Broadcasting Industry News
WOOD-TV Announces Debate Week with Senate, Gubernatorial Candidates
The Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate and the Republican candidates for governor will face off in primary debates in July, hosted by Nexstar’s WOOD-TV (Grand Rapids). Both debates will be moderated by political reporter Rick Albin and News 8 anchor Amber Krycka.
Read MoreGray Media Lansing Sets Groundbreaking for Studio, Newscast Expansion
The company plans to expand their current facility by approximately 14,000 square feet, adding a new studio, master control, newsroom, and sales space. They will also renovate the existing building, bringing the total footprint to approximately 30,000 square feet. Gray Media is working with Lansing-based partners Granger Construction and Colliers Engineering & Design, together with Huffman Keel Associates, on the renovation and expansion project.
Read MoreWQUS Joins 97.1 Detroit Sports Radio Network
Townsquare Media’s WQUS-FM (Lapeer/Flint) is the latest station around the state to join Audacy’s 97.1 Detroit Sports Radio Network. The all-sports programming debuted on WQUS this past Monday (6/1), replacing its classic rock format.
Read More2026 RTDNA Regional Murrow Award Winners Announced
The Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) has announced the recipients of the 2026 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards. 6 Michigan broadcasters won a total of 11 awards in Region 7, which is shared with Illinois, Indiana and Ohio.
Read MoreDave Ellis Named WLUC-TV News Director
Ellis has more than three decades of experience in broadcast and multimedia production, with deep familiarity with the Upper Peninsula and WLUC. Most recently, he has served as an Executive Producer at WLUC-TV, coordinating coverage for live college sports and creating content for both broadcast and digital platforms.
Read MoreDetroit PBS Completes $7.5 Million Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation Challenge Ahead of Schedule
“This is a significant step forward, but it’s not the finish line,” said Rich Homberg, President and CEO of Detroit PBS. “Meeting this challenge ahead of schedule shows what’s possible when this community rallies around public media, understanding our future despite a fast-changing media and funding landscape.”
Read MoreMichigan Public and WGVU Public Media Welcome “Hidden Brain: On Stage with Shankar Vedantam” to Grand Rapids
During this live event, host and creator Shankar Vedantam is set to make his exclusive Midwest appearance to bring seven key insights from the first decade of Hidden Brain to the stage, including discoveries about behavior, decision-making, perception, and connection.
Read MoreGray Media Lansing Combines Operations of WILX-TV & WSYM-TV
Gray Media Lansing announced that the Federal Communications Commission has approved Gray Media/WILX-TV 10’s acquisition of WSYM-TV FOX 47 from The E.W. Scripps Company. The two stations officially combined operations on Friday, May 15.
Read MoreScreamin’ Scott Randall Moves to Morning Drive on WCSX-FM
“Screamin’ Scott has long been one of the most recognizable and entertaining voices on WCSX,” said station Program Director Jade Springart. “His passion for the Motor City, knowledge of classic rock, and genuine connection with listeners make him a perfect fit for mornings. Scott brings energy, authenticity, and a whole lot of fun to everything he does, and we’re excited for listeners to wake up with him every day.”
Read MoreMichigan Public and Stephen Henderson Launch New Statewide Call-In Show “Michigan, We Need to Talk”
Michigan Public has announced the forthcoming debut of Michigan, We Need to Talk, a new weekly live call-in program launching in summer 2026 from Michigan Public and journalist Stephen Henderson. Hosted and produced by Henderson, the show will bring together voices from across the state for thoughtful, live, unscripted conversations about the issues shaping life in Michigan.
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