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From Radio Insight: Following his sudden and abrupt exit, from the syndicated Ace & TJ Show a couple of weeks ago, David ‘Ace’ Cannon released his first statement since the move. In a video shared to Instagram, Cannon did not comment directly on his departure from the show other than stating that he doesn’t know if he’ll “be a part of your life again the way I was for the past 26 years,”. He noted that he is going through a divorce and taking time to work on himself. Cannon and Ritchie ?TJ? Beams met when both were working part-time at KQID Alexandria LA in 1991 and would eventually be teamed together in mornings. They moved to WZYP Huntsville AL in 1995 before arriving at ?Kiss 95.1? WNKS Charlotte in 1998. The show has been a constant in the Charlotte market since despite moves to ?Channel 96.1? WHQC in 2012, back to WNKS to run from 9am-12pm in July 2022, and to its current home on Beasley Classic Hits ?K104.7? WKQC in May 2024. Following his departure, the show relaunched as “TJ & Riggins” with producer Bryan ‘Riggins’ Weber rising to co-host with Beams on September 23, but they immediately lost WKQC as an affiliate. In the video, Cannon said: Hey, it’s Ace. I just want to take a moment to thank everyone for your love and support during this very difficult time. I’m taking this time to work on myself and create a better space for myself and my future. Sadly, I am separated right now and going through a divorce and I just ask that you please be kind to all my family members and provide us the space that we need to adjust to this ever changing situation. Um, for me, I never really took the time to heal myself while working through difficult situations to pass. I’m working on becoming the man I want to be, achieving the goals I want to achieve and most importantly being the best father that I can be to my children. But what’s important in this moment is to say, thank you. Thousands of you reached out to let me know that you were thinking of me and my family and you were praying for me and my family, and that means more to me than you could ever imagine. I don’t know what my future holds. I don’t know when or if I’ll be a part of your life again the way I was for the past 26 years, but I do know that I will emerge from this a better and stronger person and a better and stronger father. Thank you for your time, God bless. View this post on Instagram A post shared by David Ace Cannon (@aceatlarge) more

From Radio Online: In a filing with the FCC, Educational Media Foundation (EMF) has agreed to sell 1.15kW WFFI (Air1) in Kingston Springs, TN -- serving Nashville, to Family Stations Inc., or Family Radio, for $2.1 million. Pending FCC approval, a $105,000 escrow deposit is being held, to be paid at closing. The buyer is More...

From Radio Online: Podcast Radio has expanded its U.S. presence by launching on Alpha Media's KAUS-AM in the Austin-Rochester, MN, area. The station will provide listeners with a curated selection of podcasts across multiple genres, offering a fresh approach to radio-based podcast discovery. The More...

From Radio Online: DJ D-Strong returns to WJHM-FM (102 JAMZ) in Orlando. He becomes the newly relaunched 102 JAMZ's first air talent and will be heard weekdays from 2-7pm ET beginning October 3. DJ D-Strong launched his career on the station from 2003 to 2014. A 20-year industry veteran, he currently serves as the DJ and emcee More...

From Radio Online: Cumulus Media appoints Darren White as Program Director for News/Talk KKOB (770AM andamp; 96.3 FM News Radio) in Albuquerque. In addition to his new role with News Radio KKOB, White will also program sister Sports/Talk KNML (610AM andamp; 95.9FM The Sports Animal). This marks a return to Cumulus Albuquerque and News More...

From Radio Insight: Cumulus Media has announced the appointment of Darren White as Program Director of Conservative Talk “NewsRadio 96.3” 770 KKOB/96.3 KKOB-FM and Sports “The Sports Animal” 610 KNML/95.9 K240BL Albuquerque NM. White previously hosted 1-3pm on KKOB as ‘Sherrif Darren’ from 2019 to 2021. He has served as Bernalillo County Sheriff from 2003-2009, Secretary of New Mexico Department of Public Safety and Albuquerque Chief Public Safety Officer. He stated, “I am honored to accept the position of Program Director for News Radio KKOB and KNML the Sports Animal, and I am humbled by the confidence Cumulus Media has placed in me for this exciting new challenge. Having been a part of Cumulus for over a decade, I have seen firsthand the incredible dedication and talent of the teams at both stations. With a proven history of delivering provocative, engaging, and informative radio that is second to none, I look forward to building on that legacy by attracting new listeners and continuing to bring dynamic programming to our loyal radio family.? Cumulus Albuquerque VP/Market Manager Jeff Berry said, ?I am SO excited for Darren?s return to Cumulus Albuquerque as Program Director. His passion for radio and vision for the future are contagious. We are fortunate to have someone with his background re-join our industry in a leadership position. Welcome home, Darren!? more

