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Weekly Log: Wis. Radio Station Rebrands; Denny Long Retires

Posted on May 22, 2026May 22, 2026 by Jon Ellis

“The Lake” has replaced “Star 97.7” on the radio dial in northwestern Wisconsin. In the Twin Cities, a longtime weekend host is retiring.

Neb. Public Media Reveals Partial Plans for Omaha FM Signal

Posted on May 21, 2026May 21, 2026 by Jon Ellis

Nebraska Public Media has set June 15 as a launch date for its new Omaha signal and revealed partial plans for its new schedule.

ABC Radio Returns to Twin Cities As CBS Radio Shuts Down

Posted on May 21, 2026May 22, 2026 by Jon Ellis

Longtime CBS affiliate WCCO/830 (Minneapolis) has chosen ABC as the new source of its hourly newscasts as CBS prepares to shut down its radio network.

Ongoing List: CBS Radio Affiliates Switch to New Networks

Posted on May 19, 2026May 22, 2026 by Jon Ellis

Your help is needed to track radio network news affiliation changes caused by the end of CBS Radio.

FCC/CRTC Monitor: Two Minn. Radio Stations Back to Full Power

Posted on May 18, 2026May 18, 2026 by Jon Ellis

Two Minnesota radio stations have returned to full power. Meanwhile, a Manitoba TV station is seeking permission to add a subchannel.

FM Allotments in Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin To Be Auctioned

Posted on May 17, 2026May 16, 2026 by Jon Ellis

An upcoming FCC auction will include eight commercial FM frequencies in the Upper Midwest, seven of which had previously been awarded.

Weekly Log: Madison Morning Show Change, Wausau Met Changing Jobs

Posted on May 15, 2026May 14, 2026 by Jon Ellis

A Madison radio station has its fourth morning host in just over two years. Elsewhere, a Wausau meteorologist is leaving his on-air role.

Dave Ryan to Retire After 33 Years Hosting Mornings on KDWB

Posted on May 13, 2026May 13, 2026 by Jon Ellis

Dave Ryan, one of the longest-running hosts in Twin Cities radio history and a respected industry leader, is retiring after 33 years at KDWB/101.3.

Rhythmic Adult Contemporary Format Launches in Winnipeg

Posted on May 12, 2026May 12, 2026 by Jon Ellis

Native Communications has flipped CIUR-FM/104.7 (Winnipeg) from “Now Country” to “Ziibi 104.7,” featuring a broad range of rhythmic hits.

FCC Monitor: Central Minnesota AM Station Back to Full Power

Posted on May 11, 2026May 9, 2026 by Jon Ellis

One Minnesota radio station has returned to full power while two others are at reduced power. Elsewhere, an Omaha radio group sale has been approved.

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  • Weekly Log: Wis. Radio Station Rebrands; Denny Long Retires
  • Neb. Public Media Reveals Partial Plans for Omaha FM Signal
  • ABC Radio Returns to Twin Cities As CBS Radio Shuts Down
  • Ongoing List: CBS Radio Affiliates Switch to New Networks
  • FCC/CRTC Monitor: Two Minn. Radio Stations Back to Full Power
  • FM Allotments in Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin To Be Auctioned
  • Weekly Log: Madison Morning Show Change, Wausau Met Changing Jobs
  • Dave Ryan to Retire After 33 Years Hosting Mornings on KDWB
  • Rhythmic Adult Contemporary Format Launches in Winnipeg
  • FCC Monitor: Central Minnesota AM Station Back to Full Power

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