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ABC Radio News Radio's Prerecorded Overnight Broadcasts Questioned

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Questions have emerged about ABC News Radio’s practice of broadcasting pre-recorded newscasts during overnight hours, Barrett Media reports. This came to light when ABC did not communicate the news of Sen. Lindsey Graham’s passing until 4:30 AM ET via email, almost two hours after it was announced. While ABC has been transparent about the practice, which it started two years ago, several affiliate program directors say they did not know about it.