The board did not disclose why it fired former executive director Chuck Roberts.
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40-50 new hires ‘expected’ after WBEZ’s merger with Chicago Sun-Times
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Will the deal be a national model? Station executives weigh in.
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Chicago Public Media, Sun-Times are ‘exploring partnerships’
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CPM’s interim CEO told staff that the entities are looking to “strengthen local journalism in the city and our region.”
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New podcast hosted by Grace Lee examines public TV’s track record on DEI
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The podcast follows months of criticism directed at PBS and public media about the system’s DEI initiatives and lack of transparency.
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NPR budgets for improved financial outlook in new fiscal year
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NPR has exceeded financial expectations in the current fiscal year thanks in part to a “great resurgence” in sponsorship.
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As PBS exceeds profit projections, board approves $30.4M transfer to CEO fund
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PBS’ fiscal year 2021 net income was $5.3 million more than previous forecasts, according to CFO and Treasurer Tom Tardivo.
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Cleveland’s Ideastream will grow radio audience with addition of WKSU to network
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Kent State University trustees approved Wednesday a public service operating agreement with Ideastream.
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WHYY union employees approve first contract
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The contract comes after nearly two years of negotiations.
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Stations step up education efforts around COVID vaccine with help from CPB grants
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Funds are enabling stations in current and potential COVID-19 hotspots to design projects that address their communities’ specific needs.
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We answered your questions about salaries and pay equity in our latest webinar
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Our “On the Money” webinar featured a look at results of Current’s first-ever salary survey and expert advice on how to earn what you deserve.