http://www.radioonline.com/ Daily News and Headlines en-us Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:47:00 -0000 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:47:00 -0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss ROL Editor 1.0 radionews@radioonline.com (Radio News) radionews@radioonline.com (Radio News) 5 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49200 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:46:48 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49200 MediaCo Holding has announced a series of executive leadership appointments. Effective immediately, CRO Brian Fisher (pictured) has been named President of MediaCo. CEO Albert Rodriguez will continue in his current role, focusing on the company's long-term strategy, growth initiatives and shareholder value, https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49197 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:20:28 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49197 Audacy and SiriusXM have entered into a new content partnership that will bring 42 of Audacy's sports, news and talk stations from 29 U.S. markets to SiriusXM listeners nationwide, significantly expanding the satellite broadcaster's lineup of local programming. https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49198 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:00:53 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49198 Worldwide News Network (WWNN), the radio news network launched by Red Apple Audio Networks in May, has entered its first European market through a distribution partnership with Germany's BLR, marking the network's first international expansion. Under the agreement, BLR, Germany's leading radio news and https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=c42915 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:45:36 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=c42915 Cox Media Group has named longtime bilingual air personality Jessica Reyes as the new weekday morning host on bilingual Spanish Hits WOEX (Hits 96.5) Orlando. Reyes officially debuted in mornings on July 20. A familiar voice in Orlando, Reyes has previously worked at Norsan Group's Spanish Tropical WFYY https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49199 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:13:41 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49199 IAB Tech Lab has released version 2.3 of its Podcast Technical Measurement Guidelines, updating the industry's framework for measuring podcast downloads, audiences and ad delivery using server-side log data. The guidelines are open for public comment through August 19. The revised standards provide https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49191 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:14:26 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49191 Xperi's DTS AutoStage has expanded its in-car AM/FM radio measurement service to more than 300 U.S. markets, providing audience data from approximately 6 million connected vehicles and, for the first time, overnight ratings across every market. The latest findings are highlighted in a new Cumulus Media | https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49196 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:38:18 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49196 Saga Communications has promoted Paul O'Malley to Senior Vice President of Revenue Development, expanding the longtime market executive's responsibilities to oversee the company's digital revenue strategy. O'Malley, who has served as President and General Manager of Saga's Charleston Radio Group since https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49192 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:41:41 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49192 Veteran radio programmer, consultant and content creator Mike Marino has died following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was 60. The news was announced by longtime friend and business partner Jason Hillery, Operations Manager for Midwest Communications in Green Bay, who said Marino kept his illness private https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49193 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:54:33 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49193 Beasley Media Group has named Jennifer Williams as its interim corporate communications contact following the departure of Chief Communications Officer Heidi Raphael, who will become President and CEO of the New York State Broadcasters Association (NYSBA). In an email to industry colleagues, Raphael said https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=c42914 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:20:36 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=c42914 The syndicated Anna andamp; Raven morning show has expanded its national reach with the addition of three new affiliate stations. Beginning Monday, July 20, the show hosted by Anna Zap and Raven will debut in mornings on Federated Media's 97.3 WMEE-FM in Fort Wayne, IN. Cromwell Media has also added the program https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=c42912 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:30:38 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=c42912 iHeartMedia has named Kelly Ford as Music Director and afternoon host for Country 98.7 WMZQ in Washington, DC and Country 93.1 WPOC in Baltimore, effective immediately. Ford will host afternoons weekdays from 3-7pm. She will report to Jeff Kapugi, Region Senior Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia. https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=c42911 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:23:30 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=c42911 Cox Media Group's WSB-FM (B98.5) in Atlanta has added veteran radio personality Otis Maher to its weekday lineup as the AC outlet's new nighttime host. Beginning immediately, Otis will be heard weekdays from 7-11pm. His addition completes a weekday lineup staffed entirely by local Atlanta