WBEZ

WBEZ is a public radio station located in Chicago, Illinois, broadcasting at 91.5 FM. It is owned by Chicago Public Media and is a member of National Public Radio (NPR), Public Radio International (PRI), and American Public Media (APM). WBEZ is also affiliated with BBC World Service, CBC Radio, and Deutsche Welle. The station's programming includes shows from NPR, such as Morning Edition and All Things Considered, as well as local shows like This American Life, hosted by Ira Glass, and Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!, hosted by Peter Sagal and Bill Kurtis.

● History

WBEZ was founded in 1943 by Chicago Board of Education and began broadcasting as an FM radio station. Over the years, the station has undergone several changes in ownership and format, including a period of educational broadcasting and a stint as a jazz and classical music station. In the 1980s, WBEZ began to focus on public radio programming, with shows like Talk of the Nation and Fresh Air, hosted by Terry Gross. The station has also been affiliated with PBS and has broadcast shows like Sesame Street and Nova. WBEZ has worked with other public media organizations, including WTTW, WYCC, and WFMT, to provide public broadcasting services to the Chicago area.

● Programming

WBEZ's programming includes a mix of news, talk, and entertainment shows. The station broadcasts NPR shows like Morning Edition, All Things Considered, and Weekend Edition, as well as PRI shows like The World and The Takeaway. WBEZ also produces local shows like This American Life, Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!, and Sound Opinions, hosted by Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot. The station has also broadcast shows from BBC World Service, CBC Radio, and Deutsche Welle, including The Current and As It Happens. WBEZ has worked with other public radio stations, including WNYC, KCRW, and KPCC, to produce and distribute public radio content.

● Awards_and_recognition

WBEZ has won numerous awards for its programming, including Peabody Awards, Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Awards, and Edward R. Murrow Awards. The station has also been recognized for its journalism and storytelling, with awards from Investigative Reporters and Editors and Society of Professional Journalists. WBEZ has been nominated for Emmy Awards and Grammy Awards for its work on shows like This American Life and Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!. The station has also been recognized by National Association of Black Journalists, National Association of Hispanic Journalists, and Asian American Journalists Association for its diversity and inclusion efforts.

● Facilities_and_transmission

WBEZ is broadcast from the Navy Pier in Chicago, Illinois. The station's transmitter is located in Millennium Park, and its signal covers the Chicago metropolitan area. WBEZ also broadcasts online and through mobile apps, allowing listeners to access its programming from anywhere in the world. The station has worked with other public media organizations, including WTTW and WFMT, to provide public broadcasting services to the Chicago area. WBEZ has also partnered with Comcast, AT&T, and Verizon to provide its programming through cable television and satellite radio.

● Management_and_funding

WBEZ is managed by Chicago Public Media, a non-profit organization that also operates Vocalo. The station is funded by a combination of corporate sponsorships, individual donations, and government grants. WBEZ has received funding from National Endowment for the Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, and Corporation for Public Broadcasting. The station has also partnered with Chicago Community Trust, MacArthur Foundation, and Joyce Foundation to support its programming and community outreach efforts. WBEZ has worked with other public media organizations, including NPR and PBS, to advocate for public broadcasting and media policy issues.

● Community_involvement

WBEZ is involved in various community outreach and engagement efforts, including public events, workshops, and partnerships with local organizations. The station has worked with Chicago Public Schools, Chicago Park District, and Chicago Public Library to provide educational programming and community resources. WBEZ has also partnered with Art Institute of Chicago, Field Museum, and Museum of Science and Industry to provide cultural programming and exhibitions. The station has received recognition for its community involvement efforts, including awards from Chicago Community Trust and United Way. WBEZ has worked with other public media organizations, including WTTW and WFMT, to provide public broadcasting services to the Chicago area. Category:Public radio stations in the United States