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.[3][4]

WNIU
Broadcast areaRockford, Illinois
Frequency90.5 MHz (HD Radio)
BrandingNorthern Public Radio
Programming
FormatPublic radio (Classical music)
AffiliationsAmerican Public Media (Classical 24)
Ownership
OwnerNorthern Illinois University
History
First air date
April 21, 1991 (1991-04-21) (as WNIJ)[1]
Former call signs
WNIJ (1991–1997)
Technical information[2]
Licensing authority
FCC
Facility ID49545
ClassB
ERP50,000 watts
HAAT112 meters (367 ft)
Translator(s)105.7 W289AB (Rockford)
Links
Public license information
Webcast[ https://www.northernpublicradio.org Listen live]
Websitewww.northernpublicradio.org

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

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Broadcast translator for WNIU
Call sign Frequency City of license FID ERP (W) FCC info
W289AB 105.7 FM Rockford, Illinois 49549 55 LMS

References

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  1. ^ Broadcasting & Cable Market Place 1992, Broadcasting & Cable, 1992. p. A-112. Retrieved July 12, 2018.
  2. ^ "Facility Technical Data for WNIU". Licensing and Management System. Federal Communications Commission.
  3. ^ "Station Search Details".
  4. ^ "Station Search Details".
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