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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."

Haley Taylor Simon Out At 97.5 The Fanatic

"I LOVE radio. That I will miss. Go birds and thank you all for supporting me live out my dream. It did come true. How lucky am I??"

How Mike Salk Celebrates Seattle Sports Success While Evolving for a New Generation

"People sure seem to know the show and station around the city. Whether Nielsen says that or not, I don’t really care"

How Sports Radio Can Change the Playbook on the Holiday Music Format Flips

"This holiday season, don’t just watch the ratings slide toward jingles and bells. Fight for every listener"

Mike Breen: NBA Making a “Mistake” With No Playoff Games on Regional Sports Networks

"We have to be careful not to lose the RSNs because, for fans, that’s your connection to the team"

Paul Finebaum Shares Timetable on Decision To Leave ESPN for Alabama Senate Run

"I feel like I have to get to the end of the [college football] season before making a decision. If it costs me getting in, then I will find something else to let my mind wander on"

Peacock, NBC Sports Return With Madden NFL Cast on Thanksgiving Night

"We are excited to once again work with the NFL, EA SPORTS, and Genius Sports to offer fans the ability to watch Madden NFL come to life, exclusively on Peacock"

ESPN Adds Brian Windhorst to NBA Countdown

"Senior writer Brian Windhorst joins the program after signing a multi-year extension with the network"

Kirk Minihane Taking Leave From Barstool Sports

"The hiatus marks at least the fourth time since 2018 that Minihane has paused his on-air work to address mental health issues"

Sinclair Reportedly Aiming For Deal With E.W. Scripps

"The company disclosed the effort in an SEC filing, confirming it has accumulated more than 8 percent of Scripps’ stock in recent weeks as part of a broader strategy to accelerate consolidation across the sector"

Three Lessons ESPN Taught Other Networks for Their Upcoming Carriage Disputes

"Was there anything to learn from this dispute that ESPN and other sports networks can change their approach next time? Because there will be a next time"

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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."