iHeartMedia SmartAudio Covid Recovery Program
iHeartMedia launches SmartAudio COVID Recovery Program to help brands reconnect with customers using data-driven radio and digital advertising solutions....
Tag : COVID-19
Morgan State gets personal to battle the pandemic
Morgan State University, founded in 1867, transforms its approach to combat the pandemic while establishing itself as a premier Black research institution....
USA Launches $10,000 Scholarship Fund for HBCUs
McDonald's launches $500,000 Black & Positively Golden Scholarship Fund for HBCU students through Thurgood Marshall College Fund partnership....
Black Business Spotlight: Tre Tailor, “Coping with COVID”
Tre Tailor leverages her radio experience to create 'Coping with COVID,' an entertaining video series focused on pandemic safety with impressive guests....
GOSPEL SINGER BRYAN ANDREW WILSON GETS HITCHED
Gospel singer Bryan Andrew Wilson married motivational speaker Tiffany Morriar in a private Texas ceremony. The couple's original NYC wedding was postponed due to COVID-19....
Radio Jock Dies from COVID After Moving Abroad
Radio DJ Foster left the US for better broadcasting opportunities abroad and built a successful international career before tragically dying from COVID-19....
Radio PD and 2 Other DJs Test Positive for COVID
Three Beasley Media Group DJs from St. Petersburg hip-hop station Wild 94.1 test positive for COVID-19, including Program Director Orlando Davis and DJs Buckwheat and...
FAMU Virtual Town Hall on Reopening Plan
Florida A&M University will host virtual town halls for students, faculty, staff, and alumni to discuss reopening plans amid COVID-19. Events begin June 9th....
FAMU Board Approves Summer and Fall Reopening Plan
FAMU Board of Trustees approved a comprehensive reopening plan for summer and fall 2020, featuring phased staff returns, hybrid classes, and COVID-19 safety protocols....
RADIO ONE: WE ARE ONE FEEDING COMMUNITY CAMPAIGN
Radio One launches We Are One: Feeding the Community Campaign to assist families during COVID-19 while supporting local minority-owned restaurants across 15 markets....
WBLS, Circle Of Sisters & Hot 97 Virtual Town
WBLS and Hot 97 host a virtual town hall with Rev. Al Sharpton and Ebro discussing COVID-19's impact on communities of color, featuring NYC officials...
Chicago & iHeartMedia 107.5 WGCI Partner for Memorial Day
Chicago partners with 107.5 WGCI for virtual Memorial Day weekend featuring GHerbo vs Lil Durk Instagram battle and comedy shows to keep residents home during...
Morgan State Gets $110K Mellon Grant for Students
Morgan State University receives $110,000 from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to support students facing COVID-19 financial hardships and stabilize fall enrollment....
Skyview Networks Targets Messaging in Re-Opened States
Skyview Networks launches targeted messaging technology for reopening states during COVID-19 pandemic. The platform enables advertisers to customize radio campaigns at regional and individual market...
Music Advocates Denounce Big Radio Bailout in HEROES Act
Music industry organizations denounce HEROES Act language that would benefit major radio conglomerates like iHeartMedia over small community stations....
iHeartMedia, ICX Media Form MediaSavingLives Alliance
iHeartMedia and ICX Media form MediaSavingLives Alliance with CDC to target Gen Z and Millennials with COVID-19 awareness. Features celebrities like Mariah Carey, Demi Lovato,...
Morgan State Spring Commencement Moved to Fall
Morgan State University reschedules Spring 2020 commencement to October during Homecoming week due to COVID-19. A virtual ceremony will be held May 16th....
Jocks and Radio Pros Get Creative on IG During Covid
Radio personalities are getting creative on Instagram during Covid-19, from dating shows to fitness classes. DJ's like Kendra G and Maria More are innovating....
Angry Dad Creates Rona Song After Sons Test Denial
African American father creates controversial coronavirus song after his son was denied COVID-19 testing. The track addresses healthcare disparities in the Black community....
GRAMMY-NOMINATED GOSPEL SINGER TROY SNEED PASSED
Grammy-nominated gospel singer Troy Sneed passed away April 27th from COVID-19 complications at age 52. Known for hits like "My Heart Says Yes" and entrepreneur...
In the Bubble with Andy Slavitt Podcast Launches April 1st
Healthcare expert Andy Slavitt launches 'In the Bubble' podcast April 1st on Lemonada Media, featuring guests like Mark Cuban and Chelsea Clinton discussing COVID-19 and...
AMP Music Summit Launches Virtual Event
AMP Music Summit launches inaugural virtual conference addressing COVID-19's impact on music industry. Features digital fireside chats with industry leaders and experts on May 6,...
Sheryl Underwood Radio Supports Listeners During COVID-19
Sheryl Underwood Radio launches 'Lend A Helping Hand' initiative to support listeners impacted by COVID-19 with weekly assistance for essentials like gas and groceries....
Lady Antebellum Kicks Off Beasley Tour
Lady Antebellum kicks off 92.5 XTU's Superstar Mini Concert Series on April 21. The virtual concert series features top country artists performing exclusively on air....
Pornhub Reduces Streaming Quality During COVID-19
Pornhub and YouPorn reduced video streaming quality in France during COVID-19 pandemic to preserve internet bandwidth, joining Netflix and Amazon in complying with government requests....
