Janet Jackson has marked her mother Katherine Jackson’s 96th birthday with a heartfelt message. Taking to Instagram on Monday, the That’s the Way Love Goes hitmaker posted a photo of the Jackson family matriarch. In the accompanying message, Janet described Katherine as the “queen of queens”. “A beautiful soul who has touched so many lives
See Full StoryMahogany Columbus’ Historic Book Releases In 20-Days!
Central Ohio has no shortage of African American men that have made and or making significant contributions to our community. Last month Mahogany Columbus we celebrated over 60 phenomenal women most in key leadership positions in the C-Suites and or leading significant nonprofit organizations in our community. This month we’re releasing a historical book! The MAHOGANY POWER
See Full StoryInsite | Digital Ad Growth Slows, Share Battle Rises
Local digital advertising is entering a slower growth phase after two decades of rapid expansion, according to the executive summary of Borrell 2026 Annual Digital Benchmarking Report. The report finds year-over-year growth has dropped to low single digits and is expected to fall below 3% by 2029, marking the slowest sustained period since the Great
See Full StoryAdvertiser Perceptions Reveals Programmatic Audio Has Grown
A series of recent studies from Advertiser Perceptions reveals programmatic audio has grown significantly. Key findings: 82% of agencies and advertisers are currently buying audio programmatically, up 2X from 2022 (41%). The most used programmatic audio demand-side platforms are Google Display & Video 360, The Trade Desk, and Amazon DSP. Among publishers, the most utilized
See Full StoryRickey Smiley, AM Drive In Philly
Urban One has added The Rickey Smiley Morning Show to mornings on WPPZ (Classix 107.9) in Philadelphia, marking Smiley’s return to the market. The syndicated program launched Monday, May 4, airing weekdays from 6-9am. Hosted by comedian and radio personality Rickey Smiley, the show blends music, entertainment, news and commentary, along with community-focused content. The
See Full StoryKanye West Concert Is A Go In Albania
The Albanian Prime Minister has announced that a Kanye West concert will go ahead in the capital, Tirana. The announcement comes after most of West’s shows in Europe have been cancelled, due to backlash over his previous antisemitic comments. The rapper, who is now known as Ye, released his latest album, Bully, in March. He
See Full StoryAdvertiser Perceptions Reveals Programmatic Audio Has Grown
A series of recent studies from Advertiser Perceptions reveals programmatic audio has grown significantly. A stunning 82% of agencies and advertisers are currently buying audio programmatically, up 2X from 2022 (41%), according to a just released March 2026 Advertiser Perceptions study of 301 advertisers and agencies. This week’s Cumulus Media | Westwood One Audio Active
See Full StoryUrban One Expands In Dallas With KKDA, KRNB
Urban One has reached an agreement to acquire Service Broadcasting Group, including Dallas stations KKDA and KRNB, while also agreeing to sell KZMJ to Fuzion Dallas. Both transactions remain subject to approval by the FCC and customary closing conditions. The company said the acquisition aligns with its strategy to grow in high-demand markets and enhance
See Full StoryThe Raleigh Sports Shop Hangin’ With Legends
The Raleigh-Durham Sports Shop lead host Erroll Reese celebrated a great moment with the NC Sports Hall of Fame reception with new inductees. Coach Leonard Hamilton, and the legend (Mr. Four Corners) Phil Ford of UNC.
See Full StoryAlicia Keys Planning Her Next Album
Alicia Keys has revealed that her upcoming album is “very close to being cooked”.The Fallin’ singer-songwriter has teased that she is nearing completion of her next album, dubbed Keys II, which is reportedly set for release later this year. The record will follow her 2021 eighth studio album, Keys, which featured tracks including Best of
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