Local News and Radio in the Digital Age

What is causing local news radio stations to struggle in the digital age?

• Increased competition from television

• Shift of listeners and advertising dollars to digital platforms

• Lack of interest in local news

• Government regulations

Which New York City radio station announced it would sign off by the end of the month?

• 900 CHML

• WNYC

• WCBS 880 AM

• KQED

What format will replace WCBS 880 AM's all-news format?

• ESPN sports talk programming

• Talk shows

• Weather updates

• Music

What percentage of staff will WNYC cut next month?

• 12%

• 10%

• 8%

• 5%

Which Canadian radio station announced it would shutter following years of financial loss?

• CBC Radio One

• 900 CHML

• CKNW

• CFTR

What is one of the largest local news deserts in America according to Jeff Jarvis?

• Houston

• New York

• Chicago

• Los Angeles

What is NPR's response to declining revenue?

• Launching new radio stations

• Increasing advertising rates

• Expanding to new markets

• Trimming its budget and cutting workforce

What percentage of Americans over the age of 12 listen to terrestrial radio in a given week?

• 80%

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%

Which platform is mentioned as a Big Tech rival to traditional radio?

• Amazon Music

• Pandora

• Spotify

• Apple Music

What initiative was formed to revitalize local news through a $500 million philanthropic injection?

• Local News Initiative

• Press Forward

• News Revitalization Fund

• Community News Project