Radio News

A new blog from Cumulus Media and Westwood One’s Audio Active Group argues that advertisers who rely solely on streaming and podcasts are missing a significant portion of the U.S. audience, citing recent research from Advertiser Perceptions and Edison Research. According to the analysis, marketers and media agencies significantly underestimate the reach of AM/FM radio […]

Midwest Communications Inc., through its affiliate WRIG, Inc., has reached an agreement to acquire a radio group in Wisconsin from NRG Media LLC. An application for the transfer of licenses is being filed with the FCC. Terms were not disclosed. The transaction includes stations in multiple Central and Northern Wisconsin markets: WLKD-AM, W289CT-FX, and WMQA-FM […]

KJXK-FM (102.7 Bob FM) in San Antonio has named veteran radio personality Sam Pieprzyca as Program Director, expanding his role with the station as it continues to evolve its Adult Hits format. Pieprzyca brings more than 20 years of experience in the format within the San Antonio market, along with longstanding ties to both the […]

Sierra H Multimedia has introduced an all-female on-air lineup for KAJM (Sunny 104.3) in Phoenix, marking a new programming chapter for the station while maintaining established personalities on K257CD (Mega 99.3). The company said the revamped lineup underscores its focus on live, local radio and increased representation on the air in the Valley. Lindsay Lynch […]

Hip Hop WZMX-FM (Hot 93.7) in Hartford is celebrating its 25th anniversary today with special programming reflecting on the station’s history in the market. To mark the milestone, the station is airing an all-day retrospective featuring memorable interviews from the past 25 years, hosted by Jenny Boom Boom and DJ Buck. “For the past 25 […]

Connoisseur Media has flipped WARQ-FM in Columbia, SC from Live 93.5 to 93.5 The Bubble, introducing a new “feel good” music format designed to blend hits from the past three decades with current pop favorites. The station’s new brand references Columbia’s nickname, “Soda City,” and is positioned to appeal primarily to thirty-something female listeners with […]

The Country Radio Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2026, honoring seven individuals for their long-standing contributions to the Country radio industry. The announcement was made during CRS Honors at CRS 2026, with past inductees Mike Moore (Class of 2024) and Trish Biondo (Class of 2023) unveiling this year’s honorees. The 2026 class […]

Audacy has expanded Andy Hawk’s leadership role, naming him Brand Manager of Classic Rock KSEG (96.9 The Eagle) and KRXQ (98 Rock). In the new position, Hawk will oversee content strategy, talent, operations and branding for both stations, while continuing to serve as Brand Manager of KKDO (ALT 94.7). Ryan Castle, Audacy’s Rock Format Vice […]