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CNBC’s Rick Santelli Announces Upcoming Retirement

He joined CNBC in 1999 and has spent much of his career reporting from the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and Chicago Board of Trade.

Houston Radio: KJOZ Launches The X 106.1 Format

"Houston's radio landscape continues reshaping rapidly. "

Maria Bartiromo Fired: Why Fox News Made the Right Call

Whatever the underlying motivation, the message to every other host and producer on the payroll is the same: sharing confidential editorial strategy with outside political figures will get you fired. No matter how close you are to the audience or the administration.

Why NBC Sports’ Return to Baseball Proves Local Broadcasters Still Matter

"NBC’s three-year multimedia agreement with Major League Baseball is off to an impressive start."

Why Radio Stations Need Mascots More Than Ever in 2026

A mascot can always protect the brand because it can't age out of the demo, hold you hostage during a contract negotiation, get poached by a competitor, or go on Facebook and rant about the President.

Audacy Moving KNX News Off 97.1 FM for FM All-Sports Station

"This launch further strengthens Audacy as the unrivaled leader in sports audio."

CNN Adds Rachel Siegel as Business Reporter

In her new role with CNN, she'll be based at the network's Washington, D.C. bureau.

FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez: Review of Disney Licenses a ‘Political Stunt’

Those licenses were not up for renewal until 2028.

Gabe Mercer Joins Country 107.9 In Mornings Following Cheyenne Davis Exit

"I got my start in radio with KMLE and it feels right to be coming back."

FCC Preparing Challenge to Disney’s O&O TV Licenses

The potential review comes after both President Donald Trump and the First Lady have called for Jimmy Kimmel to be fired for his monologue last week.

Spotify Revenue Increases 14% During 2026’s 1st Quarter

It also saw a 9% increase in premium subscribers during the first three months of 2026.

CW Network Acquires Broadcast Rights for All WWE ‘NXT’ Premium Live Events

"WWE NXT has energized our Tuesday nights by consistently delivering a loyal and passionate fanbase to The CW every week."

NFL Draft First Round Viewership Down Slightly From 2025

"The 2026 NFL Draft drew a record 805,000 fans across three days. Thursday alone brought in a record 320,000 for Round 1."

Would Sports Media Executives Follow the NFL’s AI Scouting Example?

"If NFL front offices can rely on AI to sort through hundreds of prospects, identify hidden value, and ultimately make smarter draft decisions, there’s no reason sports media can’t apply that same thinking to its own version of scouting."

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Houston Radio: KJOZ Launches The X 106.1 Format

"Houston's radio landscape continues reshaping rapidly. "

Maria Bartiromo Fired: Why Fox News Made the Right Call

Whatever the underlying motivation, the message to every other host and producer on the payroll is the same: sharing confidential editorial strategy with outside political figures will get you fired. No matter how close you are to the audience or the administration.

Why NBC Sports’ Return to Baseball Proves Local Broadcasters Still Matter

"NBC’s three-year multimedia agreement with Major League Baseball is off to an impressive start."

WWDD: What Would Dolly Do Radio Industry Leadership

Hundreds of stations synchronized to play “I Will Always Love You” simultaneously.