System/Policy
Chicago Public Media announces buyouts
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CPM CEO Melissa Bell called the decision “proactive.”
CapRadio alleges theft in lawsuit against former GM Jun Reina
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The lawsuit against Reina and other unknown defendants seeks at least $900,000 in damages.
Programs/Content
GBH’s ‘Priced Out’ series addresses complex problem with multiplatform reporting
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The project tells the stories of Massachusetts residents who are facing eviction amid an increasingly expensive housing market.
People
Heather L. Reese to lead Wisconsin Public Media
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Reese succeeds Gene Purcell, who died last year.
People
Comings and goings: NPR hires ‘It’s Been a Minute’ EP, AmDoc announces promotions …
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Veralyn Williams will be EP for “It’s Been a Minute” and “The Limits with Jay Williams.”
Development
CDP partners with ROI Solutions for fundraising CRM
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CDP President Michal Heiplik said ROI Solutions was selected in part because of its focus on nonprofit organizations.
People
Comings and goings: VP Julie Shapiro to leave PRX/Radiotopia, WNXP in Nashville appoints assistant PD …
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Shapiro will become executive creative director of Novel, a U.K.-based podcast studio.
System/Policy
PBS board approves station dues increase for FY2023
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During a board meeting Thursday, PBS President Paula Kerger said the network is investing millions from designated net assets to offset cost increases linked to inflation.
System/Policy
Merged stations VPR and Vermont PBS to be named Vermont Public
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The stations announced merger plans last summer.
People
Kevin Crane named station manager of WHQR Public Media
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Crane previously worked for Nashville Public Television.
Programs/Content
Second year of Black Music City collaboration boosts support for Philadelphia artists
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The project is a collaboration among WXPN, WRTI and REC Philly, an incubator and agency that provides local artists with business advice and spaces to create.
People
Spencer Jenkins appointed CEO of Utah Education and Telehealth Network
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Jenkins most recently worked for the Utah System of Higher Education.