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Black Public Radio Network Officially Launches
| RADIO ONLINE | Sunday, June 28, 2026 | 6:05pm CT |
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Fifteen public radio stations from across the U.S. have joined forces to launch the Black Public Radio Network (BPRN), a new national coalition created to strengthen the long-term sustainability, growth and impact of Black public radio.
Founded by Ernest Walker, President of BPRN and General Manager of KTSU/Houston, the network brings together 12 stations licensed to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), along with WBGO/New York, 104.7 The Drop/Denver and HYFIN/Milwaukee.
BPRN was established to help member stations address financial challenges facing public media by expanding revenue opportunities, increasing national visibility, fostering innovation and building a stronger collaborative infrastructure.
"The launch of the Black Public Radio Network represents a transformative moment for public media and for the communities our stations serve," Walker said. "For decades, Black public radio stations have served as trusted cultural anchors, storytellers and community connectors. BPRN is about bringing our collective strength together to create a sustainable future, expand opportunity and ensure our voices continue to be heard and valued on a national level."
The network has entered a six-month strategic planning phase to develop its operational framework, national revenue strategy and long-term growth plan. As part of that effort, BPRN has retained Paragon as its consulting partner, with VuHaus Group supporting the development of national sponsorship sales opportunities.
Joining the planning effort are veteran public media executives Jacquie Gales Webb, former Vice President of Radio at the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and Nikki Swarn, former General Manager of KUVO/THE DROP Denver.
Wendy Williams, General Manager of WCLK/Atlanta, said the network creates new opportunities for growth, visibility and sustainability while honoring the cultural significance of the audiences its stations serve. WNSB/Norfolk General Manager Maynard Scales added that the collaboration will enable member stations to share content, grow audiences and develop new partnerships with national brands.
Eastlan Expands Into Seattle, Oklahoma City
| RADIO ONLINE | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 4:56pm CT |
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Eastlan continues to expand its radio audience measurement footprint, adding Seattle and Oklahoma City as the latest markets to receive its monthly ratings service.
The first Eastlan reports for both markets will be released on Tuesday, June 30, alongside inaugural monthly books for Atlanta, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas and Houston. The additions bring Eastlan's expansion to nine of the nation's 50 largest radio markets over the past 12 months.
The company said the growth comes as the radio industry increasingly shifts toward impressions-based advertising sales, creating greater demand for affordable third-party audience measurement that includes every station in a market.
Unlike measurement services that exclude some stations, Eastlan said its ratings encompass all stations, providing buyers and sellers with a more complete view of radio listening. The company said users can evaluate both total campaign impressions over a six-week flight and average quarter-hour audience estimates for every station in a market.
"Buyers remind us each day that radio still needs third-party data that underscores its importance," said Eastlan President Mike Gould. "The key difference with Eastlan is it allows all users to see the strength of all radio stations in each market, whether that is total impressions of a six-week flight or the AQH rating for every station in town."
Gould added that the company is hearing increasing frustration from radio buyers who say current measurement services that arbitrarily exclude stations make it more difficult to confidently evaluate and purchase radio advertising.
FCC Targets Three New York Pirate Radio Operators
| RADIO ONLINE | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 5:04pm CT |
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The FCC's Enforcement Bureau has taken action against three separate pirate radio operations in New York, issuing one final forfeiture order and two new notices of apparent liability totaling $65,000 in proposed and assessed fines.
In Spring Valley, NY, the FCC affirmed a $20,000 forfeiture against Jean Boncoeur for operating the unlicensed station "Radio Gold Stars" on 90.5 MHz. The Commission said Boncoeur operated the unauthorized station in violation of the PIRATE Act and did not respond to a Notice of Apparent Liability issued in January.
The agency also proposed a $25,000 fine against Albercio Mercado for allegedly operating the unlicensed station "Manzana FM" on 94.9 MHz in the Bronx. FCC field agents said they traced the station to two different locations between 2024 and 2026, documented broadcasts that exceeded Part 15 power limits, and obtained admissions from Mercado that he operated the station. Investigators also cited social media posts showing Mercado inside the station's studio. The proposed penalty includes a $5,000 upward adjustment because the FCC says Mercado continued operating after being warned he needed a license.