From Radio Insight: Audacy Rhythmic Throwbacks “102 Jamz” WJHM Daytona Beach/Orlando FL has begun filling-out its airstaff with the addition of Dwight ?DJ D-Strong? Ricketts as afternoon host. D-Strong began his career at the original iteration of the station in 2003 and remained until its flip to CHR “101.9 Amp Radio” WQMP in 2014. He then joined iHeartMedia Hip Hop ?104.5 The Beat? W283AN/WTKS-HD2 in 2014, rising to Program Director in 2017 until being part of iHeart’s August layoffs. He is also the arena DJ/emcee for the NBA’s Orlando Magic, was Ciara’s tour DJ, and part of BET’s “106 & Park”. He commented, “I am incredibly excited to return to 102 JAMZ, the station that launched my radio career. I look forward to not only being a part of this new chapter of the 102 Jamz legacy but also engaging with our listeners and giving back to the community that has supported me throughout my journey.? WJHM Brand Manager Miguel ?Mijo? Irizarry said, “D-Strong isn’t just part of the Orlando community, he embodies it. His passion, work ethic and experience as both a programmer and talent make him invaluable wherever he’s needed.? more

From Radio Insight: Family Stations will be arriving in Nashville with the acquisition of 93.7 WFFI Kingston Springs TN from Educational Media Foundation for $2.1 million. A network affiliation agreement will take effect on Tuesday, October 15 with the station launching its “Family Radio” Christian Preaching programming under new WFRW call letters. The deal includes WFFI’s tower property and marks Family Stations’ entry into the state of Tenn EMF had acquired WFFI along with former simulcasters 94.1 WFFH Smyrna and 104.9 WBOZ Woodbury along with 99.5 KAIM-FM Honolulu HI in March for $7 million. It flipped WFFH to its “Air 1” network as WAIV and WBOZ to “K-Love” simulcasting 97.1 WLVU Belle Meade/Nashville as WLVN in June. more

From Radio Online: Premiere's FOX Sports Radio (FSR) has announced a renewed long-term agreement with "Two Pros and a Cup of Joe," the network's weekday morning show featuring Brady Quinn, LaVar Arrington and Jonas Knox. As part of the agreement, the program will continue to air in the network's 6-9am ET weekday timeslot on More...

From Radio Online: The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) has awarded grants to public media stations in six states as part of the first round of funding under the Next Generation Warning System (NGWS) program. Funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), these grants are aimed at More...

From Radio Online: Audacy and the Philadelphia Phillies ink a multi-year extension to their radio broadcast partnership. WIP-FM (SportsRadio 94WIP) will continue as the flagship station of the team, airing all regular and postseason games, as well as select Spring Training games. All games will be heard on WIP-FM and streamed More...

From Radio Online: The FCC's Enforcement Bureau appoints Andy Hendrickson as its new Chief Technology Officer to provide strategic and technical advice on technological developments. The agency says the establishment of a CTO position in the Enforcement Bureau continues the FCC's efforts to confront the challenges of modern More...

From Radio Online: Beasley Media Group elevatess April Brinks-Bailey (pictured), Stacie Waldrop and Randy Cable in its Florida markets. Brinks-Bailey, currently the National Sales Manager for Tampa, Fort Myers and Augusta, is upped to Director of Agency Sales for Tampa and Fort Myers. "I am excited to take on this new role More...

From Radio Insight: Eastlan Ratings has released its August monthlies for Bend OR, Billings MT, Charleston WV, Elkhart IN, Florence/Muscle Shoals AL, Greenville/New Bern/Jacksonville NC, Hot Springs AR, Johnson City/Kingsport/Bristol, Kalispell MT, La Salle/Peru IL, Laurel/Hattiesburg MS, Raleigh/Durham NC, San Luis Obispo CA, Santa Rosa CA, South Bend IN Twin Falls ID, and Waco TX. and the Summer ratings for Kauai and Maui HI. more

From Radio Insight: Audacy has announced it has agreed to a multi-year contract extension with the Philadelphia Phillies to continue to carry their game broadcasts on Sports 94.1 WIP. WIP has served as home of Phillies broadcasts since 2016 after previously sharing them with sister Conservative Talk 1210 WPHT. The station will continue to carry all regular season and postseason games called by. Scott Franzke, Larry Andersen and Kevin Stocker outside of conflicts with the NFL’s Eagles along with half-hour pregame and postgame shows anchored by Gregg Murphy. Audacy Philadelphia SVP/Market Manager David Yadgaroff said, “As we gear up for another Red October, we?re excited to announce our continued partnership with the Phillies. The Phillies are synonymous with this city?s great sports culture, and we?re proud to continue serving as the home for Phillies faithful ? from every pitch throughout the season to yearlong updates and headlines surrounding their favorite team.? Phillies EVP David Buck added, “SportsRadio 94WIP has been the Phillies? longtime radio partner, and our collective goal has always been to provide*fans with the most entertaining, informative and engaging broadcast in the game. As excitement ramps up for our third consecutive postseason appearance, we also celebrate the continuation of Phillies baseball on our flagship station for years to come.? more

