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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."

Townsquare Media Fined $500K For Failing to Disclose Paid Political Informercial

The program aired on weekends from October 2021 through March 2023.

Radio Groups Asking FCC For Ownership Deregulation

“No radio station in any market has more than 1% of the local advertising market share – while Google, Facebook, and Amazon divide more than half of that local revenue and provide no local service.”

NAB CEO Curtis Legeyt Applauds Court Decision to Complete Quadrennial Review

"This ruling is an important step to compel a review that the record makes clear is necessary to allow local broadcasters to more fairly compete and deliver our trusted, locally-focused programming in a transformed media marketplace."

NAB President Pushes Congress to Modernize FCC Ownership Rules

“Modernizing ownership regulations also makes broadcasting more desirable for potential investors and new entrants, ensuring continued investment and encouraging greater diversity in local broadcasting and content.”

Standard General Walks Away From Deal to Buy Tegna, 97.1 The Fan

"Standard General now has to pay a $136 million termination fee."

NAB CEO Praises Biden FCC Nominee

President Joe Biden has nominated Anna Gomez to fill the open seat on the FCC, and the move received praise from NAB President and...

Ed Markey Introduces AM For Every Vehicle Act With Bipartisan Support

"When the cell phone runs out, the internet gets cut off, or the television doesn’t work because of no electricity or power to your house, you can still turn on your AM radio."

FCC: Evidence Supporting TikTok Ban ‘is Crystal Clear’

"Look, I've testified before the same committee many times, sat in the same chair, and never seen anything like that. The day could not have gone any worse for TikTok."

8 Radio Companies Ask FCC To Eliminate Ownership Caps

"The executives collectively urge the FCC to remove the antiquated regulatory barriers hindering radio's ability to compete in the modern market."

FCC Proposes $504K Fine On FOX Sports For NFL Radio Promo

"According to the FCC, FOX self-reported the spot in an email to the organization."

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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."