In a separate case, the FCC proposed a $20,000 forfeiture against Neville Morgan, Lilleth Morgan and The Sweet Hour of Prayer Inc., holding them jointly and severally liable for allegedly operating "TOG Radio" on 105.3 MHz in the Bronx. Agents said they traced the broadcasts to a residential building, found the station's programming matched the audio stream on the ministry's website, and identified the Morgans as the station's owners and operators through corporate records, the website and social media.
The FCC said pirate radio operations threaten the integrity of the nation's spectrum by interfering with licensed broadcasters and public safety communications, including Emergency Alert System transmissions. Under the PIRATE Act, the Commission may impose fines of up to $122,661 per day for illegal broadcasting, with maximum penalties exceeding $2.45 million for continuing violations.
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iHeartMedia Expands Amazon Ads Partnership
| RADIO ONLINE | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 12:42pm CT |
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iHeartMedia has expanded its advertising relationship with Amazon Ads, giving advertisers broader access to Amazon's audio and video inventory while adding Amazon's first-party shopping and streaming signals to iHeartMedia's digital platforms.
Under the expanded agreement, iHeartMedia will serve as a local reseller for Amazon Ads inventory across Prime Video, Twitch, Amazon Music, Fire TV and Alexa. The companies also will enable iHeartMedia customers to use Amazon DSP, allowing advertisers to leverage Amazon's authenticated shopping, browsing and streaming signals across iHeart's owned-and-operated digital properties on both local and national campaigns.
The integration will extend across iHeartMedia's digital audio, podcasts, creator-led content and other digital inventory, providing advertisers with a unified platform to execute multi-channel campaigns at scale.
iHeartMedia said incorporating Amazon's first-party signals into its premium inventory will improve audience planning, targeting and campaign measurement by using real shopping insights to deliver more relevant advertising.
"Advertisers are increasingly looking for media solutions that combine scale, intelligence and simplicity across channels," said Lisa Coffey, Chief Business Officer for iHeartMedia. "By combining Amazon Ads' shopping insights and advertising technology with iHeart's audio leadership, we're creating a more seamless, data-informed way for brands to create more effective campaigns across sound and sight."
Jenn Donohue, Head of Local Ad Sales for Amazon Ads, said the expanded relationship creates new opportunities for brands to reach consumers across "more screens and speakers" while making it easier to activate campaigns across premium audio and streaming environments with enhanced planning, targeting and performance capabilities.
Compass Media Names Alvord Affiliate Sales Associate
| RADIO ONLINE | Sunday, June 28, 2026 | 3:56pm CT |
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Compass Media Networks has appointed Carter Alvord as Associate Director of Affiliate Sales for Sports and News/Talk Programming. Alvord joins the company full-time after graduating from Bucknell University in 2026. He has served as an intern with Compass Media Networks during summers and holiday breaks since June 2024 and will continue working from the company's New York office.
In his new role, Alvord will support affiliate sales efforts for Compass Media Networks' sports programming, including NFL and NCAA football and basketball play-by-play, as well as its News/Talk lineup featuring This Morning with Gordon Deal and The Erick Erickson Show.
"Growing up listening to Anna & Raven sparked my passion for radio," Alvord said. "It is an honor to join Compass Media Networks, and I am thrilled to work shoulder to shoulder with Rob Blum and the rest of the affiliate sales team to super serve our affiliates and content partners."
Reelworld Debuts AI Voices for Radio Imaging
| RADIO ONLINE | Monday, June 29, 2026 | 0:01am CT |
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Reelworld has introduced AI VO, a new lineup of artificial intelligence voices created specifically for radio imaging, marking what the company says is an industry first for the broadcast radio sector.
The new service is designed to help radio stations and production teams speed up audio production while maintaining the performance, quality and personality expected from professional station voiceovers.
"AI is revolutionary for audio production. Like drum machines, digital audio and AutoTune before it, AI is changing how everything gets made-but goes even further," said Reelworld CEO Mike Thomas. "With AI VO, stations can work smarter, create faster and sound better than ever before."
Reelworld said its AI VO voices are ethically trained using proprietary voice models built specifically for radio imaging across all formats. Each voice is licensed on a market-exclusive basis with unlimited usage and no character limits, giving stations greater flexibility for imaging and promotional production.
The company said AI VO is intended to support both current imaging needs and emerging production workflows that emphasize rapid iteration and personalized content. The launch is part of Reelworld's broader artificial intelligence strategy, which includes plans for deeper integration with its imaging services.
