Sinclair Broadcast Group has rebranded the newscasts on its CBS and FOX affiliates in Cedar Rapids as “Iowa’s News Now.”
Gray TV’s Mankato Stations Rebrand as “KEYC News Now”
Gray TV’s Mankato stations are poised to rebrand as “KEYC News Now” on Monday, Feb. 3, and add a 6:30 p.m. newscast.
iHeart Changes Madison Sports Lineup, Adds Oldies Station
iHeartMedia is launching an Oldies format in Madison and making changes at its Sports station in the market.
Hank Takes Over The Party in Waterloo
Classic Country has replaced Contemporary Hits on a Waterloo AM-FM translator combo. It’s the sixth such Classic Country launch this month in the Upper Midwest.
Townsquare Adds 5th Duluth Station, Vikings
Townsquare Media is adding a fifth station in the Duluth market and has also acquired the rights to the Minnesota Vikings.
Duluth CBS Affiliate to Add 5:00 Newscast
Quincy Media CBS affiliate “CBS 3 Duluth” (KBJR-DT2/6.2 Superior) has announced plans to add a 5 p.m. newscast.
Marquette Stations to be Split Among Related Groups
Sovereign Communications’ existing radio group in the Marquette market would be split among two separate but related entities under plans submitted to the FCC for approval.
Several New FM Signals Sign On (Updated)
A handful of new FM signals have signed on around the Upper Midwest in recent months.
Nebraska Panhandle AM Station Dies at Age 90
The license of one of Nebraska’s oldest radio stations has been returned to the FCC as a result of consolidation in the Scottsbluff market.
Locast Adds Sioux City
Free non-profit online TV streaming service Locast has expanded to Sioux City as it fights a court battle with the major networks.