From Radio Insight: iHeartMedia CHR 97.1 KZHT Salt Lake City morning host E. White is adding a second role in the market hosting afternoons on Classic Rock “Rock 106.7” KAAZ-FM Spanish Fork. White arrived in Salt Lake City in July 2023 to host mornings at KZHT with Erica Shea. He has spent his entire career with the company going straight from an intern in Philadelphia to Music/Imaging Director and afternoon host at CHR ?107.5 Kiss-FM? KKDM Des Moines in November 2017. He then hosted nights at 101.3 KDWB Minneapolis from 2020 until departing to join KZHT. White also is heard weekends on “Alt 104.5” WRFF Philadelphia. He succeeds the Tampa based Ron ‘Big Rig’ Michaels in afternoons at KAAZ-FM. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rock 106.7 (@rock1067) more

From Radio Insight: Corey Dillon has departed as morning show producer and midday host at Radio One Country “93Q” 92.9 KKBQ Pasadena/Houston TX after three and a half years at the station. Dillon joined KKBQ in May 2021 as midday host and added the morning show duties in May 2023. Prior to KKBQ, Dillon had a previous stint in the market hosting nights at Country “100.3 The Bull” KILT-FM from 2017-18. He also has hosted afternoons at Country ?98.9 The Bull? KNUC Seattle from 2018 until April 2020 and previously worked at CHRs ?Z90? XHITZ Tijuana/San Diego, ?95 Triple X? WXXX Burlington VT, and ?103.3 Amp Radio? WODS Boston. Weekender Mason Pradt is now listed in middays at the station. Pradt has been with the station since 2014 working in promotions until 2019. He previously hosted middays on former sister “Country Legends 97.1” KTHT and nights on KKBQ. more

From Radio Insight: With the tower of MARC Radio Hip Hop “Magic 101.3” WTMG Williston/Gainesville FL being destroyed by Hurricane Helene last week, the station’s programming is moving to 980 WDVH/94.1 W231DH Gainesville for the foreseeable future. That will move Adult R&B “R&B 94.1” to streaming only. Magic Program Director/afternoon host Vinny Foo told MainstreetDailyNews.com, “Our first move was to start pushing the new streams as we have huge listenership in Gainesville and Ocala. We want to make sure our listeners keep their daily routine.? In regards to a timetable to get the 101.3 signal restored, Foo added “This could take some time, especially while a big portion of the state is trying to rebuild, not just their stations but also their livelihoods.” more

From Radio Insight: Public News/Talk/Indie Alternative 89.9 KCRW Santa Monica/Los Angeles has announced the addition of Alejandro ‘Ale’ Cohen as Music Director effective October 28. Cohen joins KCRW from music collective dublab which he co-founded and served as General Manager from 2007 to 2015 and has been Executive Director since. The organization operates 99.1 KLDB-LP Los Angeles described as “broadcasting since the ‘dot-com era’ with the mission to share forward-thinking, freeform radio with an international audience. dublab?s programming has since expanded to include the production of original art exhibits, films, television, events, and community education projects as well as broadcast on affiliate stations in Germany, Japan, Spain, and Brazil.” A music composer and producer, Cohen has released music under the names Languis and Pharaohs and has composed for multiple television shows, documentaries and educational materials. He has also consulted for Pacifica’s 90.7 KPFK Los Angeles and as part of his duties as dublab?s Executive Director, he oversaw its programming and podcast offerings, managed fundraising for the organization and curated the annual ambient music event Tonalism. Cohen comemented, ?KCRW is one of the defining voices of our community. Today, I am grateful for the opportunity to join the organization, and be part of that voice that informs, inspires, and connects the people of Los Angeles and the world.” He continued, ?My story has been intertwined with KCRW from the moment I moved from Buenos Aires and made Los Angeles my home. Back in August 1996, with only a demo cassette of my music, I ventured to the old KCRW studios in the basement of Santa Monica College and left a copy of my songs with Chris Douridas. I knew right away from his warm and welcoming nature, genuine interest, and curiosity that this was the place to be.? KCRW Chief Content Officer Arnie Seipel said, ?I?m thrilled to work with Alejandro who, as a longtime fan of KCRW, understands and respects the legacy of KCRW Music. He is ready to take our mission of music discovery to the next generation of fans in the spaces where they enjoy music. Anne Litt, KCRW?s current Music Director will shift to a creative consultant role where she can be closer to the audiences who love her, on air, at live events, and in her weekly Music Insider email. Alejandro will build on all the progress we?ve made from the hard work and passion of Anne. It?s a win for our audience because we don?t have to lose one to get the other.? more