Existing Production Vault and Red Hits client stations can reserve AI voices now in preparation for the rollout of Reelworld's next generation of AI-enhanced imaging services.
Reelworld has posted audio demonstrations of AI VO on its website at reelworld.com.
FCC Adopts EAS Cybersecurity, Modernization Rules
| RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 2:32pm CT |
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The Federal Communications Commission has adopted new rules aimed at strengthening the cybersecurity of the nation's Emergency Alert System (EAS) while launching a broader effort to modernize both EAS and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA).
Approved Thursday, the Report and Order requires EAS participants to implement stronger password practices, promptly test and install manufacturer-issued security patches, and use network firewalls or comparable security measures to better protect alerting equipment from cyberattacks.
The Commission also adopted a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking comment on additional improvements designed to make EAS and WEA more secure, reliable and effective. Among the proposals are requiring authentication for all emergency alerts before transmission, establishing a universal alert identification number to prevent duplicate alerts, improving the geographic accuracy of wireless alerts by eliminating outdated geotargeting exceptions, and adding emergency-specific symbols to EAS and WEA messages.
The FCC is also proposing to modernize alerting technology by permitting software-based EAS implementations as an alternative to dedicated hardware and eliminating the legacy 90-character limit for Wireless Emergency Alert messages.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said the new cybersecurity requirements address vulnerabilities that have been exploited in past attacks, including the widely publicized 2013 false "zombie apocalypse" emergency alert that resulted from compromised equipment protected by default passwords.
"Today's item builds on our prior work by taking commonsense steps to strengthen the cybersecurity of our emergency alert systems," Carr said. "Requiring stronger password practices, timely software updates, and improved security controls will help reduce opportunities for bad actors to exploit weaknesses in alerting equipment."
The National Association of Broadcasters praised the Commission's action. NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt said the organization supports both the new cybersecurity safeguards and the proposal to allow software-based EAS alert processing.
"Local radio and television stations play a vital role in delivering trusted emergency information to communities when it matters most," LeGeyt said. "By allowing broadcasters to deploy security updates more quickly, reduce equipment downtime and strengthen system redundancy, this proposal can help ensure stations are better positioned to deliver critical emergency information when communities need it most."
Commissioner Olivia Trusty also backed the action, calling secure and reliable emergency alerting systems essential as communities increasingly rely on timely warnings during wildfires, tornadoes, hurricanes and other disasters. She said the proposal will help modernize the nation's alerting infrastructure while protecting it against evolving cybersecurity threats.
AM/FM Radio Dominates Audio Among Nissan Drivers
| RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 11:24am CT |
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AM/FM radio continues to dominate audio listening among Nissan drivers, according to a new Cumulus Media | Westwood One Audio Active Group blog that cites newly released Q1 2026 data from Edison Research's "Share of Ear" study.
The report, authored by Pierre Bouvard, says Nissan owners spend 86% of their in-car ad-supported audio listening time with AM/FM radio, making it the leading platform for reaching current owners and prospective buyers. Across all listening locations -- including home, work, the car and elsewhere -- AM/FM radio accounts for a 70% share of Nissan drivers' ad-supported audio consumption.
The findings come as Nissan enjoys strong customer loyalty, with approximately 40% to 43% of current owners purchasing another Nissan when buying their next new vehicle. The blog notes the automaker also recently earned the highest ranking among mass-market brands in the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Initial Quality Study, while claiming the top position in the mass-market car segment of the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Sales Satisfaction Index Study.
The analysis also highlights AM/FM radio's value for conquest marketing. Among drivers of all vehicle brands, AM/FM radio commands an 83% share of in-car ad-supported audio listening, making it the dominant platform for reaching owners of competing brands. Across all listening locations, AM/FM radio holds a 64% share of ad-supported audio among competitive brand drivers.
In addition, MRI-Simmons Winter 2026 data cited in the blog indicates heavy AM/FM radio listeners are more likely than the general population to be in the market for a new vehicle. The research ranks AM/FM radio as the top medium for purchase intent among truck, SUV and hybrid/EV buyers, while also showing above-average purchase intent for used vehicles, four-door sedans and minivans.
The report concludes that AM/FM radio remains the most effective advertising platform for Nissan's national, regional and dealer marketing efforts, both for retaining existing customers and attracting buyers from competing brands.
Read the complete blog post here.
