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NFL Faces New Trial Over $4.7 Billion Sunday Ticket Verdict

The ruling represents another setback for the NFL as it defends its Sunday Ticket distribution model.

Joe Davis, Former Salem Media COO, Dies at 82

"He was our guide, our anchor, and our greatest supporter. I am a better man and a better father because of his example."

Ernie Johnson Hopes His Retirement Doesn’t Mean the End of Inside the NBA

"I would hope that they could continue the show in some form. And there are plenty of great studio hosts out there who could do what I do."

Ben Stevens Elevated To Full Time Co-Host of “D-Fish & Decker” at 97.1 The Fan

"Stevens has been a rotating fill-in host since 97.1 The Fan launched in May."

Erik Bradley Named Brand Manager Of 98.7 The Spot

"It’s an honor to be trusted to lead DFW’s 98.7 The Spot here in my home of North Texas."

How Radio Can Correct a Broken Music Discovery Experience

"Radio can serve as the music listener’s escape while also allowing for entertaining discourse and conversation. These methods can ultimately lead to radio becoming a destination for music discovery."

Shawn Tempesta Departs 96.3 KKLZ Las Vegas

"Throughout the last three and a half years with the company, I helped launch 102.7 VGS and took it from 20th to 1st in mornings in less than a year, helped KKLZ successfully transition after the departure of the legendary Mike O’Brian."

KOOL 105 Morning Host Dom Testa Exits

“Dom has been a tremendous resource and colleague, and we wish him nothing but the best in his future endeavors.”

KOLA 99.9 Names Freddy Rivera as Afternoon Drive Host

"This community raised me, and I'm honored to bring my voice home every afternoon. I'm ready to do the best work of my career at such a legendary station."

Radio’s Most Obvious Missed Opportunity: A Culture-Forward Classic Hits Format

Year one proves it works. Year three proves it scales. By year five, everyone claims they saw it coming.

How SiriusXM Evolved the Traditional Broadcaster to the Satellite Star

"Phenomenal audio is generated by talent, not a delivery system. Audio genius isn’t confined by a tower or a market."

Adult Hits by the Numbers: How the Format Stacked Up in 2025

I built the analysis using Mediabase’s full-year statistics for each format’s airplay in 2025 to look at which artists received the most spins.

Redefining Classic Hits in the Streaming Era

Play what is expected from your brand, but also offer a variety that surprises.

KOLA 99.9 Afternoon Host Vic Slick Announces Retirement

"He was already a legend when we hired him, and he has remained a legend the whole time he’s been with us at KOLA."

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Joe Davis, Former Salem Media COO, Dies at 82

"He was our guide, our anchor, and our greatest supporter. I am a better man and a better father because of his example."

Ernie Johnson Hopes His Retirement Doesn’t Mean the End of Inside the NBA

"I would hope that they could continue the show in some form. And there are plenty of great studio hosts out there who could do what I do."

Ben Stevens Elevated To Full Time Co-Host of “D-Fish & Decker” at 97.1 The Fan

"Stevens has been a rotating fill-in host since 97.1 The Fan launched in May."

Borrell Associates: Digital Advertising Will Reach 80% of Local Ad Spending by 2030

Borrell Associates projects that figure will climb considerably over the next four years as the industry undergoes what it describes as a "great reshuffling."