From Radio Insight: After stunting with all-Taylor Swift for the month of September, Mount Wilson FM Broadcasters has launched Classic Country “Go Country Gold” 1260 KMZT Beverly Hills/105.1 KKGO-HD4 Los Angeles. Flanking Country “Go Country 105” KKGO-FM, the new brand will focus on Country hits of the 80s through early 2000s with some 60s and 70s. Core artists include Garth Brooks, Alabama, Reba, Randy Travis, Brooks & Dunn, George Strait, The Judds, Alan Jackson and Patsy Cline. Owner/Station Manager Saul Levine said, “For years, Southern California country fans sold out venues from the Palomino Club and The Troubadour to The Forum and now So-Fi Stadium. We’re proud to offer these passionate music fans a second radio station for Country Music.” KMZT had previously been Classical “K-Mozart“, which remains on 105.1 KKGO-HD2 and 98.3 K252FO Los Angeles. more

From Radio Online: Following the success of its Media Mixers in New York and Chicago, the Broadcasters Foundation of America (BFOA) is bringing the popular networking event to Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 23 from 6-8pm PT at the Universal Studios Hollywood Lot. Co-hosts for the Los Angeles Media Mixer are NBC4 News Anchor More...

From Radio Online: Mount Wilson FM Broadcasters flips Classical KMZT-AM (1260) in Los Angeles to Classic Country as "Go Country Gold," effective October 1. The gold-based Country format is heavy on 80s, 90s and early 2000s and will also be heard on KKGO-HD4. Core artists include Garth Brooks, Alabama, Reba, Randy Travis, More...