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RAB Launches AI Webinar Series for Radio Sales
| RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 3:50pm CT |
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The Radio Advertising Bureau (RAB) will launch a new four-part webinar series, "The AI Advantage for Radio Sales," on Wednesday, July 8, with a session highlighting ProspectingPro, the organization's AI-powered prospecting platform for radio sellers.
The free webinar for RAB members begins at noon CT/1pm ET and will be hosted by Dave Casper, RAB Senior Vice President of Digital Services, and Jeff Schmidt, Senior Vice President of Professional Development.
The inaugural presentation will provide an overview of ProspectingPro, including a live demonstration of the AI-driven tool, which is designed to help sales professionals identify qualified prospects, streamline research, and prepare for more effective client meetings.
The session will also feature a case study from Jordan Yeckering, General Manager of Cromwell Media, who will discuss how his team uses ProspectingPro to uncover new business opportunities, improve prospecting efficiency, and support revenue growth.
Attendees will learn how the platform can accelerate sales preparation, strengthen client conversations with actionable insights, and increase productivity throughout the sales process.
The July 8 webinar is the first installment in RAB's four-part AI series, which will continue with CopyWrite on August 5, AI Visibility Playbook for Radio on August 19, and Why Radio on September 16.
Registration is free for RAB members, and all registrants will receive access to an on-demand recording following the live presentation. Register here.
Dave Pasch Leaves Cardinals Booth for ESPN Role
| RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 5:57pm CT |
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Longtime Arizona Cardinals radio play-by-play voice Dave Pasch is stepping down after 24 seasons as he expands his role with ESPN under a new multi-year agreement. Pasch, who has been with ESPN since 2003, will continue as one of the network's lead play-by-play announcers for the NBA, college basketball and college football while adding NFL responsibilities beginning this season.
"Live sports demand voices that can carry the weight of the moment - and Dave Pasch has been doing exactly that for more than two decades," said Mike McQuade, ESPN Executive Vice President of Sports Production. "Expanding his role to include NFL is a natural next step for one of the most trusted voices in the business."
Pasch joined the Cardinals' radio booth in 2002, calling games through some of the franchise's most memorable moments, including its run to Super Bowl XLIII following the 2008 season. During his tenure, he partnered with analysts John Mistler, Ron Wolfley and most recently A.Q. Shipley.
"As I move to an expanded and exclusive role with ESPN, I would like to thank Jimmy Pitaro, Burke Magnus and Mike McQuade for this great opportunity," Pasch said. "Having covered the NFL for two and a half decades for the Arizona Cardinals, I'm thrilled to now be involved with the NFL on the national stage, along with continuing to call college football, basketball and the NBA."
Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill praised Pasch's contributions to the organization. "We cannot thank Dave and his family enough for what they have meant to our organization over the last 24 seasons," Bidwill said. "His extraordinary talent, professionalism and passion elevated every broadcast, bringing a level of credibility and gravitas that made every play and every game feel special."
Pasch reflected on his Cardinals tenure as "almost half my life," saying he will always be grateful to the organization for giving him the opportunity. He will continue to live in Arizona while focusing exclusively on his expanded national broadcasting duties with ESPN.
Jacobs Media to Host Free Digital Revenue Webinar
| RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 3:28pm CT |
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Jacobs Media will present a free webinar on Thursday, July 16, designed to help radio broadcasters strengthen their digital revenue strategies by sharing lessons learned from working with stations over the past two years.
Entitled "10 Things We Learned Helping Radio Stations Build Digital Revenue," the webinar begins at 2pm ET and will feature Paul Jacobs, Vice President/General Manager of Jacobs Media, and Chris Brunt, Director of Digital Revenue.
The session will highlight the 10 key takeaways from Jacobs Media's "Jacobs D.R." consulting initiative, which has worked with commercial, public, and Christian radio stations of varying sizes and levels of digital maturity. Topics will include managing reluctant sales teams, identifying the right mix of digital products, developing strategic sales plans, and other best practices for growing digital revenue.
"Digital now drives most of the revenue growth in broadcast radio, and many stations are still figuring out how to capture it effectively," the company said.
Brunt said the consulting work revealed that every station faces unique challenges. While some needed help building digital revenue programs from the ground up-including sales training, workflows, packaging, and pricing-others had established programs that needed fresh ideas to reignite growth.
Jacobs, who comes from a traditional radio sales background, said the experience has demonstrated the opportunities digital sales create not only with existing advertisers but also with new clients beyond radio's traditional customer base.
