Topic: CBS Radio Inc.

Thanksgiving Day proclamation: Its curious link to 'Mary Had a Little Lamb'

As presidential messages go, the traditional Thanksgiving Day proclamation is richer than most in oddball trivia. Here are some fun facts about its genesis. 

My 'near-death experience' on Air Force One

'Åir Force One Aborts Landing,' and I was there! Yes, it took two tries for the plane carrying the president to land in Hartford, Conn. Poor visibility, apparently. Too bad I didn't notice....

White House change of style: Jay Carney takes podium as new press secretary

Former journalist Jay Carney, Obama’s new press secretary, briefed White House reporters for the first time, hinting at a style that was less combative and more inclusive than his predecessor's.

Another White House departure? Robert Gibbs says he's happy where he is.

It's awkward when the spokesman is the story. But White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs insisted at the daily briefing Monday that there was no story, for now.

CNN's Rick Sanchez fired: He crossed the line

CNN's firing of Rick Sanchez reflects an era in which broadcasters feel increasing pressure to incite an emotional reaction from audiences. But for most outlets, there’s still a line not to be crossed involving race and religion.

Did Stephen Colbert and Joaquin Phoenix take satire too far?

Both Joaquin Phoenix and Stephen Colbert have taken recent criticism for giving performances that masqueraded as serious but were really charades.

On Obama vacation, the job tags along

President Obama's vacation to Martha's Vineyard won't be your traditional vacation, if history is any guide. Events have a way of interfering with Obama's rare downtime.

Bilingual briefing is a White House first

Your local DJ – a few time zones away

Radio stations are axing staff and subbing in syndicated hosts to cut costs.