part of our dare to be different initiative that we hope all of radio will re-embrace,"

2026 Political Advertising to Reach Record $11.6 Billion, AdImpact Forecast Shows

The revised estimate would make the cycle the most expensive on record and represents a 4% increase compared to the 2024 presidential election.

Former MLB Broadcaster John Sanders Dies At 83

"Total respect for John, pro’s pro, good guy. Enjoyed being around him, I’d seen him most recently at Pitt games but I haven’t seen him for a couple of years. It’s just said, it’s all too soon, what a guy!"