The webinar is free and you can register here.
WNYC/New York Brings 'Soundcheck' Back to Radio
| RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 3:46pm CT |
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WNYC/New York is bringing "Soundcheck" back to the airwaves with a new weekly radio program hosted by longtime music journalist John Schaefer. The hour-long show premieres Saturday, June 27 at 8pm ET. The new broadcast edition will feature highlights from the acclaimed "Soundcheck" podcast, showcasing exclusive live performances and artist interviews while spotlighting new music releases and upcoming tours.
Hosted by Schaefer, who also fronts WNYC's "New Sounds," the program explores artists' creative processes through in-depth conversations and intimate in-studio performances. The show spans a wide range of musical genres and styles from around the world, reflecting Schaefer's long-standing commitment to introducing audiences to diverse music and emerging talent.
"Whether it's a solo acoustic set by alt-country pioneer Rodney Crowell or horn-heavy dance music from Cuba's Orquesta Akokan, 'Soundcheck' is not just about live music," Schaefer said. "It's about pulling aside the curtain to get a peek at the creative process." He added that the program focuses as much on the artists' stories as it does on their performances.
"Soundcheck" will air Saturdays at 8pm on WNYC and stream at WNYC.org. Episodes will also be released as podcasts following each broadcast through the existing "Soundcheck" podcast feed.
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Classic Rock U Unveils July 4 Holiday Special
| RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 3:52pm CT |
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Skyview Networks' Classic Rock U will celebrate Independence Day with a special Fourth of July edition titled "American Anthems of Rock 'n' Roll," hosted by Adam Reader, better known as the Professor of Rock.
The holiday program will spotlight the songs that have helped define America's musical legacy, featuring the stories behind classic rock anthems that have become part of the nation's soundtrack. This year's special also coincides with the United States' 250th anniversary, adding historical context to the celebration.
The four-hour program will feature iconic tracks including Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Free Bird," Jimi Hendrix's rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner," Tom Petty's "American Girl," Grand Funk Railroad's "We're an American Band," John Mellencamp's "Pink Houses," Steve Miller Band's "Livin' in the USA," Creedence Clearwater Revival's "Fortunate Son," and Bruce Springsteen's "Born in the U.S.A."
"Classic Rock U celebrates the music and the history behind it in a unique and thoughtful way, and this holiday special is the perfect way to exemplify that," said Andrew Kalb, Executive Vice President of Strategic Business Operations for Skyview Networks. "Adam consistently delivers an experience that goes beyond the music, giving listeners the stories and context that make these iconic American songs mean even more."
Produced from Hubbard Radio's WDRV-FM (97.1 The Drive) in Chicago, Classic Rock U is available to affiliates as a four-hour weekend program, with one-minute vignette segments offered weekdays.
LABF Releases America 250 Broadcast Spots
| RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 5:44pm CT |
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The Library of American Broadcasting Foundation (LABF) has released a new series of fully produced radio and television public service spots to help broadcasters commemorate America's 250th Anniversary.
The 30-second spots are part of LABF's "Before It Was History, It Was Broadcast" campaign and feature archival audio and video from the Library of American Broadcasting Special Collection at the University of Maryland. The spots highlight radio and television's role in documenting many of the nation's defining moments as they happened.
Topics featured in the campaign range from classic children's programming and game shows to I Love Lucy and other historic events that shaped American culture and history.
The new pre-produced spots complement the customizable campaign shells LABF released earlier, giving stations the option of airing ready-to-use messages or tailoring content for their local audiences. The fully produced versions include narration, archival elements, royalty-free music, and, for television, patriotic visuals tied to the campaign's theme.
"Broadcasters have always been the trusted link between historic events and the communities they serve," said LABF Co-Chairs Deborah Parenti and Dave "Chachi" Denes. "These spots celebrate the journalists, storytellers, and stations that have brought defining moments into America's homes. They also showcase the incredible depth of the Library's archival treasures."
Stations can obtain both the new pre-produced spots and the previously released customizable versions by contacting LABF Executive Director Mary Collins.
iHeartMedia Begins Programming Restructuring
| RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | 9:48pm CT |
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iHeartMedia has begun a sweeping restructuring of its programming organization that includes staff reductions across dozens of markets as the company works toward an additional $50 million in annualized cost savings announced earlier this year.
