Headlines
AI-generated news sites spout viral slop from forgotten URLs
For readers, the sloppified news churned out by many of the sites is a reason to be wary of a confusing media landscape. And for beleaguered news publishers, the AI news sites threaten their investments in journalism, since the sites can almost instantly churn out versions of original reporting and capture valuable web traffic.
The Pentagon Press Corps Is Gone
As reporters for major news outlets turn in their government-issued press badges rather than accept new restrictions, some argue that the best military journalism is yet to come.
Radio
Study: Sports Radio Ads Reach Fans More Effectively Than TV
Sports radio is one of the most effective ways for brands to reach dedicated fans, according to a new Audacy Insights report that highlights the strong connection between sports radio and passionate fans.
House Recess Slows AM Radio Bill, While Support Keeps Growing.
What some critics have referred to as an unscheduled “paid vacation” for lawmakers means the proposed AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act (H.R. 979) will not make it to the floor anytime soon for a vote.
Media
As Media Trust Plummets, Personalities Are Your Lifeline
A recent Gallup Survey and The Hollywood Reporter’s Morning Consult poll reveal what most of us already sense: public trust in “the media,” radio, TV, and newspapers has hit another low. Only 28% of respondents report trusting the media.
Consumers
Holiday Shoppers Embrace Value, Tradition As Spending Eases
Despite a more cautious spending outlook, U.S. consumers remain determined to celebrate the 2025 holiday season — and they’re getting creative about how to do it.
