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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."

Where Are The Sports Radio Programmers of Tomorrow?

"As someone who's helped many aspiring programmers over the years, I've seen less new people seeking out advice the past few years than they did from 2011-2019."

VSiN, Altitude Sports Announce 24/7 Radio Partnership

"Starting Monday November 1st, Altitude Sports 950AM will convert to a 24/7 sports betting information format, airing VSiN's best in class sports betting programming."

Mixed Results In New York Summer Book For WFAN, 98.7 ESPN NY

"Analyzing NYC's sports radio ratings can be very complicated. 98.7 ESPN New York produces one total number. WFAN, which is owned by Audacy, conducts their business differently."

Sports Junkies Top 5 Finish Highlights 106.7 The Fan’s Summer Book

"The Sports Junkies recorded the highest ranking on the station for the book. The Junkies were 5th in morning drive with a 5.3 share."

104.5 The Zone Shines In Nashville Summer Book

"Mickey Ryan and Blaine Bishop in particular stood out, finishing 2nd in their slot during all three months during the book."

104.3 The Fan Turns In Stellar Summer Book in Denver

"Mark Schlereth and Mike Evans remained the market's best performing sports talk show, registering a 6.4 share to finish 1st from 6a-9a."

The Fan in Indy & The Fan in Portland Deliver In Summer Book

"JMV produced The Fan's best numbers in Indy for the quarter, turning in an 8.2 in afternoon drive. Primetime with Isaac and Suke, produced a market best 4.4 share for the quarter in Portland."

Led By Common Man & T-Bone, 97.1 The Fan Produces Monster Summer Book

"Common Man and T-Bone delivered a station best 18.0 share to finish 1st overall in afternoons from 3p-6p, picking up 3.2 points year over year."

KNBR Enjoys Strong Summer Book In San Francisco

"For the full week, KNBR finished 1st in the market among Men 25-54 with a 5.1. The station also produced a 5.1 in weekday prime (M-F 6a-7p) which placed them 2nd."

92.9 The Game Leads Atlanta Summer Book, 680 The Fan Gains Ground

"The Game's afternoon team of Carl Dukes and Mike Bell delivered the station's best performance for the quarter. Dukes and Bell finished tied for 2nd in PM drive with an impressive 8.5 share."

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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."