Pittsburgh, PA – After 26 years of distinguished service at WTAE, Investigative Reporter Paul Van Osdol will retire at the end of the month, concluding a remarkable career defined by award-winning journalism, meaningful investigations, and a lasting impact on the Pittsburgh community. Van Osdol joined WTAE in 1999 and quickly became one of the newsroom’s […]

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For Immediate Release: March 16, 2026 Alex Holley and John Wilsbach to receive Broadcaster of the Year honors; Bernie Prazenica and Jim Loftus will be inducted into PAB Hall of Fame; 74 Excellence in Broadcasting awards to be distributed to stations throughout the commonwealth. HARRISBURG, PA – On Friday, April 10, The Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters […]

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Broadcaster of the Year: Radio – John Wilsbach John Wilsbach started in broadcasting at the age of 13 at the Middletown Area School District FM radio station WMSS in 1978. Wilsbach joined the PA Army National Guard after graduation and attended Harrisburg Area Community College, while starting his radio career at WOYK 1350AM in York. […]

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Elena LaQuatra named Co-Anchor for Pittsburgh’s Action News 4 This Morning starting March 2 (Pittsburgh, PA. February 18, 2026) – WTAE Channel 4 announced today that Elena LaQuatra has been promoted to co-anchor of Pittsburgh’s Action News 4 This Morning, weekdays from 4:30 – 7:00 a.m. She joins Janelle Hall and morning meteorologist Ashley Dougherty […]

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The 2026 Keystone Media Awards Contest is now open!  Deadline to enter is Feb. 27. The Keystone Media Awards reinforce excellence by individuals in the news media profession, by recognizing journalism that consistently provides relevance, integrity, and initiative in serving readers and audiences, and faithfully fulfills its First Amendment rights/responsibilities. Further, the Keystone Media Awards stimulate […]

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As many of you know, we partner with the RAB to provide your sales team with valuable training courses and certifications.  We are excited to present a new addition to your member benefits – RAB Live Presentation/Webinar Series.  This program is one of the most impactful resources the RAB’s has to offer – live sessions […]

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Building The Bridge To What’s Next For the seventh time, we’re back with Rising Above! Featuring lessons from the industry’s top trainers, this day-and-a-half live virtual event is designed to teach, coach, inspire, and motivate you to rise above the challenges of today’s sales and management environment. Rising Above 2026 will be held: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 […]

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(Pittsburgh, PA. December 11, 2025) – Pittsburgh’s Action News 4 anchor Michelle Wright has announced her plans to retire at the end of February 2026. “Reaching this decision to step away has been bittersweet. It has been a thrill to work alongside some of the best journalists in the business and I look forward to […]

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Washington, D.C. – The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced the 50 finalists for the 2026 NAB Crystal Radio Awards. Since 1987, these awards have honored radio stations for their outstanding community service efforts, from radiothons for their local children’s hospitals and support for veterans to food drives after severe weather events. Ten Crystal […]

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The FCC issued a Public Notice this morning (attached) extending deadlines for most filings and public file uploads until at least Tuesday, November 18, with promises to be flexible where possible, and to further evaluate and announce whether a further extension would be needed before the new November 18 deadline.  So, in most cases, broadcasters […]

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