Crime News Stories Involving DJs, Talk Show Hosts, Radio Personalities
This area is a news archive for stories involving DJs, talk show hosts, radio personalities, and presenters who have been involved with crime situations or the law.
Mancow Reacts to Death of Show Character "Cowboy Ray"
"Cowboy Ray", a regular character on the syndicated "Mancow's Morning Madhouse" has died from injuries received in a hit-and-run accident back in November, 2005. Mancow lamented the loss on Wednesday's show. Read more.
"Cowboy Ray", a regular character on the syndicated "Mancow's Morning Madhouse" has died from injuries received in a hit-and-run accident back in November, 2005. Mancow lamented the loss on Wednesday's show. Read more.
Radio Talk Show Host Tom Leykis Assaulted In Seattle
Controversial talk show host, Tom Leykis, was assaulted outside a Seattle bar early Monday by agitated radio listeners. Read More.
Controversial talk show host, Tom Leykis, was assaulted outside a Seattle bar early Monday by agitated radio listeners. Read More.
Mob Fears: New York Radio Host Curtis Sliwa Goes Into Hiding
Earlier this week, John A. "Junior" Gotti, son of John Gotti the former and deceased head of the New York Gambino family, was indicted for the attempted murder of popular WABC-AM morning co-host, Curtis Sliwa. Meanwhile, Sliwa has gone into hiding because he fears retribution because of the indictment. Read more.
Earlier this week, John A. "Junior" Gotti, son of John Gotti the former and deceased head of the New York Gambino family, was indicted for the attempted murder of popular WABC-AM morning co-host, Curtis Sliwa. Meanwhile, Sliwa has gone into hiding because he fears retribution because of the indictment. Read more.
Little Rock Radio DJs Arrested For Distributing Hardcore Porn
Two former Little Rock radio personalities are now facing felony charges for allegedly distributing hardcore pornography on DVD to bystanders during a Gay Pride parade in Conway, Arkansas. Read more.
Two former Little Rock radio personalities are now facing felony charges for allegedly distributing hardcore pornography on DVD to bystanders during a Gay Pride parade in Conway, Arkansas. Read more.
Radio's Michael Savage Sues Websites
Conservative Radio and TV talk show host, Michael Savage, is suing three websites who he feels are improperly supporting an advertiser boycott of his programs. Here's the scoop.
Conservative Radio and TV talk show host, Michael Savage, is suing three websites who he feels are improperly supporting an advertiser boycott of his programs. Here's the scoop.
Quebec City Radio Host Convicted: Sex With A Minor
Robert Gillet, a well-known Quebec City radio personality, has been convicted of having sex with a minor after a sensational trial in Montreal. More Details
Robert Gillet, a well-known Quebec City radio personality, has been convicted of having sex with a minor after a sensational trial in Montreal. More Details
Austin Radio DJ Wears Ski Mask Into Store: Gets Arrested
An Austin, Texas DJ walked into a convenience store wearing a ski mask as part of a Radio stunt. Later, he had to take it off so his mug shot could be taken. Yep: Arrested. Read more.
An Austin, Texas DJ walked into a convenience store wearing a ski mask as part of a Radio stunt. Later, he had to take it off so his mug shot could be taken. Yep: Arrested. Read more.
Cleveland Radio's John Lanigan Arrested For Drunken Driving
Long-time Cleveland Radio personality, John Lanigan has been arrested for drunk driving after refusing to take a breathalyzer test following a minor auto accident. Read more.
Long-time Cleveland Radio personality, John Lanigan has been arrested for drunk driving after refusing to take a breathalyzer test following a minor auto accident. Read more.
Cleveland Radio Sportcaster Busted For DUI
Chuck Galeti, a Cleveland, Ohio Radio sports-talk host has been arrested for Driving Under the Influence of marijuana. There are 7 charges in all. Read more.
Chuck Galeti, a Cleveland, Ohio Radio sports-talk host has been arrested for Driving Under the Influence of marijuana. There are 7 charges in all. Read more.
Indianapolis DJ Will Plead Guilty To Sexual Battery
Adam Ritz, a popular Indianapolis DJ on X-103 - Indy's New Rock Alternative - will plead guilty to a sexual battery charge. He could get up to 3 years in prison. Read more
Adam Ritz, a popular Indianapolis DJ on X-103 - Indy's New Rock Alternative - will plead guilty to a sexual battery charge. He could get up to 3 years in prison. Read more
Rochester Radio's 'Unkle Rog' Shot To Death
Roger McCall, known as "Unkel Rog", A long-time DJ on WCMF-FM in Rochester, New York was killed Friday night by a shotgun blast. Read more.
Roger McCall, known as "Unkel Rog", A long-time DJ on WCMF-FM in Rochester, New York was killed Friday night by a shotgun blast. Read more.