From Radio Insight: Day 3 of Nielsen Audio’s PPM releases are now available for Charlotte, Portland, San Antonio, Salt Lake City, Orlando, Sacramento, Pittsburgh, Las Vegas, Cincinnati, Kansas City, Columbus, and Cleveland. All the numbers can be found at RadioInsight.com/Ratings. CharlotteBeasley Media Adult R&B “V101.9” WBAV jumps up 6.7 to 7.7 for its first time atop the market since last November. iHeartMedia Variety Hits “102.9 The Lake” WLKO moves down 7.5 to 7.0. Beasley Country 103.7 WSOC continues its slide 8.6 – 7.4 – 7.0 – 6.6. Pacific Broadcasting Classic Hits “95.7 The Ride” WXRC rises 5.4 to 6.4. Radio One News/Talk 1110 WBT/99.3 WBT-FM is down 6.6 to 5.8. Beasley Hip Hop “Power 98” WPEG jumps up 4.0 to 5.2, while sister Classic Hits “K104.7” WKQC is down 5.6 to 5.1. iHeartMedia Alternative “106.5 The End” WEND surges up 3.1 – 3.6 – 4.9. Beasley CHR “Kiss 95.1” WNKS rises 2.6 – 3.1 – 3.5. iHeartMedia CHR “Hits 96.1” WHQC is up 2.2 to 2.8. PortlandiHeartMedia Classic Hits “106.7 The Eagle” KLTH rises 7.4 to 7.9 to take sole possession of the Portland lead over sister AC “K103” KKCW as it continues its slide 9.8 – 7.8 – 7.3 – 6.6. iHeart Rhythmic CHR “Jam’n 107.5” KXJM soars from eleventh to third 2.8 – 4.1 – 5.4 for what Ratings Expert Chris Huff notes is its largest share since September 2014. KXJM ties with Alpha Media AAA 101.9 KINK, which drops 6.2 to 5.4. Alpha News/Talk 101.1 KXL dips 5.3 to 5.2. Public News/Talk 91.5 KOPB-FM is down 5.9 to 5.0, but its stream climbs 0.5 – 1.2 – 1.4. Jazz 89.1 KMHD rises 2.1 – 2.8 – 3.9. Audacy Classic Rock 92.3 KGON rises 4.1 to 4.8. iHeart’s competing “105.9 The Brew” KFBW drops 3.9 – 3.3 – 2.6. iHeart CHR “Z100” KKRZ falls 5.9 to 4.5 to tie Alpha’s “Live 95.5” KBFF as it is up 4.3 to 4.5. Audacy Hot AC “Bella 105” KRSK tumbles 3.5 – 2.3 – 1.9. Audacy Country “99.5 The Wolf” KWJJ rises 3.1 to 3.8. Alpha Media’s “98.7 The Bull” KUPL slides 4.1 – 3.3 – 3.2. San AntonioCox Classic Hits 101.1 KONO-FM expands its lead up 8.2 to 8.4 with its stream adding a 0.8 share. Cox Country “Y100” KCYY moves up to second 6.0 to 6.1. iHeartMedia AC “Q101.9” KQXT holds at a 5.8 share. EMF Christian AC “K-Love” 91.3 KZLV rebounds 4.8 to 5.7. Cox Classic Rock “106.7 The Eagle” KTKX slips 6.1 to 5.3. Alpha Media Variety Hits “102.7 Jack-FM” KJKX is up 4.1 to 4.8. Public News/Talk “Texas Public Radio” 89.1 KSTX continues its summer gain 2.1 – 2.4 – 3.3 – 3.4 – 4.6 for what Huff notes is its best share since June 2021 and its sister Classical 88.3 KPAC rises 0.7 – 1.1 – 1.8. Univision Hip Hop “98.5 The Beat” KBBT is down 5.2 to 4.6, while sister Rhythmic AC “Vibe 107.5” KVBH is down 5.2 to 4.4 and Regional Mexican “Que Buena 92.9” KROM drops 2.3 to 1.4 for what Huff notes is the lowest on the frequency since Spring 1993 when it flipped from AC to Spanish AC. With its mid-monthly flip from Oldies to Business News, Cox’s 860 KONO falls 2.1 – 1.3 – 0.7. Salt Lake CityBonneville AC “FM 100” KSFI reclaims the Salt Lake top spot up 7.4 to 8.1 with sister Classic Rock “103.5 The Arrow” KRSP down 7.9 to 7.6. KSOP Inc. Country “Z104.3” KSOP-FM trends up 4.2 – 4.9 – 6.2. Bonneville News/Talk 1160 KSL/102.7 KSL-FM holds at a 6.1 share. Capitol Broadcasting AC “Now 97.9” KBZN dips 5.9 to 5.5. Broadway Media Rhythmic Throwbacks “92.5 The Beat” KUUU climbs 1.8 – 2.0 – 2.6 for what Huff notes is the best showing for the signal since it was Hip Hop “U92” in August 2018. iHeartMedia Conservative Talk 570 KNRS/105.9 KNRS-FM slides 4.1 – 3.6 – 2.7. iHeart Classic Rock “Rock 106.7” KAAZ falls 3.4 – 2.4 – 1.5 for its lowest share since Holiday 2013. Broadway Media CHR “Mix 105.1” KUDD is down 4.6 – 3.3 – 3.2. Cumulus’ competing “Power 101.9/94.9” KENZ/KHTB drops 3.6 to 2.5 and iHeartMedia’s 97.1 KZHT is up 2.1 to 2.4. OrlandoAudacy Classic Hits “105.9 Sunny-FM” WOCL slides 11.8 – 11.1 – 10.5. Cox Adult R&B “Star 94.5” WCFB is down 9.3 to 8.4. iHeartMedia AC “Magic 107.7” WMGF rises 7.2 to 7.8. Audacy Rhythmic Throwbacks “102 Jamz” surges up 2.3 – 3.2 – 5.8 following its flip from Alternative. That ties it for fourth with Cox Classic Rock 98.9 WMMO, which gains 4.8 to 5.8. iHeartMedia CHR “XL 106.7” WXXL drops 6.1 to 5.1. iHeartMedia Rock 101.1 WJRR benefits from the demise of Alternative “FM 101.9” WQMP as it climbs 2.6 – 3.0 – 3.9 – 4.5. Cox News/Talk 580/107.3 WDBO is down 5.3 to 4.7. iHeartMedia Hot Talk “Real Radio 104.1” WTKS-FM is down 5.1 to 4.0. Cox Country “K92.3” WWKA falls 5.5 – 4.7 – 4.0. SacramentoiHeartMedia News/Talk 1530 KFBK/93.1 KFBK-FM sees its lead narrow with a 9.8 to 8.1 drop. Just