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Cox Media Group (CMG) has named Phil Becker Vice President, Audience & Content Growth for its radio division, a newly created executive position focused on expanding audiences across broadcast and digital platforms. Becker will join CMG Radio on July 20 and will oversee audience growth strategies spanning over-the-air radio, streaming, podcasting, social media and emerging

Broadcasters from 31 states gathered on Capitol Hill Tuesday to urge Congress to pass the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, arguing that preserving AM radio in new vehicles is essential for public safety and emergency communications. Joining the broadcasters were representatives from AARP, the International Association of Fire Chiefs and local emergency management organizations,

To Urban Radio, thanks for getting involved and speading the word about the Election Day coming up. This year has already shown us what’s at stake.  Across the country, we’ve seen escalating attacks on voting rights, Black political power, healthcare access, and our communities.  But through it all, we’ve continued to organize — and that work has only been possible

A federal appeals court has upheld an injunction won by Cumulus Media against Nielsen, agreeing with a lower court that the ratings giant likely violated antitrust law by leveraging an alleged monopoly over national radio data to pressure broadcasters into buying local data they didn’t want. The ruling, issued on July 13, reinstates a December 30 preliminary

The New York State Broadcasters Association (NYSBA) has named Heidi Raphael as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding longtime President and CEO David Donovan. Raphael will take over leadership of the association later this year as Donovan transitions from the role after 15 years at the helm. Donovan will remain with NYSBA, continuing

To our black radio family. On behalf of our Founder and President, Mr. Bernie Hayes, you’re invited to one of the biggest celebrations in Black broadcasting! The National Black Radio Hall of Fame is proud to welcome the Class of 2026, representing 19 states across the country and officially certified and approved by the National Board of