WIBC-FM reporter Berman, 7 other Emmis employees lose jobs prior to sale of radio stations
Emmis Corp. on Wednesday said it dismissed eight employees in advance of a sale of the company’s Indianapolis radio stations to Urban One.
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Newest High Alpha company helps brands collaborate
Colaboratory offers a platform that helps brands identify potential partners and collaborate with them. The company, which has been operating in stealth mode since January, has now publicly launched.
ESPN out of Big Ten Conference TV rights negotiations, sources say
Two people familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Tuesday that the Big Ten was looking for a seven-year deal worth $380 million per year to broadcast its football and basketball games from ESPN, and the network declined.
IBJ Podcast: After triple-bypass surgery, Chuck Lofton is doubling down on TV career
Lofton chats with host Mason King about his longevity in the TV news business; the offers he’s had—but not taken—to move up from the Indianapolis market; the close shaves he has experienced in the field; and whether there is room on local TV news to talk about the politically charged topic of climate change.
Mike Lopresti: Carl Erskine’s story—The Dodger from Anderson, Jimmy’s dad
He was the major leaguer who made the world better around him. The teammate who stood by the side of Jackie Robinson on even the most difficult days. The father who would not allow the state to turn its back on the intellectually disabled, which included his own son.
Acclaimed Indiana authors shortlisted for biennial awards
Books written by Ashley C. Ford, Adrian Matejka, Leah Johnson and Tamara Winfrey-Harris highlight contenders for Indiana Authors Awards.
U.S. begins court battle against publishing giants’ merger
The government and Penguin Random House are set to exchange opening salvos in a antitrust trial Monday as the U.S. seeks to block the biggest U.S. book publisher from absorbing rival Simon & Schuster. The government’s star witness will be author Stephen King.
Facebook reports first-ever decline in revenue, hinting at darkening economy
Facebook executives warned that marketers are pulling back spending in part because of an uncertain economic environment, which has some experts warning a recession could be on the horizon.
Former Vice President Pence to release memoir in November
The book will recount Mike Pence’s journey from his Indiana youth to the vice presidency, with stops in the House of Representatives and governor’s mansion in between, according to publisher Simon & Schuster.
Emmis founder Jeff Smulyan selected for Radio Hall of Fame
Jeff Smulyan will enter Radio Hall of Fame with Yankees broadcaster Suzyn Waldman, country countdown host Lon Helton and six others.
IBJ Podcast: The audacious challenge of choosing leaders for the inaugural Indiana 250
Host Mason King talks with IBJ Media CEO Nate Feltman and IBJ Editor Lesley Weidenbener about the goal of Indiana 250, which recognizes the state’s most influential leaders, and the challenge of choosing the honorees.
Inside INdiana Business TV show to move to CBS4 as part of larger news partnership
As part of the partnership between IBJ Media and Nexstar, Inside INdiana Business and IBJ will also produce short business segments that will be aired three days per week on Fox59.
Press release: IBJ Media’s Inside INdiana Business and IBJ and Nexstar Inc.’s FOX59 and CBS4 announce news partnership
The agreement between powerhouse media organizations in Indianapolis will put the award-winning “Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick” program on WTTV-TV (CBS4) on Sunday mornings.
IBJ Media’s inaugural list of influential Hoosiers includes CEOs, entrepreneurs, philanthropists
The list, available at Indiana250.com, was compiled by the executives, editors and newsroom staffs at IBJ Media’s three news brands—Indianapolis Business Journal, Inside INdiana Business and Indiana Lawyer—after a monthslong process that included reviewing nominations, researching Indiana organizations and interviewing community leaders across the state.
Proposed rule amendment would give judges discretion to allow cameras in court
The long-debated question of whether cameras should be allowed in the courtroom is up for conversation in a proposed rule before the Indiana Supreme Court, which is asking for public feedback on the matter.
After 28 years at WIBC, news anchor Stan Lehr set to sign off
Broadcast veteran Stan Lehr spent time at radio stations in Missouri, Iowa and Nebraska before joining the WIBC staff in 1993. He will work his final on-air shift Friday afternoon.
Bible Broadcasting Network buys local radio station from Urban One
The non-commercial Bible Broadcasting Network, based in North Carolina, operates more than 50 radio stations in 23 states.
Q&A with Amy Beers, on her book about Indy’s craft brewing history
A certified beer sommelier, or cicerone, Beers has studied the art of brewing for several years and strives to share her knowledge with the public and other beer enthusiasts—whether it’s over a pint or over the internet with her “Drinking with Beers” YouTube channel.
Tony Siragusa, who played 7 seasons with Colts, dies at 55
Siragusa, known as “Goose,” had a 12-year NFL playing career with the Indianapolis Colts and Baltimore Ravens. Siragusa was popular with fans because of his fun-loving attitude, which helped him transition quickly to broadcasting after his playing career.
Five questions and answers about Urban One’s acquisition of Emmis stations
The Indianapolis cluster of radio stations owned by Urban One Inc. is set to grow thanks to the upcoming acquisition of all Indianapolis radio properties now owned by Emmis Communications. Here are some of the details.