behind are Bonneville AC “Mix 96” KYMX and Audacy Classic Rock “Eagle 96.9” KSEG as both dip 8.1 to 8.0. Bonneville Country 105.1 KNCI is up 5.9 to 6.2. iHeartMedia Soft AC “92.5 The Breeze” KBEB dips 4.6 to 4.5. Audacy CHR “106.5 The End” KUDL climbs 3.5 to 4.1. iHeartMedia Rhythmic Throwbacks “V101” KHYL is up 3.6 to 4.0. Bonneville Hot AC “Now 100.5” KZZO gains 3.1 to 3.7. iHeart Millennial Hits “Kiss 107.9” KZIS rises 2.1 – 2.3 – 3.1. iHeartMedia Conservative Talk “Talk 650” KSTE trends up 2.4 – 2.8 – 3.3. Audacy Alternative “Alt 94.7” KKDO drops 4.6 to 3.1. Las VegasiHeartMedia AC “Sunny 106.5” KSNE rises 8.1 to 9.2. Lotus Regional Mexican “La Buena 101.9” KWID is up 7.0 to 7.7. Beasley Media Classic Hits 96.3 KKLZ drops 9.1 to 7.5. iHeartMedia Country “95.5 The Bull” KWNR is down 4.9 to 4.5. Audacy Hot AC “Mix 94.1” KMXB is up 4.2 to 4.3. Latino Hustle Group Regional Mexican “Fiesta 98.1” KLUC-HD3 swings 3.8 – 2.9 – 4.0. SOS Radio Christian AC 90.5 KSOS climbs 1.6 – 2.3 – 3.1. Adult R&B “Power 88.1” KCEP rises 1.5 – 1.7 – 2.3. iHeartMedia Classic Rock “93.1 The Mountain” KYMT is down 3.1 to 2.5. Beasley Hot AC 102.7 KVGS falls 3.1 – 2.0 – 1.9 to its lowest share on the frequency since Holiday 2015. PittsburghiHeartMedia Classic Rock 102.5 WDVE trends up 7.3 – 8.1 – 9.3 for what is its first time atop the market since December 2022. iHeart Classic Hits “94.5 3WS” WWSW drops to second but rises 9.0 to 9.2. Audacy Sports “93.7 The Fan” KDKA-FM trends up 6.9 – 7.2 – 7.9. iHeartMedia CHR “96.1 Kiss” WKST-FM rebounds 6.0 to 7.5. Steel City Media Variety Hits “96.9 Bob-FM” WRRK inches up 7.3 to 7.4. Renda AC “Wish 99.7” WSHH is down 5.5 to 4.9. Audacy Country “Y108” WDSY drops 5.2 to 4.3, while sister Hot AC “100.7 Star” WBZZ falls 2.8 – 2.3 – 1.9 which Huff notes is the lowest on the frequency since Spring 1994 as Country “K-Bear” . Public News/Talk 90.5 WESA rises 3.5 – 4.4 – 4.7. Audacy News/Talk 1020/100.1 KDKA slides 4.4 – 4.1 – 3.4. CincinnatiCumulus Media Classic Hits 103.5 WGRR drops 11.1 to 9.9 but maintains its lead. Hubbard Country “B105” WUBE soars up 5.9 – 7.9 – 9.0 to rise to second. iHeartMedia News/Talk 700 WLW is down for the fifth straight month 9.5 to 8.6 with sister Conservative Talk 550 WKRC right behind down 7.0 to 6.6. Hubbard Hot AC “Q102” WKRQ is up 4.9 to 5.6. Cumulus Classic Rock “92.5 The Fox” WOFX-FM trends up 4.1 – 4.6 – 5.2. iHeartMedia Rock 102.7 WEBN drops 5.8 to 4.9. Kansas CityCumulus Classic Hits 94.9 KCMO-FM expands its lead up 10.7 to 11.7. Cumulus Classic Rock “101 The Fox” KCFX rises 9.4 to 10.1. Audacy News/Talk 98.1 KMBZ-FM dips 5.7 to 5.4 and its stream drops 1.3 to 1.0. Audacy Country “106.5 The Wolf” WDAF-FM rises 4.4 to 4.9. Steel City Media CHR “Mix 93.3” KMXV slides 6.3 – 5.2 – 4.8. Steel City Media Country “Q104” KBEQ gains 3.8 to 4.7. Co-owned 94.1 KFKF is down 4.9 to 4.5. Following its move to FM and rebrand as “96.5 The Fan“, Audacy’s 96.5 KFNZ-FM (formerly 610 KCSP) soars 2.4 – 3.0 – 4.6 and its stream rises 1.1 to 1.4. Audacy Hot AC “99.7 The Point” KZPT drops 4.4 to 3.5. Northwestern Media Christian AC ” Life 88.5” KJNW-FM rises 2.8 – 3.0 – 3.2 – 3.5. ColumbusTEGNA Sports “97.1 The Fan” WBNS-FM trends up 6.7 – 7.3 – 8.7. iHeartMedia Country 92.3 WCOL slides 10.9 – 9.9 – 9.4 – 9.1 – 8.6. iHeart Classic Hits “93.3 The Bus” is down 8.1 to 7.9. Saga AC “Sunny 95” WSNY-FM is up 6.6 to 7.1 to tie for fourth with Radio One Adult R&B “Magic 95.5” WXMG as it soars 3.2 – 3.7 – 6.1 – 7.1. Ratings expert Chris Huff notes that is the largest share in the the brand’s history from its launch on 98.9 in 1998, move to 106.3 in 2011 and then to 95.5 in 2015. iHeartMedia CHR 97.9 WNCI rises 5.1 to 5.6. iHeart News/Talk 610 WTVN is down 5.7 to 5.1. Radio One Hip Hop “Power 107.5/106.3” WCKX/WHTD climbs 2.2 – 2.5 – 2.9. NABCO Rock “99.7 The Blitz” WRKZ slides 4.3 – 4.0 – 3.3. ClevelandiHeartMedia Classic Hits “Majic 105.7” WMJI holds its lead dipping 9.1 to 9.0. Audacy Classic Rock 98.5 WNCX trends up 7.2 – 7.7 – 8.8. Radio One Adult R&B 93.1 WZAK is down 8.8 to 8.2. iHeartMedia News/Talk 1100/106.9 WTAM drops 7.3 to 6.8. Public News/Talk “Ideastream” 89.7 WKSU/104.9 WCLV falls 7.3 to 6.5. Audacy Sports “92.3 The Fan” WKRK-FM is up 4.2 to 4.4, but its stream rises 0.3 – 0.5 – 1.0. Rubber City Radio’s “107.3 Alternative Cleveland” WNWV climbs 2.8 – 3.0 – 3.4 for the best showing on the frequency since August 2016 as Smooth Jazz “107.3 The Wave“. Akron focused sister Classic Rock 97.5 WONE-FM is up 1.7 – 2.1 – 2.2. iHeart Hot Talk/Rock 100.7 WMMS is down 7.4 – 6.5 – 6.3. more

