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Reagan Freed Talk Radio From DC Red Tape. It's Time to Do It Again.
We are quickly approaching the 40 anniversary of President Reagan's repeal of the so-called Fairness Doctrine, a long-standing policy that prohibited radio stations from presenting arguments without government-mandated “balance.” The…
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Radio ad volumes rise 1.2% in Jan-Jul 2026: TAM AdEx
Radio advertising volumes grew 1.2% in January-July 2026 compared with the same period last year, according to the latest TAM AdEx report. The report tracks advertising trends across more than 122 radio stations in association with RCS India. The…
Congress doesn't agree on much. Except that your car needs AM radio.
As Americans debate Iran and artificial intelligence, lawmakers have found common ground on what is apparently a more pressing issue: requiring AM radios in cars. On Tuesday, the House passed the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, which would require…
Major Radio Station Drops Ed Sheeran Songs For 'The Foreseeable Future
Irish radio station Classic Hits Radio has removed Ed Sheeran 's songs from its playlists “for the foreseeable future” after opening act Macklemore was dropped from the Loop tour due to pro-Palestine comments on stage. RTÉ 100…
Jewish conservative radio host Sid Rosenberg optimistic about JD Vance
Conservative radio personality Sid Rosenberg, a vocal critic of JD Vance's positions toward Israel, left a meeting with the vice president on Thursday giddy with optimism. “I went in there with very low expectations,” Rosenberg told…
Ofcom proposes smart speaker rules for radio
UK radio stations could gain new protections over how their services are found and played through voice assistants. Ofcom has opened a consultation on a code of practice for designated radio selection services under the Media Act 2024. The…
Announcers, TV, Matchup History, Radio for No. 11 BYU vs Colorado State
On Saturday evening, the BYU football program will take on former conference rival Colorado State. The Cougars, who are ranked 11th in the AP Poll, are looking to go into the bye week 3-0 on the season. The Rams, meanwhile, are a perfect 2-0 after…
Ed Sheeran music dropped by radio station over Macklemore tour controversy
An Irish radio station has removed all Ed Sheeran music from its playlists indefinitely. Classic Hits Radio announced that from Thursday, 17 September, songs by the English singer-songwriter will no longer be played, due to the controversy…
No. 14 Penn State vs. Buffalo Preview: TV, Radio, Streaming, Announcers for Week 3
No. 14 Penn State hosts Buffalo on Saturday in the final preseason (or non-conference) game of 2026. The Nittany Lions are major favorites over Buffalo, the lowest-rated team on their schedule that is coming off a loss to FIU. Yet there are still…
How to Watch Purdue vs. UCLA in Week 3 With TV, Radio, Forecast & Preview
Every game on the schedule is important, but Saturday's becomes even more significant for Purdue. The Boilermakers open the 2026 Big Ten season on the road against UCLA, hoping to bounce back after suffering a 38-36 double-overtime loss to Wake…
New radio mast planned for city suburb and some people aren't happy
A Welsh council has decided a 20m-tall radio mast can go up without prior approval in an affluent Cardiff suburb despite anger from local residents. Council planners have resolved that Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Limited does not…
Iowa Cattlemen's Association unveils 2026 legislative priorities - Radio Iowa
The Iowa Cattlemen's Association plans to ask the 2026 Iowa legislature to cap and limit interest rates in Iowa's Beginning Farmer Program. Bryan Whaley, the association's CEO, said eligibility rules should be expanded, too, to help young farmers…
Iowa schools wary of threats involving Cat in the Hat videos - Radio Iowa
Iowa parents and students are being warned about a disturbing social media trend that features sinister versions of a beloved children's book character. Estherville Lincoln Central Superintendent Andy Armstead says the school resource officer first…
Jewish radio host Sid Rosenberg says he 'charmed' JD Vance, after slamming his stances on Israel
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Conservative radio personality Sid Rosenberg, a vocal critic of JD Vance's positions toward Israel, left a meeting with the vice president on Thursday giddy with optimism. “I went in there with very…
Sacramento Kings drop long-time radio partner KHTK-AM
The Sacramento Kings are breaking up with their long-time broadcast radio partner and will become the first team in the National Basketball Association (NBA) to deliver live audio of their games over the Internet on a full-time basis. On Thursday…
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