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| Broadcast area | Rockford, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 90.5 MHz (HD Radio) |
| Branding | Northern Public Radio |
| Programming | |
| Format | Public radio (Classical music) |
| Affiliations | American Public Media (Classical 24) |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Northern Illinois University |
| History | |
| First air date | April 21, 1991 (1991-04-21) (as WNIJ) |
| Former call signs | WNIJ (1991–1997) |
| Technical information | |
| Licensing authority | FCC |
| Facility ID | 49545 |
| Class | B |
| ERP | 50,000 watts |
| HAAT | 112 meters (367 ft) |
| Translator(s) | 105.7 W289AB (Rockford) |
| Links | |
| Public license information | |
| Webcast | |
| Website | www |
WNIU (90.5 FM) is a public radio station licensed to Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois, United States. It is part of Northern Public Radio along with WNIJ. It primarily features classical music programming. WNIU broadcasts in the hybrid digital HD format.
Established in 1954, WNIU serves the Northern Illinois region. It provides a diverse range of programming to its listeners, including live classical performances, interviews with musicians, and coverage of local arts and cultural events.
Translator
| Call sign | Frequency | City of license | FID | ERP (W) | FCC info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W289AB | 105.7 FM | Rockford, Illinois | 49549 | 55 | LMS |
References
- Broadcasting & Cable Market Place 1992, Broadcasting & Cable, 1992. p. A-112. Retrieved July 12, 2018.
- "Facility Technical Data for WNIU". Licensing and Management System. Federal Communications Commission.
- "Station Search Details".
- "Station Search Details".
External links
- Facility details for Facility ID 49545 (WNIU) in the FCC Licensing and Management System
- WNIU in Nielsen Audio's FM station database
- Facility details for Facility ID 49549 (W289AB) in the FCC Licensing and Management System
- W289AB at FCCdata.org
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