Tag: Radio
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WKRP is Back On Air in Cincinnati
The fictional WKRP Cincinnati radio station isn’t fictional anymore. As of Monday morning, the station is on the air in Ohio. A trio of radio stations known as The Oasis are now being rebranded with the new call letters. Previously, the branding was owned by a small FM station in Raleigh, NC. The station put…
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One of the Largest Owners of FM & Am Radio Stations Is in Bankruptcy & New Owners Will Soon Take Over
In a significant move that marks the end of an era for one of America’s largest radio broadcasters, Cumulus Media has unveiled plans to transition to private ownership as part of a prepackaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization. The company, which has been grappling with financial challenges amid evolving media landscapes, aims to shed its public…
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A Growing Number of FM & AM Radio Stations Are Shutting Down
The number of commercial AM and FM radio stations in the United States has steadily declined over the past decade, reflecting broader shifts in how people consume audio content. According to recent Federal Communications Commission data, AM radio stations have decreased by 7% since 2015, dropping from approximately 4,684 to 4,342 licensed stations by the…
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A Major Owner of FM & AM Radio Stations is Declaring Bankruptcy
Cumulus Media, one of the largest radio broadcasters in the United States, has initiated Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings as part of a strategic effort to eliminate a substantial portion of its outstanding debt and bolster its financial stability. The company announced an agreement with key creditors to wipe out approximately $600 million in obligations through…
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Soon, Every AM & FM Radio Station in Your Town Could Be Owned By One Company if The National Association of Broadcasters Has Its Way
The National Association of Broadcasters has intensified its campaign to push the Federal Communications Commission toward swift deregulation of longstanding broadcast ownership limits. In a detailed 87-page reply comment submitted on January 16, 2026, the NAB reinforced its position that current restrictions on local radio and television station ownership no longer serve the public interest…
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Trump May Save AM Radio
President Donald Trump has intensified his long-standing commitment to ensuring AM radio remains accessible in all new automobiles, highlighting the issue as a significant priority for his administration. In a recent interview with Salem Media Group host Hugh Hewitt, the president described the matter as a “very big subject” with widespread appeal, emphasizing that his…
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AI DJs Take Over Local Radio Station Without Anyone Noticing
For months, listeners tuning into CADA’s popular Workdays with Thy have been grooving to a four-hour mix of hip hop, R&B, and pop, unaware that the charismatic host, Thy, is not a real person but an AI-generated voice. The revelation, first reported by The Australian Financial Review and The Sydney Morning Herald, has ignited a…
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55 Years Ago Today Casey Kasem’s “American Top 40” Debuts in Los Angeles, Celebrating 55 Years of Music History
Today marks the 55th anniversary of a landmark moment in radio history: the debut of Casey Kasem’s American Top 40 on July 4, 1970. The iconic countdown show, which first aired on seven radio stations, including Los Angeles’ KDEO (now KECR) in nearby El Cajon, revolutionized music broadcasting and became a cultural touchstone for millions.…
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The Two Largest Owners of Local Radio Stations Team Up In New Streaming Partnership Between iHeartMedia and Audacy
In a landmark move for the radio industry, iHeartMedia and Audacy, the United States’ two largest radio operators, announced a transformative content distribution partnership on June 30, 2025. This unprecedented collaboration will integrate Audacy’s extensive portfolio of over 240 AM/FM radio stations and podcasts into the iHeartRadio digital platform, significantly expanding the reach of both…
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As Cord Cutting Grows More Americans Will Listen to The Radio Than Watch Traditional TV in 2025
The ongoing shift in media consumption habits has reached a tipping point: AM/FM radio is poised to definitively surpass television in audience ratings, cementing its dominance as the top reach medium in America. This trend, fueled by radio’s enduring appeal and evolving listener engagement, is expected to accelerate dramatically in the coming years. Over the…