The restructuring follows iHeartMedia's first-quarter announcement that it would launch a new cost-saving initiative in the second half of 2026, adding $50 million in annualized savings to the $100 million in previously announced reductions already planned or underway. Industry reports indicate the latest layoffs affect employees in programming and on-air roles across multiple markets, although the company has not disclosed the number of positions eliminated.
In a memo to employees, Multiplatform Group CEO Ann Marie Licata and Chief Programming Officer Tom Poleman said the changes are intended to modernize how the company programs its stations by leveraging technology developed over the past several years.
"We've built new tech capabilities over the last several years that have enabled us to both deepen our relationships with the listeners and communities who depend on us and improve the support we provide to our sellers," the executives wrote. "We're now moving to scale this approach, implementing structural changes within our Programming organization and expanding responsibilities for key leaders."
According to the memo, the restructuring is designed to strengthen support for local communities and sales teams, make greater use of technology, improve operational speed across markets, and position the company for future growth. While emphasizing that "Guaranteed Human" talent remains central to iHeartMedia's strategy, the executives acknowledged that existing positions would be eliminated even as new roles are created to support the company's evolving needs.
Industy reports have confirmed layoffs in markets including Anchorage, Indianapolis, Louisville, St. Louis, Springfield, Birmingham, Pensacola, Phoenix, Little Rock, Denver, Pittsburgh, Des Moines, Allentown and Rochester. Among those reportedly departing are programmers, market executives and air personalities.
Reports also suggest additional layoffs continued into Tuesday, with sources indicating the overall reduction in programming and on-air staff could rival or exceed the scale of iHeartMedia's major workforce reductions in 2009 and 2020. The company has not confirmed those reports or provided an updated total of affected employees.
SBS Promotes Andrew Frausto to Los Angeles GSM
| RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | 4:33pm CT |
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Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS) has promoted Andrew Frausto to General Sales Manager for its Los Angeles operations, effective immediately. Frausto, who joined SBS Los Angeles in 2024 as Local Sales Manager, will now oversee all sales operations for the company's Los Angeles properties, including regional and national revenue initiatives for its radio and digital platforms.
In his new role, Frausto will lead sales activities for SBS's Los Angeles stations, including KLAX-FM and KXOL-FM, while helping drive strategic growth throughout the company's multimedia portfolio.
Prior to joining SBS, Frausto built extensive experience in Hispanic media sales, including a successful tenure with Univision.
Rachel Elster, General Manager of SBS Los Angeles, praised Frausto's contributions and leadership since joining the company. "Andrew has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, professionalism, and a deep understanding of our business," Elster said. "Since joining SBS, he has earned the respect of our team, our clients, and our agency partners through his commitment to excellence and results."
Frausto said he is eager to continue building on the company's success in Southern California. "I am honored by the opportunity to serve as General Sales Manager for SBS Los Angeles," he said. "SBS has built an incredible team and a powerful connection with the Southern California Hispanic community. I look forward to continuing to work with our talented staff and valued partners to drive growth and deliver outstanding results for our clients."
Mike Fabian Named Cumulus Boise Market Manager
| RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | 2:13pm CT |
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Cumulus Media has appointed Mike Fabian as Vice President/Market Manager for its cluster in Boise, ID. Fabian joins Cumulus from Townsquare Media, where he has served as Chief Revenue Officer/Market President in Sierra Vista, AZ, since 2022. Prior to that role, he spent more than 12 years with Cherry Creek Media, rising to Vice President while helping lead the company's sales, digital and operational growth initiatives.
In announcing the appointment, Bob Walker, President of Operations for Cumulus Media, said Fabian's experience managing radio clusters and delivering integrated radio and digital solutions will be a strong fit for the Boise operation.
"We are excited to welcome Mike to Cumulus Boise," Walker said. "His experience in leading radio clusters that serve clients with robust radio and digital solutions will complement our team in Boise well."
"I am honored to join the Boise team and look forward to becoming part of both the organization and this remarkable community," Fabian said. "Throughout my career, I have always believed that great teams and strong relationships are the foundation of success. I am excited to work alongside this talented group, serve the Boise community, and help build on the strong tradition these stations have established."
Cumulus Boise operates five stations in the market: News/Talk KBOI 93.1 FM/670 AM, Country KIZN-FM (Kissin 92.3), Classic Rock KKGL-FM (96.9 The Eagle), AC KQFC-FM (Magic 97.9), and Sports KTIK-FM (95.3 The Ticket).
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