Former Radio Talk Show Host Russ Martin Given Probation

That's according to Emily Tsao at the Dallas News' Crime Blog. "It's two years probation for former radio talk show host Russ Martin who pleaded no contest to assaulting his 27-year-old fiancee..."

Some of the comments being posted:

"He nearly kills his fiancee and all this violent animal gets is probation?" - Keith

"he didn't lose his radio show due to the criminal charges. he lost his radio show because all of the "Free" stations owned by CBS radio across the U.S. changed format to sports radio." - doubts

"Even with the ratings Martin had prior to this no one wanted to be associated with his show. Strip bars, booze stores, and divorce lawyers were his main advertisers." - SeeYa

"Probation? Wow. Where does this clown live? He needs to be taught a lesson." - Joey

"CBS canceled the show, but is so afraid of Russ that they would rather pay him out his contract than risk him destroying them in the ratings!" - MTC