From Radio Online: KNWS-FM (Life 101.9) in Waterloo, IA afternoon host and Production Director David A. Dein will step into the morning show slot beginning this week. Before joining the station in May, 2021 he served as Imaging Producer at The Lighthouse Radio Network. Prior to that, Dein was Assistant Program Director at WAWZ More...

From Radio Insight: Skyview Networks’ “Dana Cortez Show” will relocate to Houston to become based at Audacy Hot AC “Mix 96.5” KHMX starting Monday, November 4. Hosted by Cortez, husband/producer DJ Automatic, and comedian Anthony Almanzar, the show most recently had been based in Phoenix. The show has been syndicated by Skyview Networks since 2018. A native of West Texas, prior to syndication Cortez hosted mornings at KKSS Albuquerque and KBBT San Antonio. Audacy Houston SVP/Programming Sara Frazier commented, “We are thrilled to welcome ?The Dana Cortez Show? to Mix 96.5 and Houston. Dana, DJ Automatic and Anthony A bring an incredible energy, humor and relatability that resonates with audiences everywhere. We?re excited for our Houston listeners to experience the unique blend of entertainment and real-life conversations that have made the show a hit nationwide.? Cortez said, “I?m so excited to wake up and connect with H-Town?s amazing community. Sarah Frazier and Melissa Chase are visionaries, and being on the Mix 96.5 team is a perfect fit for our show’s new flagship station.? Cortez’s show fills the opening created by Sarah Pepper’s departure in May. more

From Radio Online: Cumulus Media announced the addition of two new podcasts to the Rich Eisen Podcast Network, hosted by Eisen. These new programs mark the fourth and fifth offerings in Eisen's growing lineup of sports-centric podcasts under the Cumulus Podcast Network umbrella. The first of the new additions, "No-Contest More...

From Radio Online: KHMX (Mix 96.5) in Houston adds "The Dana Cortez Show." The station will debut the Houston-focused morning show, which features Dana Cortez, DJ Automatic and Anthony A, weekdays from 6-10am CT beginning November 4. The station will also serve as the flagship for Skyview Networks' syndicated program. The show More...