personalities. https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49195 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:29:21 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49195 Mike Chandler, President and CEO of Rejoice Networks and owner of WFMI-FM (REJOICE 100.9) in Virginia Beach, has been awarded an Honorary Doctor of Communication by The Williams Bible Institute and Seminary. The honor recognizes Chandler's three-decade career in broadcast engineering https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=c42913 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:53:29 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=c42913 Dick Broadcasting's WERO-FM (BOB 93.3) in Greenville-New Bern, NC has added the syndicated "Jared and Katie Show" to morning. The show debuted on July 18 and now airs Monday through Saturday from 6-10am on the heritage CHR outlet. "We're thrilled to welcome Jared and Katie to the BOB 93.3 family," said https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49194 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:24:13 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49194 WEZF (Star 92.9) Burlington, VT and its five Vox AM/FM Digital sister stations helped raise $200,000 for youth mental health programs across Vermont through the 2026 National Life Group Do Good Fest. The July 11 benefit concert drew more than 10,000 attendees to National Life Group's https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49190 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:08 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49190 Broadcasters from 31 states traveled to Capitol Hill this week to urge Congress to pass the bipartisan AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, joining emergency managers, public safety officials and advocacy organizations in a coordinated effort to preserve AM radio in new vehicles. The advocacy campaign, https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49187 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:31:26 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49187 Connoisseur Media West Coast has appointed Stephanie Saporita as General Sales Manager for its San Francisco cluster, effective July 20. She's previously held leadership posts with iHeartMedia, CBS Radio, and Clear Channel Outdoor. Saporita will oversee sales for Connoisseur Media's San Francisco operations, https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49188 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:48:27 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49188 Edison Research at SSRS has released its Top 50 Podcasts in the U.S. for the second quarter of 2026, with The Joe Rogan Experience, Crime Junkie, and The Daily holding onto the top three positions for a second consecutive quarter. According to Edison Podcast Metrics, the top five podcasts remained https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49189 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:56:33 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49189 Salem Media has announced a leadership transition at its Salem Surround digital marketing agency as longtime executive Jon Latzer prepares to retire after many years with the company. Latzer played a key role in expanding Salem Surround's digital marketing capabilities, helping grow the business while https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49183 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:08:40 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49183 Skyview Networks has announced a series of executive leadership changes and a key new hire as the company restructures its organization to support future growth, improve operational alignment and strengthen its strategic focus. The changes, announced by President, CEO and Chairman Steve Jones during a https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=b18413 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:01:09 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=b18413 Audacy will receive $20 million for the sale of its six-station St. Louis radio cluster to Hoffmann Media Group, according to an asset purchase agreement filed with the Federal Communications Commission. The filing provides the first public disclosure of the transaction's financial terms since the https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49186 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:32:00 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49186 Cumulus Media | Westwood One's Audio Active Group says AM/FM radio remains the dominant advertising platform for reaching both current Dodge owners and prospective buyers, according to a new analysis of Edison Research's latest "Share of Ear" data. In a new blog post, Pierre Bouvard examines listening https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49185 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:19:16 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49185 A new case study from Magellan AI highlights how performance marketing agency Direct Results used the company's measurement and verification platform to improve campaign performance, streamline workflow and increase digital audio investment for clients. Direct Results, https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49184 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:14:33 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=n49184 VuHaus Group has added KCSN (The SoCal Sound) in Los Angeles as its newest affiliate, expanding the public media music network's national platform for local artist discovery and performance content. The SoCal Sound now has a dedicated page on the NPR Live Sessions website, where https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=c42910 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:07:42 -0000 https://news.radio-online.com/cgi-bin/rol.exe/headline_id=c42910 Hot AC WBQB-FM (B101.5) in Fredericksburg, VA, has named veteran local broadcaster Tony Bennett, aka Tony B, as its new afternoon host. He will debut from 3-7pm on Monday, July 20. Tony B succeeds longtime afternoon personality Trapper Young, who last month moved to mornings on co-owned