WDIA-AM (Memphis, TN)

WDIA is a radio station located in Memphis, Tennessee, and has been on the air since 1947. It was the first radio station in the United States dedicated entirely to programming for African American audiences. With a lineup of talented black radio hosts, WDIA quickly gained popularity and caught the attention of advertisers who recognized the emerging market of black listeners. The station also played a significant role in the music scene, often featuring musicians at the start of their careers and sharing their music with a wide audience that extended from the Mississippi Delta to the Gulf Coast.

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Tory Lanez’s Condition Revealed After He Was Stabbed 14 Times In Prison

3 weeks ago | mywdia.iheart.com | Tony Centeno

Photo: Getty ImagesTory Lanez is in "good spirits" after he was stabbed multiple times while in prison. On Monday, May 12, Lanez's team updated fans about the artist's condition as he recovered in the hospital. The statement said Lanez was stabbed by another inmate 14 times, including "7 wounds to his back, 4 to his torso, 2 to the back of his head, and 1 to the left side of his face." Lanez was placed on a breathing device after both of his lungs collapsed following the stabbing.
3 Tennessee Restaurants Named Among The Top 100 Places To Eat In 2024

Jan 23, 2024 | mywdia.iheart.com | Sarah Tate

Photo: guy113/iStock/Getty ImagesThe new year is in full swing, giving foodies with a resolution to sample even more flavorful and memorable bites the chance to dine at some truly incredible restaurants. Yelp released its annual list of the Top 100 Places to Eat in the U.S. for 2024, and the list is filled with restaurants specializing in "exciting culinary trends" like unique noodle dishes, bold Latin cuisine and Korean-fusion dishes, among others.