From Radio Insight: Scott Fybush is a station broker as the principal of Fybush Media. He is also a consultant, an engineer and has been a close observer of the broadcasting industry for more than 30 years as the editor of NorthEast Radio Watch. His 2025 Tower Site Calendar is now available for pre-order. It’s rare that the inner regulatory workings of the FCC escape from Washington into the general public’s attention, but these are rare times, and Audacy’s plan to emerge from bankruptcy has become one of those stories that’s taken on political dimensions far beyond the usual obscurity of the Commission’s processes. The FCC approved the Audacy restructuring deal on Monday, but the approval came on a narrow partisan 3-2 majority, with Republican commissioners Nathan Simington and Brendan Carr dissenting. Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel fired back in a statement criticizing Simington and Carr for claiming the plan received preferential treatment, a claim that’s been making the rounds heavily on conservative media in recent weeks. At the heart of the dispute, of course, is the presence of financier George Soros as one of the funders behind the restructuring. To hear some conservative media outlets tell it, Soros plans to take control of the Audacy stations to push his own political agenda, and while we’re not here to take political sides, the facts are pretty clear: there’s no real evidence that Soros is in this for any reason other than to try to make some money. (It’s worth noting that, if anything, Audacy’s talk stations have been trending to the right lately – KRLD in Dallas, for instance, has been replacing news blocks with more conservative talk.) What we’re here to do this week (since it’s otherwise a slow news week) is to offer some other observations about some FCC trends that have us raising our eyebrows. Keep reading* *It’s not just the Audacy restructuring that’s been pulling the FCC’s two Republican commissioners in a more political direction than usual, after all. Consider two more data points: in a hearing last week, Carr was asked whether he supported the idea that ABC should “lose its licenses” over the way the presidential debate in September was conducted. It’s well-established precedent going back 50 years now that the FCC doesn’t regulate licensees based on the content of their programming, as upheld in no shortage of FCC rejections of attempts to intervene in license renewals based on format changes or news programming. Did Carr uphold that precedent? He did not. Instead, he suggested that there might indeed be consequences from the debate. Data point number two: the FCC has been pretty consistent in recent years in its attempt to create real-world consequences for the pirate FM broadcasters who fill up the FM dial in New York, Newark, Miami, Boston and elsewhere, imposing large fines on the broadcasters themselves and, more effectively, on the property owners where the pirates have been operating. The FCC announced fines last week against three more pirates, hitting Masner Beauplan with $920,000 in penalties for his signals on 91.7 in the Newark area, as well as $40,000 each against Raul Alcantara for 88.9 in the Bronx and Wilner Batiste for 94.1 in Spring Valley, Rockland County. Those are usually unanimous votes, but not this time: Simington voted against the fines, as part of a larger objection on his part questioning whether the FCC still has the authority to levy fines on its own without a jury trial. Simington’s objections are based on a Supreme Court ruling in June that found that regulatory agencies (in that case, the SEC) can’t impose fines based on their own in-house rulings, but rather that defendants are entitled to a jury trial. And*that, in turn, is part of a larger pattern of Supreme Court rulings, most notably the overturning of the “Chevron doctrine,” that are calling into question a lot of the underpinnings of the regulatory state as we’ve understood it for decades. *Those are the facts, as we understand them, and now a bit of opinion: no matter what your own political views might be, if you’re in the broadcasting business, it all comes together to create more uncertainty at a time when the industry probably can’t take much more. There aren’t a lot of potential buyers beating down the doors of big radio companies to pump money into the business right now (just ask Emmis about trying to sell 98.7 in New York), so whether you like George Soros, dislike him or have no opinion at all, is it good for radio if regulatory uncertainty and political scorekeeping are making it harder to get approval for what should still be a value-neutral approval of a fairly standard bankruptcy exit? (As Rosenworcel points out, the basics of the Audacy deal are no different from a half dozen other cases that have received FCC approval in recent years.) The debate issue should concern broadcasters of all stripes, too. A Commission that’s capable of pushing back on ABC for perceived liberal bias could just as easily shift in the opposite direction, after all, and push back on the many broadcasters whose politics lean right. The FCC’s longstanding policy of not regulating on content and formats has protected*all*broadcasters over the last half-century. Will broadcasters speak out to protect those hard-fought protections? We’re watching, too, to see if broadcasters push back at all on Simington on the pirate fines. While the fines still went through on a 4-1 vote (even Carr approved them), a change in political control later this year could shift the balance at the Commission – and will the NAB, which has pushed hard for punitive fines against pirates, be happy if they’re suddenly being let off the hook based on a political philosophical crusade? The fallout from the*Chevron*decision is just beginning to be felt across the entire regulatory environment, not just the FCC, and from where we sit here on the edge of the industry, it seems as though there’s potentially much more to be lost than there is to be gained if more pieces of the “administrative state” are dismantled without careful consideration. While broadcasters have plenty of reasons to be frustrated at the FCC (did you try to get regulatory fees paid last week through the overly-complex CORES system?), those regulations also do a lot to protect broadcasters from interference and to provide the kind of stability that’s needed for a secure, predictable business environment. It’s a point even the NAB made this week, reacting to the Audacy restucturing approval with a statement praising the importance of regulatory consistency. “To ensure a vibrant future, we need a transparent, fair and predictable regulatory process for broadcast license transfers and renewals ? devoid of politics ? that allows local radio and television stations a fair chance to compete for the investment capital that is necessary to continue serving the public,” wrote NAB leader Curtis LeGeyt. more

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From Radio Insight: KRGO LLC’s Silent 1550 KMRI West Valley City/Salt Lake City has returned to operation as Sports “SLC Sports Radio“. The new brand is being led by veteran Sports talk host Dino Costa, who will host from 1-6pm. Sports ByLine USA network programming will air in other dayparts on the 10kW AM daytime-only signal. Costa, whose show usually mixes Sports Talk and Conservative Talk, had very brief tenures that ended in controversy at KXTG Portland and KFNS St. Louis. He also has hosted shows for SiriusXM, KLZ Denver and WNNR Jacksonville. Sports Byline USA President Darren Peck said. ?We?re thrilled to be bringing our lineup to Salt Lake City and joining forces with broadcast icon Dino Costa to bring great content to the fans there. The region?s appetite for sports is exploding and the timing of this launch couldn?t be better. Dino has been providing informative, entertaining and innovative sports talk for decades and we?ve been cheering for him all along the way. Our hosts include industry veterans and successful sports figures like Ron Barr, Brian Billick, Fred Dryer, Ron Cey, Rick Tittle, Marty Tirrell and more. All the best to Dino and their staff there and we couldn?t be more excited to get started!” Costa commented, “?Darren Peck is way too nice, but I?m more than appreciative of his thoughts and kind words. I?m blessed to be a part of this project, one that has had wheels in motion over the last 16-months with the objective of providing listeners of Salt Lake City with a viable alternative in the world of sports radio. This is a great community with people who love their sports. There is a vision that is evident with many here who understand that Salt Lake City is not only growing, but is a city and a region just now starting to realize its full potential. We?re more than happy to be a part of it, and we look forward to providing an outlet and a platform that is uniquely situated as an independent radio station serving as the voice of the people. I want to thank Darren Peck and Sports Byline USA for their faith in us. I welcome them to Salt Lake City, while also thanking the many who have been on the air over the years here in SLC before us ? including those who are currently on the air ? and are our on-air colleagues of today.? more