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Cumulus Media Releases Statement On Greg Papa Departure From KNBR

"We’re not able to comment on the specifics of his departure, but we want to be clear about this: our respect and gratitude for everything Greg has given to KNBR, its listeners, and its team runs deep."

Cumulus Radio Layoffs Hit Multiple Markets This Week

David@Barrettmedia.com if you have information from affected employees.

WLS-AM 890 Morning Host Ray Stevens Inks Multi-Year Contract Extension

"I love Chicago radio and I love WLS."

PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp Adds Former NFL Executive Will Deng as SVP Media Strategy

"Deng spent more than 11 years at the NFL, most recently leading corporate strategy."

Dianna Russini Learned When You Don’t Control the Message, It Controls You

"Dianna Russini’s resignation underscores a hard truth in modern media: optics and silence can define a career as much as your reporting."

Michele Steele Reflects on Her Pivot From ESPN to Big Ten Network

"I was not done with sports when the chapter at ESPN ended. I was actively thinking what the next chapter certainly would look like."

Dianna Russini Steps Down From The Athletic

"Rather than allowing this to continue, I have decided to step aside now — before my current contract expires on June 30."

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver To Receive 2026 Edison Achievement Award

"Adam Silver has not only upheld the NBA’s legacy as a premier global sports league but has boldly reinvented it for the 21st century."

Bill Cowher Joins Pat McAfee NFL Draft Spectacular Program Next Week

"Anytime that jaw is bumping, I'm enthralled by what he's saying, and he's ready. I mean, He loves the draft."

Kyle Draper Departs Sacramento Kings Broadcast Team

"Your passion and love for your team was felt every night I walked into Golden 1 Center. And I’ll always hold the love you showed me close to my heart."

Scott Van Pelt Understands Fan Frustration With Rory McIlroy Final Round Coverage

"You’re following that ball through the air and the ball is coming from a place you can't see. You're trying to find it, and in that instance they didn't. That's an awfully difficult time to have that happen."

92.3 The Fan Debuts Adds “The Fan Wakeup” to Weekday Programming Beginning April 20

"We feel like at times we may not be getting the needs met for our listeners. Now, with this extra hour, I think we’re going to be able to do that."

Sports Media Remembers Tennessee Titans Broadcaster Dave McGinnis

"McGinnis spent more than 30 years coaching in the NFL."

Learfield Reportedly Close To Finalizing Sale To Private Equity Firm TPG

"Learfield leadership is expected to remain intact. CEO and President Cole Gahagan will continue to lead the company, and no immediate operational changes are planned."

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Cumulus Radio Layoffs Hit Multiple Markets This Week

David@Barrettmedia.com if you have information from affected employees.

WLS-AM 890 Morning Host Ray Stevens Inks Multi-Year Contract Extension

"I love Chicago radio and I love WLS."

PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp Adds Former NFL Executive Will Deng as SVP Media Strategy

"Deng spent more than 11 years at the NFL, most recently leading corporate strategy."

Kennedy Elsey Wins 2026 MIW Airblazer Award

"Female radio personalities continue shaping broadcast media's future."