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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."

BIA Advisory Services Ups 2026 Local Advertising Forecast to $185 Billion

“Stronger spending from higher-income households is supporting discretionary categories like travel, leisure, and automotive, while value-oriented spending is shaping demand in retail, restaurants, and essential services.”

Paramount Skydance President Jeff Shell Exits

Shell has been on the job for less than a year. He joined the company in August 2025.

Vice Studios Bolsters Leadership With Slate of New Hires and Promotions

"Our mission is to deliver projects that push cultural boundaries and resonate globally while staying unapologetically authentic."

NBCUniversal Local Launches 100-Day Campaign Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday

It culminates on July 4 with six hours of live coverage of Sail4th 250 events in New York Harbor — the largest assembly of international ships in U.S. history.

FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez: Nexstar/TEGNA Deal ‘Approved with No Full Commission Vote’

"The consequences of this rubber stamp approval will be felt in living rooms and newsrooms across the country, resulting in fewer voices, less competition, and higher costs for consumers.”

Nexstar Media Group Closes on Acquisition of TEGNA Following FCC Approval

"We are grateful to President Trump, Chairman Carr, and the DOJ for recognizing the dynamic forces shaping the media landscape and enabling this transaction to move forward.”

8 States Sue to Block Nexstar Media Group Merger with TEGNA

In the filing, California Attorney General Rob Bonta called the potential merger between Nexstar and TEGNA "illegal, plain and simple."

Reflecting on Bob Iger’s Legacy As He Departs Disney

Some might say Bob Iger's legacy is "complicated." I disagree.

CPAC Joins List Opposing FCC Lifting Local TV Ownership Caps

"Polling consistently shows that Americans — and especially conservatives — do not want further consolidation of broadcast television power in the hands of a few national entities."

FCC Chair Brendan Carr: Paramount Skydance Purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery ‘Should Get Through Pretty Quickly’

"I think there’s some real consumer benefits that can emerge from it.”

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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."